i got 96 grand am rims in 16" and was thinking about running 215/55r16 or 215/50r16 anyone runing these ? what is the smallest amount of cleance you want to have in the front at full crank one way.

bump anyone out there

I ran 225/50-16 on my GA rims with stock ride height on my first 86SE. Those should be fine. Just watch for rubbing at ock. The 215/55's are just a tad larger than the 225/60-16's I ran.

Should be fine.

Edit: Mine were 91 rims. I don't know if the 96 offset changed much from 91.

[This message has been edited by TK (edited 01-04-2004).]

I have a set of 16 inch tires if you need them (see my post in the mall). (2) 225 55 16 and (2) 255 50 16 . They are Kumho Ecsta - see tirerack.com for specs and reviews. These only have about 1500 miles on them. I'm using them on my kit car which has an extended nose that scrapes on driveways. Scraping will be a big NO NO now that Im ready for paint. I just ordered yokohama 225 60 16 which will give an inch more front end height. e-mail me a reasonable offer ...

[This message has been edited by PaulJK (edited 01-04-2004).]

I have 225/50 and 205/50 16s on my car. It handles and looks better with wider rubber on the back.