I have a drag day coming up in 12 days, I only have the stock 14 inch wheels on my SW20, so looking for ways to gain traction off the line.
My idea is to use:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-par ... 352995.htm (from a cheaper seller in Dunedin)
But the question is, will they fit?
Would 245/50/14's fit my SW20?
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Would 245/50/14's fit my SW20?
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GDII
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Re: Would 245/50/14's fit my SW20?
They should fit. Maybe a bit close to the struts but I don't think it will be an issue.
This is a common tire and wheel size vs what you are asking.
http://www.willtheyfit.com/index.php?wi ... 5#isPage=3
You can get some wide rubber on the back of an SW20.
I know this fits
http://www.willtheyfit.com/index.php?wi ... 5#isPage=2
The only concern is the 245 on a 7" rim. But looking at the LVVTA wheel and tire compatibility guide it's permitted. 6.5-9.5. I know you aren't going for cert but it's a good guide to follow.
http://www.lvvta.org.nz/documents/infos ... _Guide.pdf
This is a common tire and wheel size vs what you are asking.
http://www.willtheyfit.com/index.php?wi ... 5#isPage=3
You can get some wide rubber on the back of an SW20.
I know this fits
http://www.willtheyfit.com/index.php?wi ... 5#isPage=2
The only concern is the 245 on a 7" rim. But looking at the LVVTA wheel and tire compatibility guide it's permitted. 6.5-9.5. I know you aren't going for cert but it's a good guide to follow.
http://www.lvvta.org.nz/documents/infos ... _Guide.pdf
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Re: Would 245/50/14's fit my SW20?
I think they would be more suited to a American muscle car
Boosted cars are like hot women.
A little edgy, every guy wants one,
some guys can't handle them,
and if you throw a little alcohol in them they'll rock your world.
A little edgy, every guy wants one,
some guys can't handle them,
and if you throw a little alcohol in them they'll rock your world.
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Re: Would 245/50/14's fit my SW20?
Eagers are 1980s tyre tech. They will not provide you with $500 worth of better launch.
I got 1.9 60fts with the stock 205s.
I got 1.9 60fts with the stock 205s.
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graphite
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Re: Would 245/50/14's fit my SW20?
Cool, think i'll just leave the tyres alone, since I want to get bigger wheels sometime anyway, a bit silly spending that much on something I won't keep for long at all..
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