18" Wheel & Tire Discussion Thread
04-12-2014, 12:57 PM
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That helps a lot. I was worried that the 255 would be cutting it close to rubbing. Looks like that's the way to go on the 9.5.
If I went 8.5 & 245 what offset should it be to match the 9.5 + 20 on the rear. From my calcs it looks like it should be a +12 but that can't be right because nobody makes that. They are all +25-40 in the 8.5 width.
If I went 8.5 & 245 what offset should it be to match the 9.5 + 20 on the rear. From my calcs it looks like it should be a +12 but that can't be right because nobody makes that. They are all +25-40 in the 8.5 width.
04-12-2014, 03:27 PM
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I’m surprised that we do not have a Sticky discussing tire sizing. For example:
The metric tire sizing system represents a tire size as:
[section width (mm)] / [aspect ratio] - [rim diameter (inches)]
For example: a tire size 225/45-18 is 225mm wide, has an aspect ratio of 45 and fits an 18" rim (wheel).
The aspect ratio (the second number) is not a measurement. The aspect ratio represents the tire's sidewall height as a percentage of the tires width (section height divided by section width). In the example above, the sidewall height is 101mm (101/225=45).
The aspect ratio is important since that (along with the wheel size) determines the overall diameter of the tire allowing you to match your stock overall tire height (diameter). For example, a 225/45-18 tire's sidewall height is 101mm, and a 245/40-18 tire's sidewall height is 98mm.
So, both tires have nearly the same overall diameter.
The metric tire sizing system represents a tire size as:
[section width (mm)] / [aspect ratio] - [rim diameter (inches)]
For example: a tire size 225/45-18 is 225mm wide, has an aspect ratio of 45 and fits an 18" rim (wheel).
The aspect ratio (the second number) is not a measurement. The aspect ratio represents the tire's sidewall height as a percentage of the tires width (section height divided by section width). In the example above, the sidewall height is 101mm (101/225=45).
The aspect ratio is important since that (along with the wheel size) determines the overall diameter of the tire allowing you to match your stock overall tire height (diameter). For example, a 225/45-18 tire's sidewall height is 101mm, and a 245/40-18 tire's sidewall height is 98mm.
So, both tires have nearly the same overall diameter.
04-13-2014, 02:02 AM
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I’m surprised that we do not have a Sticky discussing tire sizing. For example:
The metric tire sizing system represents a tire size as:
[section width (mm)] / [aspect ratio] - [rim diameter (inches)]
For example: a tire size 225/45-18 is 225mm wide, has an aspect ratio of 45 and fits an 18" rim (wheel).
The aspect ratio (the second number) is not a measurement. The aspect ratio represents the tire's sidewall height as a percentage of the tires width (section height divided by section width). In the example above, the sidewall height is 101mm (101/225=45).
The aspect ratio is important since that (along with the wheel size) determines the overall diameter of the tire allowing you to match your stock overall tire height (diameter). For example, a 225/45-18 tire's sidewall height is 101mm, and a 245/40-18 tire's sidewall height is 98mm.
So, both tires have nearly the same overall diameter.
The metric tire sizing system represents a tire size as:
[section width (mm)] / [aspect ratio] - [rim diameter (inches)]
For example: a tire size 225/45-18 is 225mm wide, has an aspect ratio of 45 and fits an 18" rim (wheel).
The aspect ratio (the second number) is not a measurement. The aspect ratio represents the tire's sidewall height as a percentage of the tires width (section height divided by section width). In the example above, the sidewall height is 101mm (101/225=45).
The aspect ratio is important since that (along with the wheel size) determines the overall diameter of the tire allowing you to match your stock overall tire height (diameter). For example, a 225/45-18 tire's sidewall height is 101mm, and a 245/40-18 tire's sidewall height is 98mm.
So, both tires have nearly the same overall diameter.
04-13-2014, 07:08 AM
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That helps a lot. I was worried that the 255 would be cutting it close to rubbing. Looks like that's the way to go on the 9.5.
If I went 8.5 & 245 what offset should it be to match the 9.5 + 20 on the rear. From my calcs it looks like it should be a +12 but that can't be right because nobody makes that. They are all +25-40 in the 8.5 width.
If I went 8.5 & 245 what offset should it be to match the 9.5 + 20 on the rear. From my calcs it looks like it should be a +12 but that can't be right because nobody makes that. They are all +25-40 in the 8.5 width.
