Rim Question
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Rim Question
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"
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?
