tire size, please help!!

mattj3636

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2008 Mazda Speed3
i know theres already problably threads on this, but i just wanna know what the widest tire i could fit the speed3 with, stock wheel i heard 235 possibly, but whats the widest i could go on any rim without major work or the wheel sticking out the side of the car. im hoping for 245/255.
 
It depends on if you want to lower the car, and if you can keep your wheel offset close to stock. A 235 should fit without any modifications, that's what I have on an 8" +48mm wheel. Rolling the fenders is an option for added safety factor.

A 245 has been done pretty commonly, so that would work - I would definitely recommend rolling the fenders for that tire.

Apparently Cobb is currently running a 255 on their car, with their suspension. Personally I'm not sure how they accomplished this, as I've heard that even 235 tires rub in the back with their drop. Using a high offset wheel to keep the tire away from the fender isn't possible with a 255 cause you'd probably run into the dampers.

IMO, a 235/40 is the best tire, a 245 should be acceptable, and a 255 is pushing the envelope.
 
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