Penske shocks are expensive, are you sure you need to spend that much? Why mix shock brands?
I would go with a 255X17 front tire minimum, A 275 might be possible if your car isn't super low. A 9" or 9.5" rim is needed for the 275. I don't think a 295 is going to fit inside the wheelwell and turn without hitting, it would take some major surgery. Another problem with the stock sub is, there is a fair amount of scrub radius (depending on wheel offset) that makes the wheel move forward and rearward a lot when it turns.
How are you going to run weight jacks on all 4 corners and still have shocks?
Only moving the engine a couple of inches isn't worth it in my opinion. Too much work and too many changes to gain a couple of lbs off the front wheels. Better to focus on making the front end lighter with other lightweight components.
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