Will a 315/35/17 Nitto D.R. Fit on a 17x9" wheel?

[shootshescores]

I just read a recent post where someone claimed a buddy was running a 315/35/17 Nitto Drag Radial on a 17x9" rim. I find it hard to believe.

1) Is it possible?
2) What is the widest size tire that can fit on a 17x9" rim?

 

[squeak93]

U could fit it, maybe but it will buldge horribly.....


A 275 will fit perfectly on there.

 

[BlooDReigN]

Of course it will fit, but it won't fit PROPERLY, so you wouldn't get proper traction, handling or tread wear.


I have 275/60/15 tires on 15x7 turbine rims. They fit, but it's far from ideal. I got the ET streets for $50 though, so I really don't care if I **** them up

 

[shootshescores]

U could fit it, maybe but it will buldge horribly.....


A 275 will fit perfectly on there.

My taste may differ than yours, but I like the way it looks with the tire hanging out past the rim. Would it present any danger or disadvantages in handling though?

 

[Jack's95gt]

The rims will be pulling up the treads from the road. You won't accomplish any more traction with the wider tires if they don't make contact with the road surface.

 

[BadMoFo]

look at the 03/04 cobra guys, they all have been running that tire on a 17x9 rim. I ran mine like that for years and had zero issues at all. but keep in mind that nitto tires are smaller then say a bfg or mt so dont try it with their 315's.