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Old 06-29-2006, 09:06 PM
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I was wondering what size I can go on a W211? On many sites that I've looked at, the set usually shows 20x10 rear and 20x8.5. Is this the widest I can go? I thought I remembered seeing something about being able to fit 20x9 in the front. Am I correct or will 8.5 fit better?
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You can go 20x9 on the front axle of a 211, the thing is you will have a little more tire protection on the 8.5 (since the tire will most likely be a 245 section width).

FYI in the case of 3pc forged wheels, a 9.0 and 8.5" wheel will have the same lip size (the extra width is on the inside), so IMO thats another reason you can stick with the 8.5"
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Well, I have been doing some research, and I have decided to go with the 8.5s up front. Now as far as tires go, what should the sizes be for both front and rears?

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