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[ZoomVT]

hey guys, i just ordered some wheels and tire combo but i had specified 225/40/17. Then this morning i get a call from tirerack saying that they do not recommend that size because its a racing tire. So now im stuck with 45s which is not bad but i was kind of put off by the call.
what do you guys think?

 

[SciFiMan]

It depends, what tire is it? If you always run on hot dry roads.... If you want that size wheel, find a different tire for it.

 

[ZoomVT]

im getting the kumho asx. im up in vermont so the roads sre seldom hot and dry. i worry more about wet traction cause most roads have really bad grooves and water accumulates there fast.

 

[SciFiMan]

Don't know why they'd call it a race tire; it should be okay for your area. Maybe they were refering to the size and thought it would rub? You might call back to consult them again, and talk with a different person.