E39

If I were to run 225/50 up front and 245/45 in the rears is there any issues with running that?

csmeance

you'll be fine as the 225/50 will be 0.69% larger which is almost negligible. Once you get near 3% that's a no go.

horseshoez

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Why would you want such skinny tires up front?

NBP04TL4ME

Guessing he/she has some sort of deal to be had.

OP keep in mind what this means for rotation of said tires and moving differing profiles from front to back.

E39

Yes I have a deal I can grab for 2 225/50’s.Thing is I have 245/45 currently which are worn. Not bald but used nonetheless. So I’m concerned if I put the new 225/50 with the worn 245/45 is that enough of a difference to cause issues.

horseshoez

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I've never understood "deals" on used tires, I mean, for a little over $400 you can put a nice set of General G-MAX AS-05 tires on your car and only need to pay for the mount and balance once in roughly 40,000 miles; will you get even half that from the "deal" tires?

BigTurkey

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Regardless of whether it's a good idea I would think you want the wider tires up front at least

Slpr04UA6

I’m with horseshoez. I don’t understand the desire, unless it’s a need item. Save up for some decent tires, they’re the only thing connecting you to the road.

If it is a need, try to find same size as you currently have used.

csmeance

I've been able to get 275/30/21's for $20 before so you never know! They were ventus V12's that I traded in for Conti DW's. I agree with not getting bad tires, but sometimes deals can be had on used, good brand tires. Would I pay $80 for a linglong that's new or $80 for a Michelin that's used and has 50% life left?

The Mich. is the obvious answer to me. 1 foot can be a huge difference; the difference between a kid being alive and not during a panic stop. That's why best tires and brakes are what I point folks towards.

TypeEz

I'm with horseshoez on the generals. Be very careful about good new tires on the front and old on the back because in a wet/hydroplane situation the front will maintain grip while the back slides, ask me how I know. Also check date codes depending on the situation.

GhostTL09

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Just spring for a matching set. As stated $400 can get you decent tires, plus treads affect a way tires run on the road. Different treads may be counterintuitive and could possibly cause issues in less than desirable driving conditions.