04-17-2014, 08:44 AM
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First post here, Thanks in advance for any help.
New setup will be as follows:
Enkei NT03 18x9.5 +27 on 245/40/18 all around. Would like to install Tanabe nf210 springs and 10mm spacer in front, 25mm spacer in back. Does any one see any issues I may have? Would I also need Rear camber arm & rear toe bolt to get back into spec align?
Thanks again .
New setup will be as follows:
Enkei NT03 18x9.5 +27 on 245/40/18 all around. Would like to install Tanabe nf210 springs and 10mm spacer in front, 25mm spacer in back. Does any one see any issues I may have? Would I also need Rear camber arm & rear toe bolt to get back into spec align?
Thanks again .
04-17-2014, 04:05 PM
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I agree, with 245's with 8.5 wheels. The 255 in the front and 275 in the rear on 9.5 wheels work well. The 255 front will provide somehwhat less understeer. But I feel the 245 in the front on 8.5 width wheels provides a quicker steering response. and I lik ethe 275s in the rear on 9.5 inch width wheels. Just my experience and preference.
04-17-2014, 07:21 PM
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04-19-2014, 06:00 PM
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I was going to get 9.5s +20 all around and was confident in that fitment, but I can't get the wheels I wanted in silver. So.....
I found a new konig wheel that I like that comes in this fitment.
8.5 f / 9.5 r + 15 all around.
From what I've read on this forum it seems that +15 shouldn't rub in the front or the rear at those widths with a 255/40 and 275/40, but my gut is telling me it's cutting it close.
Can somebody confirm this for me?
I'm not dropped. I don't plan to for a while. But what if I do drop at those offsets and widths? I don't want to do any fender work or have any issues with my driving. Am I making a mistake or am I all good?
I found a new konig wheel that I like that comes in this fitment.
8.5 f / 9.5 r + 15 all around.
From what I've read on this forum it seems that +15 shouldn't rub in the front or the rear at those widths with a 255/40 and 275/40, but my gut is telling me it's cutting it close.
Can somebody confirm this for me?
I'm not dropped. I don't plan to for a while. But what if I do drop at those offsets and widths? I don't want to do any fender work or have any issues with my driving. Am I making a mistake or am I all good?
04-19-2014, 06:14 PM
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I found a new konig wheel that I like that comes in this fitment.
8.5 f / 9.5 r + 15 all around.
From what I've read on this forum it seems that +15 shouldn't rub in the front or the rear at those widths with a 255/40 and 275/40, but my gut is telling me it's cutting it close.
Can somebody confirm this for me?
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04-19-2014, 06:33 PM
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04-21-2014, 08:27 AM
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Tire size question
Sorry if this was already asked...I figured it would be, but didn't find anything in the search.
Anyways, trying to figure out what size tires to put on my stock anniversary wheels. Prefer wide-ish in the rear. My cars lowered, and I have 25mm spacers for the rear if needed.
The fenders aren't rolled, but can be. Trying to get as close to "flush" as possible.
Was told 265 or 275/35/18, but I can't find pictures.
Thx in advance
Anyways, trying to figure out what size tires to put on my stock anniversary wheels. Prefer wide-ish in the rear. My cars lowered, and I have 25mm spacers for the rear if needed.
The fenders aren't rolled, but can be. Trying to get as close to "flush" as possible.
Was told 265 or 275/35/18, but I can't find pictures.
Thx in advance
04-21-2014, 08:29 AM
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Sorry if this was already asked...I figured it would be, but didn't find anything in the search.
Anyways, trying to figure out what size tires to put on my stock anniversary wheels. Prefer wide-ish in the rear. My cars lowered, and I have 25mm spacers for the rear if needed.
The fenders aren't rolled, but can be. Trying to get as close to "flush" as possible.
Was told 265 or 275/35/18, but I can't find pictures.
Thx in advance
Anyways, trying to figure out what size tires to put on my stock anniversary wheels. Prefer wide-ish in the rear. My cars lowered, and I have 25mm spacers for the rear if needed.
The fenders aren't rolled, but can be. Trying to get as close to "flush" as possible.
Was told 265 or 275/35/18, but I can't find pictures.
Thx in advance
Easiest way is to bring your rims to tire discounters or tire kingdom and have them size them for you.
04-21-2014, 08:43 AM
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