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Old 03-19-2021, 03:00 PM   #1
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18" tire size ?

I recently picked up a set of (4) American Racing Wheels.

18 X 8 --- 4.50 backspace

My truck is lowered 4" front & 4" rear.

What size tire would look best ??

245/45/18 or 255/45/18
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Old 03-19-2021, 04:11 PM   #2
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Re: 18" tire size ?

You likely won't notice a 2.25mm difference in tire radius.

Either would do fine. I think the 245 is a more common tire size, which gives you more options in tire.

This is 245/45R18:

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Old 03-21-2021, 04:46 PM   #3
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Re: 18" tire size ?

Agreed.... Not a notable difference between the two choices listed. Pick whichever one has the best pricing and/or is the more common.
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