Is it possible to run 305s on a 19x9.5" rim???
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Is it possible to run 305s on a 19x9.5" rim???
I really want to do this. I know 295s fit good, but I just want to take it to the next step. Thoughts?
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i dont think so
I think the largest you can go a 9.5 is a 285 safely, you will need either a 10.5 or 11 to run 305
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Needs at minimum 10.5 And the proper offset.If you can stuff those into the 63's tubs![Smilie](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
a 295 should also be on a 10.5 ,what are you running them on now? 9.5's meant for the oem 285's?
305 on a 9.5 is pushing into dangerous territory.Especially on a +4300 lb. car.
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a 295 should also be on a 10.5 ,what are you running them on now? 9.5's meant for the oem 285's?
305 on a 9.5 is pushing into dangerous territory.Especially on a +4300 lb. car.
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305s will mount on a 9.5" wheel but you'll lose performance (because the corner of the tread will be pulled away from the road in order for the bead to reach the wheel) as well as some of the safety margin (which is why the tire manufacturer won't recommend it).
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I never Understood why MB didn't put the same 19's on the E55/63 the the CLS55/63 have. I wonder if someone runs stock E55/63 18s on a CLS55/63 would it put better numbers down at the Drag strip? I would think you be fast with an 18inch then the standard 19 that comes stock on the CLS55/63?
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As far as dragstrip/straight-line performance goes, a 305 on a narrow wheel may not perform as well as a 285 or even a 275. If a person wants to run 305s, why not just buy larger wheels to enable the tires to perform at their best?