Twelve Rings

..stock 17 x 8's came with 255/40's from Audi, but I understand the wheel width of 8" is considered somewhat narrow for a 255 (even though Audi used this combo on the C5 S6 and A6 4.2). What are your thoughts on this one? Still provides the same rolling diameter as the stock tires, and besides, the wheels I want only comes in an 8" wide size. I'd prefer not to shrink the tire size if at all possible. TIA.

Stage-3-Emre

Sell me your 17x8's, either the A6's or the S6's.

Twelve Rings

Sorry, Squeal. They will become the dedicated snows. : /

Gary@Tirerack.com

Although it is outside of the recommended rim width range given by the tire manufacturer, Audi does it on the A6 4.2 as you stated. My feeling in this case is that Audi already did it on your chassis, so go for it as long as you're okay with the appearance of the the 255 width tires 'pulled out' look on 8" wheels.<ul><li><a href="http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AR8&amp;url=/tires/index.jsp">Tires</a></li></ul>

Twelve Rings

..close to the curb. ; ) Appreciate the feedback.

Stage-3-Emre

8 in wide snows? Bad idea.

Twelve Rings

Not for occasional Tahoe weekend trips. Much more time spent on dry pavement.