need help with tire size for 18" BBS CH... (m)
03-21-2002, 06:27 AM
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need help with tire size for 18" BBS CH... (m)
what are the exact specs of the Z rated tire i need for this rim? I need the info to get a quote on some Toyo Proxy T1's... thank you! Also, what would you consider to be a good price?
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03-21-2002, 07:06 AM
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The closest match (overall diameter) to OEM size would be...
225/40/18. However some prefer a wider tire (more contact patch and a better fit for an 8.5" wide rim) and go with a 235/35/18. 235/40/18 is also a possibility, though both of the 235 widths are a more significant difference from the OEM diameter (speedometer error) and could present a rubbing problem (due to the increased width) with lowered suspension.
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03-21-2002, 07:19 AM
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Re: if i go 235/35/18. and lower... how can i avoid rubbing?
It may not rub at all (depending on how much you lower). Actual tire sizes vary from manufacturer to manufacturer so a 235/35/18 Bridgestone will probably not be exactly the same dimensions as say a 235/35/18 Michelin.
If necessary, you can always roll the fenders to prevent rubbing.
-Dave Pramanik
If necessary, you can always roll the fenders to prevent rubbing.
-Dave Pramanik
