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47AJV8 · 01-20-2013, 01:50 PM

I was wondering if anyone knew the acceptable range of tire section for a 12" wide wheel? I was kind of hoping to just go with the smallest one that would safely/properly fit. Will a 305 fit? Thank you in advance!

The Stig · 01-20-2013, 01:57 PM

Sticky: Recommended Tire Sizes for 2010 Camaro

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Originally Posted by Nine Ball

I will list tire sizes that are similar to OEM diameter, as this should help tire shoppers. The heights shown below are approximate, based on calculations. Refer to tire manufacturer's specs for the most accurate tire diameters. We recommend you stay within 0.5" (plus or minus) of the factory tire height in order to maintain accurate vehicle systems. This gives you an acceptable range of 28.2-29.3" diameters. Wheel widths shown are recommended, and only serve as a suggestion for proper fitment/appearance/performance.

Factory 2010 Camaro SS tires and wheels
Front 245/45-20 = 28.7" tall, 8.0 wheel
Rear 275/40-20 = 28.7" tall, 9.0 wheel

Factory 2012 Camaro ZL1 tires and wheels
Front 285/35-20 = 27.9" tall, 10.0 wheel
Rear 305/35-20 = 28.4" tall, 11.0 wheel

Recommended 18" Tires for 2010 Camaro
245/55-18 = 28.6" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
255/55-18 = 29.0" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
265/50-18 = 28.4" tall, 8.5-9.0 wheel
275/50-18 = 28.8" tall, 9.0-9.5 wheel
285/45-18 = 28.1" tall, 9.5-10.0 wheel
295/45-18 = 28.5" tall, 10.0-10.5 wheel
305/45-18 = 28.8" tall, 10.0-11.0 wheel
315/45-18 = 29.2" tall, 10.5-11.0 wheel

Recommended 19" Tires for 2010 Camaro
245/50-19 = 28.7" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
255/50-19 = 29.0" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
265/45-19 = 28.4" tall, 8.5-9.0 wheel
275/45-19 = 28.7" tall, 9.0-9.5 wheel
285/45-19 = 29.1" tall, 9.5-10.0 wheel
295/40-19 = 28.3" tall, 10.0-10.5 wheel
305/40-19 = 28.6" tall, 10.0-10.5 wheel
315/40-19 = 29.0" tall, 10.5-11.0 wheel

Recommended 20" tires for 2010 Camaro
245/45-20 = 28.7" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
255/45-20 = 29.0" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
265/40-20 = 28.4" tall, 8.5-9.0 wheel
275/40-20 = 28.7" tall, 9.0-9.5 wheel
285/40-20 = 28.9" tall, 9.0-10.0 wheel
295/35-20 = 28.1" tall, 9.5-10.5 wheel
305/35-20 = 28.4" tall, 10.0-10.5 wheel
315/35-20 = 28.7" tall, 10.5-11.0 wheel

Recommended 21" tires for 2010 Camaro
245/40-21 = 28.7" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
255/40-21 = 29.0" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
265/35-21 = 28.3" tall, 8.5-9.0 wheel
275/35-21 = 28.6" tall, 9.0-9.5 wheel
285/35-21 = 28.9" tall, 9.5-10.0 wheel
295/35-21 = 29.1" tall, 10.0-10.5 wheel
305/30-21 = 28.2" tall, 10.0-11.0 wheel
315/30-21 = 28.4" tall, 10.5-11.0 wheel

Recommended 22" tires for 2010 Camaro
245/35-22 = 28.8" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
255/35-22 = 29.0" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
265/30-22 = 28.3" tall, 8.5-9.0 wheel
275/30-22 = 28.5" tall, 9.0-9.5 wheel
285/30-22 = 28.8" tall, 9.5-10.0 wheel
295/30-22 = 28.9" tall, 9.5-10.5 wheel
305/30-22 = 29.2" tall, 10.0-11.0 wheel
315/25-22 = 28.2" tall, 10.5-11.0 wheel

Recommended 24" tires for 2010 Camaro
245/25-24 = 28.8" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
255/25-24 = 29.0" tall, 8.0-8.5 wheel
265/20-24 = 28.2" tall, 8.5-9.0 wheel
275/20-24 = 28.3" tall, 9.0-9.5 wheel
285/20-24 = 28.5" tall, 9.5-10.0 wheel
295/20-24 = 28.7" tall, 10.0-10.5 wheel
305/20-24 = 28.8" tall, 10.0-10.5 wheel
315/20-24 = 29.0 tall, 10.5-11.0 wheel

Hope that helps!

Tony

So no, a 305 won't fit.

Les7311 · 01-20-2013, 02:03 PM

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Juiced1 · 01-20-2013, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by nbrigdan

I was wondering if anyone knew the acceptable range of tire section for a 12" wide wheel? I was kind of hoping to just go with the smallest one that would safely/properly fit. Will a 305 fit? Thank you in advance!

I would recommend finding a tire that you like first and looking on the manufacturers website for recommended sizing (even sites like the Tire Rack can be way off). All tires aren't created equal and sizing will always vary a slight bit. They usually have a specific rim size for each tire and I highly advise you go with that size tire. Going to wide or to narrow of a tire can cause bowing and poor performance. Generally you see it with guys trying to squeeze on the biggest tire they can on a stock rim. They quickly realize the the stock sized tires hooked better in most cases.

47AJV8 · 01-20-2013, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Juiced1

I would recommend finding a tire that you like first and looking on the manufacturers website for recommended sizing (even sites like the Tire Rack can be way off). All tires aren't created equal and sizing will always vary a slight bit. They usually have a specific rim size for each tire and I highly advise you go with that size tire. Going to wide or to narrow of a tire can cause bowing and poor performance. Generally you see it with guys trying to squeeze on the biggest tire they can on a stock rim. They quickly realize the the stock sized tires hooked better in most cases.

Okay cool, thank you.

K32 Camaro · 01-23-2013, 03:49 AM

Just a guess.. 345?

I read another post saying that adding an inch is about 25 in width. So 11 is 315 then 12 would be 340.

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K32 Camaro V8 lounge member #5 Drives: 12 2SS Synergy Camaro, 05 PontiacG6 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,301	Just a guess.. 345? I read another post saying that adding an inch is about 25 in width. So 11 is 315 then 12 would be 340. Last edited by K32 Camaro; 01-23-2013 at 02:37 PM.

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