Eddie/et. all sizing question 18 x 8.5 et 32
01-25-2005, 08:15 AM
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Eddie/et. all sizing question 18 x 8.5 et 32
<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/17215/129-2980_img.jpg"></center><p>Here's my situation
I have a Fikse 18 x 8.5 inch rim that I've had for a while now. The first two sets of tires (for summer) were So-3's and b/c of their larger than normal sizing (width specifically) I ran a 225/40/18 on them and there is a good fit, but I've always wanted a bit wider on the fitment.
I have a 2004 s4 avant (stock suspension) and wanted to know what my options are in moving up to a larger tire (i.e. 245/or 255) sizing.
I know someone who also has an S4 avant and has 255/35/18's on his SSR comps which are 18 x 8.5 but I wanted to make sure.
the tires i'm looking at are the TA KDW-2's and the Toyo T1S's.
Bottom line, I need help to ensure I get the max fitment without rubbing or offset/speedo issues.
I look forward to any and all thoughts.
Thanks!
D.
I have a Fikse 18 x 8.5 inch rim that I've had for a while now. The first two sets of tires (for summer) were So-3's and b/c of their larger than normal sizing (width specifically) I ran a 225/40/18 on them and there is a good fit, but I've always wanted a bit wider on the fitment.
I have a 2004 s4 avant (stock suspension) and wanted to know what my options are in moving up to a larger tire (i.e. 245/or 255) sizing.
I know someone who also has an S4 avant and has 255/35/18's on his SSR comps which are 18 x 8.5 but I wanted to make sure.
the tires i'm looking at are the TA KDW-2's and the Toyo T1S's.
Bottom line, I need help to ensure I get the max fitment without rubbing or offset/speedo issues.
I look forward to any and all thoughts.
Thanks!
D.
01-25-2005, 08:36 AM
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Thanks jprice, yah I saw your post earlier
if you have any more info on it or timing as to when, I'm surely curious!
now if they could only make that damn RA-1 in a 235 40 18 I'd have my track rubber debate settled too... damn the man!
so post or email any info you know of.
thx,
d
now if they could only make that damn RA-1 in a 235 40 18 I'd have my track rubber debate settled too... damn the man!
so post or email any info you know of.
thx,
d
01-25-2005, 09:27 AM
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Hmm.. I was hoping it'd be soon since they have them in Canada already...
I found a post on a Subaru forum where someone called and the Toyo Rep said at least 8-12 months before it comes to the US post was back in October). Seems strange that they'd do it that long after Canada. Also seems like a mistake not to get them here in time for spring.
Don't know the accuracy of that information, but I wasn't able to find much else. :-(
You might be able to find a Canada tire place that sells and ships to US. tiretrends.com ships to US and has the new T1-R, but their pricing is OUTRAGEOUS (even after converting from Canadian to US)
Don't know the accuracy of that information, but I wasn't able to find much else. :-(
You might be able to find a Canada tire place that sells and ships to US. tiretrends.com ships to US and has the new T1-R, but their pricing is OUTRAGEOUS (even after converting from Canadian to US)
01-25-2005, 10:47 AM
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I believe official date from ToyoCanada was Jan 5, 2005
Maybe that was just pricing/sizing availability.
Yeah, the prices are Nuts. $200+ (US) for 225/45/17. Tires that much higher where you are, or just the T1-R?
Yeah, the prices are Nuts. $200+ (US) for 225/45/17. Tires that much higher where you are, or just the T1-R?
01-25-2005, 11:16 AM
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Perhaps that's it...
Considering S-03 and PS2 both go for significantly more than CAD$400 per tire, the T1-R is a steal for 3-something... We get pretty lousy deals around town, at least when it comes to performance tires.
