16x8 = yes so far

That sway bar has the factory type geometry and attaches to the stock LCA sway bar mounts? Hellwig made a sway bar that has kinks in it for additional tire backspace clearance.

IMHO, I'd go with the 245/50/16 16x8 5" bksp up front even if they rub a little at full lock to lock. You'll never be hard performance cornering at full lock unless you doing a Hail-Mary maneuver to correct a spin. You could even add 1/8 or 3/16" spacers if there is outside fender lip room. For extra insurance.

I've run 245/50/15 with 4.5" backspace without rubbing (but real close). The extra rim diameter of a 16" may help some.

Just me personally. I always want the biggest tire I can to grip corning and stop fast.
I agree...but right now i need to get the car road worthy again after some set backs. The 225s are more a function of price as at 89 bucks a piece i was willing to compromise. I do have a 245 tire i can use for mock up but for now i am letting it ride.


Ps this is the ffi sway bar that mounts like a 73-6 but with a bolt on bracket at the lower shock bolt