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Old 07-07-2008, 11:50 AM   #1
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Question Tyre size??

I have a focus zetec R with the 17" factory rims, can anybody tell me the width of the rim?? or what the largest width tyre is that I can put on??

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Old 07-07-2008, 01:57 PM   #2
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From what I know I believe it's a 17X7 inch Rim. Do you have an Owner's Manual? If you do you'll find info in the 'Tyres' section. Failing that there's info on the inside of the Glove Box Lid.

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Old 07-07-2008, 04:45 PM   #3
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Laws on wheel size are dependant on state, but the general rule is no more than 1" wider, and rolling diameter can't change by around 2cm.
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Old 07-07-2008, 09:18 PM   #4
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It is a 17x7 rim size, standard tyre size is 215/45/17

The widest you could fit is 225/45/17 but you may get rubbing with a full car load
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Old 07-07-2008, 09:52 PM   #5
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Zetec R is a nice car Footdown. Welcome to the Forums.

What state are you based in?
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Old 08-07-2008, 07:33 PM   #6
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They are a 17x7. Mine came with 205/50/17, but now have 215/45/17 on them.
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Old 22-07-2008, 06:19 PM   #7
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Hi melbzetec,

I am in Perth.

Yer the car is nice, just needs more power!! I dont like the current 5 door shape so the xr5 is a no go. Do like the 3 door, my brother has one in the UK.... but alas no 3 door or RS for us....

Brothers car:


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Old 23-07-2008, 10:38 AM   #8
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That 3 door ST is one sweet ride
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Old 23-07-2008, 01:50 PM   #9
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Ford Aus should also bring in the 3-door model.
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Old 23-07-2008, 04:46 PM   #10
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nah the 4dr looks better imo

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