16" Rim Tire Sizes?

[CHRIS W]

I have a set of GTA rims I want to use. What size tires are most guys using.I would like to use a set or drag radials as well. Any pics would be great. THANKS

 

[UNGN]

255/50 (nittos are 245/50) in back. M/H has a 275/50 that should fit.

In front 225 to 245/50 should fit, though the larger you go, the more rubbing issues you'll have.

 

[gn87turbo]

245/50/16 all the way around and no problems.

 

[CliffyC]

Tire for 16" wheels

I think 16" wheels are the perfect size for a GN (my opinion only). Trouble is you're somewhat limited on selection for drag radials. Mickey Thompson ET streets only have one, 255 50R/16. The tire looks and works great but your wheel back spacing has to be right. My wheels are Weld Prostars, 16"X8" w/4" back spacing. (I don't think they make them any more) They used to rub the frame going around tight corners until I put on aluminum drums which are a bit thicker. Also the tire diameter is smaller than I'd like. A 55 or 60 series would be better for the track. With my loose converter I'm pushing 5500 rpm in the 1/8th mile. Here's a couple pics. The car is jacked up and the spacing between the tire and the frame is actually a little less once you drop it down.

 

[CHRIS W]

I think 16" wheels are the perfect size for a GN (my opinion only). Trouble is you're somewhat limited on selection for drag radials. Mickey Thompson ET streets only have one, 255 50R/16. The tire looks and works great but your wheel back spacing has to be right. My wheels are Weld Prostars, 16"X8" w/4" back spacing. (I don't think they make them any more) They used to rub the frame going around tight corners until I put on aluminum drums which are a bit thicker. Also the tire diameter is smaller than I'd like. A 55 or 60 series would be better for the track. With my loose converter I'm pushing 5500 rpm in the 1/8th mile. Here's a couple pics. The car is jacked up and the spacing between the tire and the frame is actually a little less once you drop it down.

Thanks for the pics, the wheels have 4.5" bs. I was leaning towards the MT radials too. These wheels will be for the street, so I don't care how tall they are.

 

[The Darkside]

I've got GTA 16" wheels & am using Micky Thompson 255-50-16 drag radials on the rear & 225-55-16's on the front & they look great...

The Darkside

 

[CliffyC]

16" wheels

I'd be suprised if you won't need spacers with 4.5" bs to keep from rubbing the frame. I tried fitting a spacer once but turned out the lug studs were too short and I would have to install longer ones, so just went back to original. For some reason some cars are a little different so you may be okay.

 

[t-typex1]

M&H Racemaster 275/55/R16's (28" tall) Drag Radials on GTA wheels

 

[kh440]

245/50/16 all the way around and no problems.

same here, no rubbing or scraping even with the Eibach lowering springs.

 

[CHRIS W]

Going with the M/T 255-50 rear, 225 55 front. Thanks guys.