Is it possible to run 225 series tires on a 7 inch wheel? - The Ford Focus Forum

**Death747** · 02-04-2004, 07:31 PM

I have a set of ASA JS5s 17x7 coming and i was wanting to get wider then 205 series tires.... It is possible to put 225 series tires on a 7 inch rim or sould i just get 215 series? If it is possible is there any real down side in getting a tire this wide? Will i have any problems with rubbing or anything?

Thanks,
Andrew

**DisrupTer911** · 02-04-2004, 08:29 PM

does the 225 correspond to the width of the tire? I'm think that 7" width is either 205 or 215...wouldn't another 10(measurement) make the tire wider and require a wider rim?

**the_Scholar** · 02-04-2004, 09:17 PM

You can but you might rub a little bit. I am running with 225/45/17 winter tires right now on my SVT with stock ride and I rub only on very hard bumps and corners but it is not that bad. Just a little scrape that most people would not even notice though.

**thetable** · 02-05-2004, 11:14 AM

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does the 225 correspond to the width of the tire? I'm think that 7" width is either 205 or 215...wouldn't another 10(measurement) make the tire wider and require a wider rim?

Tires have some flexability in the sidewall. Most tires will list a recomended rim width range. For example a 225/50-16 Kumho Ecsta V700 will fit on rims from 6-8" in width. It varies by tire though. The more likely problem you will run into is rubbing.

**rheacer** · 02-05-2004, 01:27 PM

Ford used 225's on 7 on the Mustang for years, 15x7 and 16x7. I use Kumho 712's 225 year round. and 225 Ecsta to AutoX.

**RogeratTireRack** · 02-05-2004, 07:34 PM

A 215 or 225 will fit on a 7 inch wide wheel, however, both sizes are wider than recommended for your vehicle and may rub especially if you are considering lowering the vehicle in the future. The correct 17 inch fitment would be 205/45R17.

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**Death747** · 02-06-2004, 12:06 AM

So if i am planning on lowering my car 1.5" i should stay with 205 series tires? Is there anyone running 225 series tires with 1.5" or lower springs? if so do you have any problems with rubbing? if so how bad. I dont mind if its just a little rubbing but if its bad ill stay with 205 series tires. thanks

02-04-2004, 07:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
Death747 TEAM Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: 63304 \| 65807 Posts: 842	Is it possible to run 225 series tires on a 7 inch wheel? I have a set of ASA JS5s 17x7 coming and i was wanting to get wider then 205 series tires.... It is possible to put 225 series tires on a 7 inch rim or sould i just get 215 series? If it is possible is there any real down side in getting a tire this wide? Will i have any problems with rubbing or anything? Thanks, Andrew

02-04-2004, 08:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
DisrupTer911 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Bloomfield, New Jersey Posts: 15,205	Re: Is it possible to run 225 series tires on a 7 inch wheel? does the 225 correspond to the width of the tire? I'm think that 7" width is either 205 or 215...wouldn't another 10(measurement) make the tire wider and require a wider rim?

02-04-2004, 09:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
the_Scholar Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Rochester, MI Posts: 1,680	Re: Is it possible to run 225 series tires on a 7 inch wheel? You can but you might rub a little bit. I am running with 225/45/17 winter tires right now on my SVT with stock ride and I rub only on very hard bumps and corners but it is not that bad. Just a little scrape that most people would not even notice though.

02-05-2004, 01:27 PM	#5 (permalink)
rheacer Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Rhea County-get it? RHEAcer... Posts: 4,285	Re: Is it possible to run 225 series tires on a 7 inch wheel? Ford used 225's on 7 on the Mustang for years, 15x7 and 16x7. I use Kumho 712's 225 year round. and 225 Ecsta to AutoX.

02-05-2004, 07:34 PM	#6 (permalink)
RogeratTireRack Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: South Bend, Indiana, USA Posts: 1,146	Re: Is it possible to run 225 series tires on a 7 inch wheel? A 215 or 225 will fit on a 7 inch wide wheel, however, both sizes are wider than recommended for your vehicle and may rub especially if you are considering lowering the vehicle in the future. The correct 17 inch fitment would be 205/45R17. roger@tirerack.com Sales Representative Moderator www.focaljet.com To place an order please call 877 522 8473 Ext. 627 or for internet orders through www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=DG2&url=index.jsp please mention my name in the previous contact field directly above the Place Order button on the Order Summary page for quick, efficient & professional service.

02-06-2004, 12:06 AM	#7 (permalink)
Death747 TEAM Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: 63304 \| 65807 Posts: 842	Re: Is it possible to run 225 series tires on a 7 inch wheel? So if i am planning on lowering my car 1.5" i should stay with 205 series tires? Is there anyone running 225 series tires with 1.5" or lower springs? if so do you have any problems with rubbing? if so how bad. I dont mind if its just a little rubbing but if its bad ill stay with 205 series tires. thanks

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