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Old 05-04-2010, 07:28 AM
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I have 2003 Track model with the Rays wheels; 8x18 front and 8.5x18 rear.
Whats the widest I can go tire-wise to get the best handling and not upset the electronics. I'm gonna go with the Hankook V12's as a tire choice.
I searched and was leaning towards a 265 in back but think it's too wide and would induce sidewall flex and kill handling.
Would 245/40 and 255/40 be the best bet?
Thanks.
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I had 245/40 in the front and 275/40 in the rear, haha
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Originally Posted by dduck44
I have 2003 Track model with the Rays wheels; 8x18 front and 8.5x18 rear.
Whats the widest I can go tire-wise to get the best handling and not upset the electronics. I'm gonna go with the Hankook V12's as a tire choice.
I searched and was leaning towards a 265 in back but think it's too wide and would induce sidewall flex and kill handling.
Would 245/40 and 255/40 be the best bet?
Thanks.
An 8" wheel can safely house a 255 tire, though 245 would be more ideal. An 8.5" wheel can house a 265 tire, though a 255 is more ideal. I like 245/255, which will also take away some of the understeer.

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I had 245/40 in the front and 275/40 in the rear, haha
And those 275s are too big for everyday driving.
Old 05-04-2010, 08:46 AM
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245/40 and 255/40 is what your stuck with till you buy some wider wheels.
Old 05-04-2010, 10:05 AM
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Thanks everyone, will order today. Gonna stick with the Rays wheels-rather put the money into modding the IS-F.
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