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Yes, this swap can be done. However, ideal tire size is 225/40/18 instead of the MS3's stock 215/45/18 tires.
Take a look around, many have placed MS3 rims on their MZ3 with no problem.
Take a look around, many have placed MS3 rims on their MZ3 with no problem.
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Yes, this swap can be done. However, ideal tire size is 225/40/18 instead of the MS3's stock 215/45/18 tires.
Take a look around, many have placed MS3 rims on their MZ3 with no problem.
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Actually 225/45/18 tires should be used on stock 18 x 7 rims. 225/40/18 requires a minimum 7.5 inch wide rim. Check tire sites. While it can be done, the side wall deformation exceeds recommended tire mounting parameters.
Yes, this swap can be done. However, ideal tire size is 225/40/18 instead of the MS3's stock 215/45/18 tires.
Take a look around, many have placed MS3 rims on their MZ3 with no problem.
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Actually 225/45/18 tires should be used on stock 18 x 7 rims. 225/40/18 requires a minimum 7.5 inch wide rim. Check tire sites. While it can be done, the side wall deformation exceeds recommended tire mounting parameters.
Actually 225/40/18 is fine on a 7" rim. Many on here are on that setup. You have a meaty sidewall but it fits fine and maintains the MZ3's stock OD.
225/45/18 is way too much tire and will cause rubbing.
225/45/18 is way too much tire and will cause rubbing.
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