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    Max tyre width on 17x7.5" rim?

    Hi all. Im looking to get a set of 17x7.5" X5 rims for my D3. Just wondering what the max width i can go on the rim? I hear 235 works so could run a 235/75R17, but I'd like a little more rubber on the road. Would a 255 still fit?

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    GONE '96 D1 300Tdi - 2" lift, 32" tyres, HD rear axles, lockers :(

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    Max tyre width on 17x7.5" rim?

    Should handle a 265 with ease and most 275s

    Log onto a tyre web site and looks for a tyre size - each brand is reasonably consistent - they will specify wheel width suitability.

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    I have steel rims 17 x 7 and run 265 65 17 D697 with no worries at all.

    Cheers Ean

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    Thanks guys. Thats what i wanted to hear. Max tyre width on 17x7.5" rim?

    Now i just have to decide what tyre to get...

    Cheers

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    SOLD - '08 D3 4.0 V6 - 265/65/R17 on X5 rims
    GONE '96 D1 300Tdi - 2" lift, 32" tyres, HD rear axles, lockers :(

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    I used both LT245/70 and 265/65 on 7.5" X5 rims. I still have 4 part worn LT245/70 Duractracs on X5 rims needing a home.
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    I'm partial to Bridgestone Dueler AT D697.
    Pity there's no 19"
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    All terrain or Mud terrain Dan?
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    I have BFG KO2 265's on X5 rims. Great combo.

    http://www.aulro.com/afvb/2541817-post23.html

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    Those poor roadies will breathe a sigh of relief Dan.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Graeme View Post
    I used both LT245/70 and 265/65 on 7.5" X5 rims. I still have 4 part worn LT245/70 Duractracs on X5 rims needing a home.
    How worn are they? And whereabouts are you based?


    Quote Originally Posted by ~Rich~ View Post
    All terrain or Mud terrain Dan?
    I'd love to just steal your wheels Rich, but i think A/T's will be the go. Currently looking at the Bridgestone D697 for their durability and many great reviews, and the BFG A/T KO2 for something a little more aggressive. We have a lot of clay around home and i would like something that performs well in that goop. Price will probably win out tho Max tyre width on 17x7.5" rim?

    Quote Originally Posted by LRD414 View Post
    Those poor roadies will breathe a sigh of relief Dan.

    Scott
    Haha one is to be retired to the backyard for a cushy life as a tyre swing Max tyre width on 17x7.5" rim?

    Cheers

    Dan
    FINN - '72 88" S3 - 2.286 petrol - yet to go on it's first adventure
    SOLD - '08 D3 4.0 V6 - 265/65/R17 on X5 rims
    GONE '96 D1 300Tdi - 2" lift, 32" tyres, HD rear axles, lockers :(

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