FriendlyChris

So i been reading and see a lot of threads talking about 19 inch rims with tire set up. But i have 18 inch rims and ben reading about the 275/35/19 and 245/40/19 i was wondering if anyone tried this set up with 18 inch rims. i read a thread saying the most the 18 inch rims should go is 235 so i'm curious whats a great setup for my 18s.

Thank you so much for answers.

the93owner

First of all those tire sizes are only compatible with 19 inch wheels. If you want a similar setup, you can go with 245/45/18 and 275/40/18. But that depends on how wide your wheels are. To fit those tire sizes you would need an 8.5 to 9.5 inch wheel up front and a 9.5 to 10.5 wheel in the back. If you have stock wheels you're better off sticking with the factory sizes.

FriendlyChris

So i have a 09 convertible that is stock with 225/50-18 and 245/45-18, You feel like i should just stick with those factory numbers i can't do anything fancy till i get 19 inch rims huh. that is kind of disappointing. lol

the93owner

I would say stick with the stock wheels and tires for now, and save up and for a good wheel and tire combo down the road. If you want stickier tires, you could go with a better performance tire in the factory size, but as far as upsizing to wider tires, probably not a good investment on stock 18" wheels.

slartibartfast

iTrader: (7)

Get rid of the crappy OE tires and get max-performance tires. I replaced the stock Bridgestones Re050 with stock-size Bridgestone Potenza S-04. BIG improvement. Grippier, quieter, better ride and similar wear. With the stock tires, I triggered traction control every day. With the Potenzas, maybe once or twice a month.

You can't go wrong with Michelin Pilot Super Sport, either.

I'm going to ask the mods to move this out of the Review section and into Tires and Wheels.

bPChaos

245/45R18 and 275/40R18 are the equivalent 18inch sizes. Ideal wheel widths are 18x9/18x10 for those sizes, respectively.

ryanwhite74115

I just purchases some Nitto 555 G2's. Will update once they are mounted but they are well priced and comparable to S-04's (which I loved but they don't make the size I need ).

Paul Kirik

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Get michelin all the wayyy hands down

blnewt

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Great choice, but there's a new kid in town that wants to play

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