225/45-17

[bobdobbs]

Will 225/45-17s on a 17x8 rim work on a GT-S? I know they're not ideal because of the larger diameter, but it would only be temporary. Would there be any interference problems, assuming stock ride height?

[TW00Si]

Just make sure you can mount a 225 on a 17x8 wheel. As for the 225, it will have no clearence issue on a celica with stock suspension. I have that on my car.

[bobdobbs]

Thanks. They're already mounted, so that's not a problem.

Any comment on the 225/45-17 size as far as performance goes? I see some people saying it's fine, others saying it will screw up the gearing.

[TW00Si]

Performance wise...hmmm...that's a debateble (sp) one...

I autox with my 17 volks, granted they aren't your run of the mill 17s that are very heavy, 17s just isn't good for a car like ours with so little power. But I've been doing ok with the 17s. Haven't really noticed any gearing problems.

[StreetFighter]

I have 225/45/17 on my car. My rim size is 17x7.5 and the offset is +30 and I have no problems.

[THE REALEST]

yes it will work

[oscar@edgeracing.com]

You shouldnt have any sort of problems with this set-up:werd:

[NoCones]

Originally posted by bobdobbs
Thanks. They're already mounted, so that's not a problem.

Any comment on the 225/45-17 size as far as performance goes? I see some people saying it's fine, others saying it will screw up the gearing.
Well, "screw up" is subjective. The taller tire means taller effective gearing...Generally, I wouldn't consider that a good thing...especially on a car with a super-narrow powerband.