17x8- 225/45/17 or 235/40/17 or 235/45/17?

[turtl631]

I've seen all three sizes recommended, from specs it looks like the 235 is more suited width wise since an 8" wide wheel is the max for most 225s it seems. I think 235/45 is a bit taller than stock, and 235/40 is hard to find. Is 225/45 really the best choice?

[Exar-Kun]

Yes. a 225-45-17 works well on both a 7.5 and 8" wheel. the 235-45-17 will work splendidly also on the 8" wheel, but may be a bit tall for your liking (not to mention gearing, etc)..and both the 235 and 225 are available in plenty of super sticky compounds

-Chet

[turtl631]

Okay, since I'm stock KA right now and taller gearing wouldn't help in the slightest, I'll go with teh 225/45..now just to work a little more and decide on some hweels