245/45R17 Vibes
#1
245/45R17 Vibes
Just got back from a drive on a windy road and am finally ready to admit defeat.
Installed 245/45s on my 17” wheels (09 x) a few weeks back. Tires are loud (sumituomo) but I get what I pay for. They’re very grippy in wet conditions so that’s nice. Also had existing spacers - can’t remember what size - probably 1/2” or 3/4”.
But when I turn the wheel right, I rub. I can not replicate it in my garage and cannot see an area even remotely close to touching the tires when parked and turning the wheel.
But on the highway, even 1/4 turn of the wheel and the noise is deafening. I’m at a loss. Any suggestions?
Installed 245/45s on my 17” wheels (09 x) a few weeks back. Tires are loud (sumituomo) but I get what I pay for. They’re very grippy in wet conditions so that’s nice. Also had existing spacers - can’t remember what size - probably 1/2” or 3/4”.
But when I turn the wheel right, I rub. I can not replicate it in my garage and cannot see an area even remotely close to touching the tires when parked and turning the wheel.
But on the highway, even 1/4 turn of the wheel and the noise is deafening. I’m at a loss. Any suggestions?
#4
It is not lowered.
Agreed...it makes me wonder if a bushing or suspension component on the left side is tired (115k miles).
Not sure what to take pics of...there is nothing noticeable upon inspection...
I had not thought of this, and it's a great suggestion. I ran my arms completely around both rear tires - focusing on the left rear - and found no areas that would potentially rub. Again leading me to wonder if the rear left suspension components are just tired and under weight transfer, there is rubbing.
I do not see any obvious damage to any of the tires...so while that's great - it doesn't help me diagnose the issue.
Agreed...it makes me wonder if a bushing or suspension component on the left side is tired (115k miles).
Not sure what to take pics of...there is nothing noticeable upon inspection...
I do not see any obvious damage to any of the tires...so while that's great - it doesn't help me diagnose the issue.
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Thanks all!
#10
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Could 245/50/17 fit on oem 17" rims? Would wider tires give dull turn in feeling?
#12
Registered Member
I found another thread with more details about my question
https://www.myg37.com/forums/g37-sed...estions-3.html
Thanks!
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My reply in that last thread you linked wasn't real precise when I said a 255 on a 7.5" would be a standard mount, the recommended wheel width range for a 255/50/17 for one tire example in the tirerack listings lists a 7-9" range for the first tire in this list (click on specs)
https://tires.tirerack.com/tires/255%2050%2017
So that said, the 7" would be a pinch mount IMO, and the 9" would be just a bit more than standard. The taller sidewalls of a 50 or 55 series make the stretch or pinch seem less dramatic vs. the short sidewall 35-45 series that are more common with that width tire (on the 18-20" wheel sizes).
https://tires.tirerack.com/tires/255%2050%2017
So that said, the 7" would be a pinch mount IMO, and the 9" would be just a bit more than standard. The taller sidewalls of a 50 or 55 series make the stretch or pinch seem less dramatic vs. the short sidewall 35-45 series that are more common with that width tire (on the 18-20" wheel sizes).
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I hope I'm not spamming this thread.
Thanks for correcting my info as I'm still surfing the forum collecting info and getting to know what others' experience are with 245/50/17 on stock 17"
So your reply in this thread is not accurate too?
https://www.myg37.com/forums/wheels-...-17-tires.html
Thanks for correcting my info as I'm still surfing the forum collecting info and getting to know what others' experience are with 245/50/17 on stock 17"
So your reply in this thread is not accurate too?
https://www.myg37.com/forums/wheels-...-17-tires.html
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iTrader: (13)
I hope I'm not spamming this thread.
Thanks for correcting my info as I'm still surfing the forum collecting info and getting to know what others' experience are with 245/50/17 on stock 17"
So your reply in this thread is not accurate too?
https://www.myg37.com/forums/wheels-...-17-tires.html
Thanks for correcting my info as I'm still surfing the forum collecting info and getting to know what others' experience are with 245/50/17 on stock 17"
So your reply in this thread is not accurate too?
https://www.myg37.com/forums/wheels-...-17-tires.html
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