[NCFazer]

I have done a search , but can't find the info tha I am looking for.

Can I install a 215 x 50 series tire on my 17" 2004 SVTf stock mags? The stock size is 45 series, but I would like a little taller tire even if I have to go to a 205 x 50 size. However, I am concerned about the tires scrubbing or rubbing because they are too big.

Has anyone had any experience with the 215 x 50 x 17 tires?

Thanks,
ncfazer

 

[Godzukidan]

As long as you have not dropped your car and have the stock springs, you will be just fine. Just wondering why you would want taller tire?

 

[SkyPilot]

yeah if your not dropped you should be ok.

and a 205/50 will be the same height as 215/45. the second # is a % of the first which makes up the height of the sidewall. so 215mmx.45=96.75 and 205mmx.50=102.5 which only makes a 5.75mm difference in height.

if you went down to a 205 width a 55 aspect ratio would give you a taller tire which would be the real difference you are looking for

 

[SVT_BMXer]

You'll rub. When I bought my car it had 215/50/17's and it actually rubbed much worse than I do right now even though I'm quite low with 225/45s. It wasn't to the point where I was worried about damaging the tires but it got quite annoying.