Rim sizes for the 3 HELP!!!
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Rim sizes for the 3 HELP!!!
OK, well i saved up enough money to get a set of rims. I was wondering if anybody knows if i can fit an 18x7 inch rim with a 225/40/18 size tire on it. Also i live in ohio so the potholes here are within comparison to the grand canyon, so if any specific tire brands that have a nice stiff sidewall can be givin then i'd appreciate it. Thanks
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Ahhh, now there you go changing the rules on us. With potholes like that lurking under a puddle near you, there's no way I'd go with 18" wheels. I'm thinking that a set of 225/45 R17s mounted on 17x7.0 wheels would be the way to go if you live in pothole country.
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Originally Posted by *Nmazda3*
OK, well i saved up enough money to get a set of rims. I was wondering if anybody knows if i can fit an 18x7 inch rim with a 225/40/18 size tire on it.
Originally Posted by *Nmazda3*
Also i live in ohio so the potholes here are within comparison to the grand canyon, so if any specific tire brands that have a nice stiff sidewall can be givin then i'd appreciate it. Thanks
I concur with that and had shipo not already said it, I would have.
With a taller wheel and potholes, you want MORE flex in the sidewalls, not less. Unless you don't mind buying replacement wheels from time to time.
I also agree that staying with a 17" and a 225/45-17, or even A 215/50-17 is a better option for your situation as you've stated it.
Be extra careful to chose a wheels with an offset of +48-+50mm, the OE being +52.5mm. IMO, a +45 or less is taking you into handling territory you may not want to go into and may cause excessive wear on other suspension components.
Last edited by virgin1; 04-13-2009 at 03:41 PM.