clangjr

I have an 02 Audi A4 3.0 quattro non-sport package that I am getting some 17x7 wheels for. I want to know what size (and brand and model) tires to put on. I've never bought a set of rims before. These rims will primarily be my summer wheels, but I am concerned about making sure I have traction in the rain.
Any help appreciated.
Thanks,
Chuck

ex-quattro PETE

because the proper tire size should be 235/45/17, and a 7"-wide rim may be a tad bit too narrow to support a 235-wide tire.

ex-quattro PETE

or if you stick with 17x7, then maybe just use a 215/50 tire - pretty close to stock diameter.

clangjr

Unfortunately the rims I am getting only come in 7" wide in the 17s.
Chuck

ex-quattro PETE

unfortunately not that many good tires are made in that particular size.

clangjr

I found the Nitto 450, and like the agressive tread and the fact that they are all-season. They come in a 225-45-17. Is that close to where I need to be???
Chuck

vx211

Spend the exta bucks and get Nito 555's i love them

ex-quattro PETE

another good choice in that size - Toyo T1-S.

ex-quattro PETE

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S if you decide to go with 225/45 - that particular size has a bit smaller diameter than you need, but I guess it would do.