Wheel and Tire Question
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Burning Brakes
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From: Dallas TX
Wheel and Tire Question
Well, I'm ready to finally get new tires on my 2001 Vert. I figure I might as well look at getting new rims, but wanted to consult you guys before doing anything too crazy.
I want chrome rims, and I would like them wider than the stock setup.
1. What size rims and tires are you running on the front and rears?
2. Any issues? Runflats?
3. Where did you get them? Cost?
4. Happen to know the weight?
5. Post them pics!
Thanks for your help.
I want chrome rims, and I would like them wider than the stock setup.
1. What size rims and tires are you running on the front and rears?
2. Any issues? Runflats?
3. Where did you get them? Cost?
4. Happen to know the weight?
5. Post them pics!
Thanks for your help.
Last edited by RajunCajun2001; Sep 8, 2007 at 11:43 AM.
Racer
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Hauser ID
The wheels I got are ACE Slick in HyperBlack, 18X9.5 front and 18X11 rear.
The tires are Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 265/35 in front and 295/35 in back.
I have had very good dealings with America's tire. So I did Internet research to find prices then walked in and showed them. They had no problem meeting or beating the price. 18X9.5 $166 each, 18X11 $180 each and $7 each shipping. The 265's were $265, 295's were $355. They ordered everything and did a good job mounting and balancing with the Hunter 9000. It was only $10 each for that. I went ahead and also paid $160 for the tire replacement warranty. No more spontaneous lane changes, no more gritting your teeth on expansion joints. It feels like the tires are working with the suspension instead of fighting it. Wheels are heavier, but pretty much a wash with lighter tires, maybe 2 or 3 lbs. more each (but also 1” wider).
The tires are Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 265/35 in front and 295/35 in back.
I have had very good dealings with America's tire. So I did Internet research to find prices then walked in and showed them. They had no problem meeting or beating the price. 18X9.5 $166 each, 18X11 $180 each and $7 each shipping. The 265's were $265, 295's were $355. They ordered everything and did a good job mounting and balancing with the Hunter 9000. It was only $10 each for that. I went ahead and also paid $160 for the tire replacement warranty. No more spontaneous lane changes, no more gritting your teeth on expansion joints. It feels like the tires are working with the suspension instead of fighting it. Wheels are heavier, but pretty much a wash with lighter tires, maybe 2 or 3 lbs. more each (but also 1” wider).
Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 947
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From: Lower Lake Ca
Fikse 18x9.5 with pilot sports 285/35/18's
18x11.5 pilot sports 345/35/18's (tubbed)
I get a little rub in the back on hard, fast dips. There is no room in front for any type of bra on the car and slight rub that I don't notice until washing the wheel wells.
The Fikse's are pricey, but very light.
18x11.5 pilot sports 345/35/18's (tubbed)
I get a little rub in the back on hard, fast dips. There is no room in front for any type of bra on the car and slight rub that I don't notice until washing the wheel wells.
The Fikse's are pricey, but very light.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 7,251
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From: Phoenix Arizona
Fikse 18x9.5 with pilot sports 285/35/18's
18x11.5 pilot sports 345/35/18's (tubbed)
I get a little rub in the back on hard, fast dips. There is no room in front for any type of bra on the car and slight rub that I don't notice until washing the wheel wells.
The Fikse's are pricey, but very light.
18x11.5 pilot sports 345/35/18's (tubbed)
I get a little rub in the back on hard, fast dips. There is no room in front for any type of bra on the car and slight rub that I don't notice until washing the wheel wells.
The Fikse's are pricey, but very light.
