i just bought rims and tires and the dealership says the front tires i ordered is not safe for the rim. the front rim is 19x8.5 and the tire is 245 35 r19. the guy said because most of the weight is in the front if i go over bumps my rim might get damaged. but now im looking at some of the other applications people have and they have the same setup as mine. his main concern was the side wall was too thin and needed at least a 40 sidewall. i need a second opinion.

 

you should politely inform the guy to consider a different line of work

 

lmao thats wut i was sayinnnnn

 

tell him to stfu, your not paying him for his opinion

 

We're putting 245/35-19's on a front pair of Advan RZ-DF wheels right now.

I'd stay away from the dealership, we recommend Kauffman Tire if you have a store local to you. Most of their stores are equipped with up to date mounting machines that will not damage your wheels during installation.

 

If you want a little more sidewall protection, then go with 255/35/19 tires.

But I'd go with 245/35/19 since you're in Florida. Unlike Chicago, Florida roads are way better.

 

Sidewall height does protect the wheel. More side wall - more protection. That's just common sense. Its up to you to decide what is and what is not appropriate.