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SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: What is the widest rim/tire combo possible on the SL?

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Old 08-18-2007, 12:43 PM
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What is the widest rim/tire combo possible on the SL?

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9 front 11 rears is the typical set up...i have heard though of people running 9.5 up front with a different offset though.
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Originally Posted by Deshapiro
I tried to search the answer, but it was no help. Any input woiuld be appreciated.

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9.5" on the Front with 255 Series tires

11" on the rear with 305 Series.... BUT... I would recommend 10.5" rears with 295mm tires... the 305's would stick out a bit... Some like that... I DON'T... You have to watch the offset also.

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Mainly the SL55 and E55
11.5 is possible in the rear but it needs to be 19's, 20's will rub under pressure.
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You can easily run 275 x 20 up front, and if you get your rear fender rolled a bit, you can run 315 on 11,5 x 20 on the back, without any rubbing problems.

That about as big as it gets, unless you are prepared to do some bodywork.
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Thanks for all the input. FWIW, I plan to get either a 20 x 10 or 10.5 for the rear, and a 20 x 9 for the fornt.

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