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Can I run 295/30/18 on front of a GS/Z06

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Old 05-04-2012, 11:14 AM
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I wanted to know if anyone is running a 295/30/18 instead of a 275/35/18 stock tire on the front. If so is there any rubbing issues?

I plan to run 345/30/19 rear

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Old 05-04-2012, 12:03 PM
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didn't rub on my z06
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Yes you can run the 295 without any problems. You can go up to a 315 on the front with an 18x11 wheel but then need to be careful about going to full lock with the steering as it will rub. That never happens on the track but something to pay attention to when driving around in the pits.
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I'm using 295 30 18 Hoosier r6 on my c6z06 stock front wheels without a problem. Camber is negative 2.5
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Originally Posted by CodeBlack
I'm using 295 30 18 Hoosier r6 on my c6z06 stock front wheels without a problem. Camber is negative 2.5
What ya running in the rear?
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Are you running Hoosiers or another tire?

That set up say for example with cup tires, is over a 2 inch difference in overall diameter front to rear. Stock is 1.1. I really don't see how you Cannot have issues.
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I'm in the same boat you are and if someone can chime in that is running that set up with any other tire other than Hoosiers, then I'm pulling the trigger and get me some cup tires in those sizes.

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