JAREKsTLS

I'm considering buying rims Axis Se7en Mod (18x7.5, 5x114.3, offset +47). What size of tires should I buy? 225/40-18 or 225/45-18? If I buy 225/45-18 does the wheel gap decreases by .5 of an inch? Should I expect some rubbing? My car is not lowered. Thanks

Jarek

Edub-TL

if you're not lowered, don't even worry about rubbing with that wheel size.. yes the tires are about .5 diff..

if you can get some 225/45, go for it.. I think there are very few of those available.. the Bridgestone S-03 are your best best in that size..

with 225/40, you have alot more choices.. but if you get wheels..it's almost a sin if you don't get a little lowered

TopGum

225/45 two top choices are the Michelin Pilot Sport or the S-O3

225/40 the Kumho Ecsta MX is getting great reviews.

Pretty much a matter of choice. I don't think you go wrong with either size. Agreed. Rubbing w/out lowering here is no problem. If you are thinking of lowering, I'd go 225/40.

Jax

with 225/45 you will have a smaller wheel gap and more protection for your rims but there are not many choices for tires like everyone says.. and if u dont plan on lowering i would go 225/45, if u go 225/45 you can do H&R OE Springs.. Tuff Gong has this setup and it pretty good for those that cant or dont like it too low... but most people with 18's go 225/40

JAREKsTLS

I found some Kumho Ecsta Supra 712 225/45R18, what's "R" stands for?

NSX4dr

The tire sizes actually differ by .81 of an inch. That is the total diameter, so divide that by 2 and that is the difference in wheel well gap. Oh I almost forgot, the R stands for radial.

If you have the money get the Michelin Pilot Sports........

Charles