[fpr_xr8]

Hey guys i got a bf with 18x8s and 245/40/18, what i want to know is would i get more traction from the std size or from 265/35/18? same brand, model of tyre


Thoughts?

[ScatterBrain]

A 265 is a bit to wide to mount on a 8" rim, I'm not saying it's impossible just unpractical. With a 265 on a 8" rim,Yes it'll give you more traction then the 245 how ever it wouldn't be as much as if the 265 was mounted on a 9-9.5" rim. Best bet would be to get a good quality 245 tyre to suit the 8" rims.<br>

This post has been edited by ScatterBrain: 30 July 2010 - 07:14 PM

[KRM]

Agree - and there are some good buys on the market in a 245 / 40 for around 400 a corner.

I asked a similar question a while back - thread is still in the history. Heaps of good ideas - but anything "ese" or "yang" are not recommended. For all out work, I think they opinion was Toyo R1R ?? A lot depends on driving style .

[justafg]

i just priced the toyo's the other day and got quoted $480 each .....outch

[fpr_xr8]

oh dont get me wrong i do realise if i spend 400+ a corner ill get some great tyres. But im talkin cheap tyres, 265s will fit just is it worth it

for example 245/40/18 Achillies $180

265/35/18 Achillies $220


Will the extra width gain me traaction or should i just stick with the 245

[ScatterBrain]

Yes going to a wider tyre will give you more traction, but don't forget you'll loose handling because the tyre will roll more under cornering. At the end of the day it comes down to how you want the car to perform, eg good acceleration or good handling. Heck give it a go, and tell us the results.

[fpr_xr8]

Im after the traction, im not going to do any track work. Just normal day to day with a few squirts here and there

[KRM]

IMO - tyres are not something you "low spend" on. Maxxis do a pretty good unit for 300 or so and Toyo Proxess 4 are about the same. Stick with a 245 - some brands do a 255 but 10 mill..... is it worth it.

Have to say it - but you stuff up with tyres once. These cheapies that come on the market are for Kia's. Sooner or later you will decide on a speed run and the last thing you want is sh1tty rubber. I have an old parts chaser - it looks like a wreck but it has decent tyres and brakes etc..

But - its your bux and your call.

[RIP_HSV]

justafg, on 30 July 2010 - 05:47 PM, said:

i just priced the toyo's the other day and got quoted $480 each .....outch

Toyo R1R's? i can get these in Perth for $360 a tyre

[fpr_xr8]

Ok so i have ordered Federal 595's in 245/40/18 so ill see how they hold up, getting them put on on Friday

[fpr_xr8]

They feel heaps stickier than my Dunlop SP9000

[LUMO]

What are they worth a corner dude??

[rapt]

Try Roadstones

A good tyre at a midrange price

[fpr_xr8]

im getting them for 220 each

[RIP_HSV]

Bargain

[fpr_xr8]

Got the 595's on and for those in Perth, from wangara to morley i tried my usual powerys and no slipping. I even tried to make it lose traction, you know as you come out a corner and give if to it..... nothing
well ill see how they hold up once Rob has finished with the car but for the price they sure are sticky.

[REHAB]

I got the Federal 595's in 245/40/18 yesterday great tyres got them for 159 each from these guys and they ship across Oz option1garage

[Rockatansky]

My car came with these fitted:

Rear

Corsa 2233
Size Width Profile Rim Size Load Index Speed Index
235/40 ZR 18 95 W XL Corsa 2233 235 40 18 95 W

Size 235/40 ZR 18 95 W XL Corsa 2233
Width 235
Profile 40
Rim Size 18
Load Index 95
Speed Index W

Front

Styre 235/40 ZR18 95 (on the tire)

http://www.austyre.c...tyre-sport.html

States:

Tyre Size 235/40ZR18
Load / Speed Index 95W-XL

Absolutely no complaints and the Corsa 2233
stuck well at the drags!

This post has been edited by Rockatansky: 07 August 2010 - 02:56 PM

[Mental]

you can get Federal 595 ... 265/35/18 off ebay for $165 each

[fpr_xr8]

These prices are all true guys.... but ask them what freight to perth is, 100 odd dollars, and then add about 10-20 dollars for fitting and im around that price anyway