maxAmillion

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I'm thinking about buying a set of A-spec rims and was wondering what size tires I could go with. I know 235 40 18 is stock but can I go with 235 45 18?

OneWickedTypeS

i think thats what im running

OneWickedTypeS

My Bad Im Actually Running 245/40/r18

cccjoecool

I have the A-spec rims and went with 245/40/18's. Love them.

maxAmillion

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What about 235/45/18? Anyone running with this size?

VegasRPh

I think those would throw off your speedometer. You will need to run 235/40/18 to compensate for the factory wheel size of 235/45/17 and keep speedo correct.
Besides, a 40 series tire will have a "stiffer" side wall and handle better with the 18" wheels.
Go with the 235/40/18 OR 245/40/18 (this will work too)

fish008

It depends what year A-spec wheels you buy. The 04s were 18x8.5 and 05-on were 18x8. I have the 18x8.5 and I run a 245/40, 235s dont cover the edges of the rim with the 8.5 inch wheel. 245/45 would throw off the speedo.

CrazyNurse

^^ Any closeup shots of your tires and rims?

How does this setup perform and feel?

Are you happy with this?

fish008

I don't know if this is close enough but check it out.



It performs and feels great. I am really happy with it. I run Goodyear Eagle F1s by the way.

mrlttran

I'm running 255x40x18 on my A-specs and no issues at all...

stillhere153

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245/40 is the quiet ride... 235/40 is a slightly noisy ride because there is less meat... but 235/45 or 245/45 will not only throw the speedo off but make the car feel like it is tipping into corners...

245/40-18 should have been the tire the car came with because it offers a quiet ride and sidewall protection

VegasRPh

+1

245/40/18 would look GREAT with the A-Specs.

Try the FALKEN FK 452s........you will love them!!!

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OneWickedTypeS

has anybody noticed rubbing, with 245/40/R18.
Cause i rub slightly when the wheel is turned?

fish008

I have never had a rubbing issue and I am lowered too. Are you lowered? How low?

OneWickedTypeS

Well i got a picture a couple weeks ago when i had the front end torn apart.
And i am not lowered yet, thinking about getting springs for the time being
ALSO FIRST TIME TRYING TO EDIT PICTURES LIKE THIS...

TLAdvanced

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I dig the custom wooden jackstands!

OneWickedTypeS

No The Piece Of Crap Jack I Had Barely Got The Car Up, And Then A Nasty Storm Rolled In So I Used The Blocks Incase The Jack Dropped Over Night. I Could Not Get My Jack Stands Under The Car. I Need A New Jack...

Ramrodthrusterpuppy

That's weird....a 245/40/18 is only a few millimeters taller than the OEM 235/45/17...depending on the tire brand. Regardless, at OEM height, I'm shocked that it's rubbing!

OneWickedTypeS

Oh Ya These Are 18 X 8.5 Aspecs

Ramrodthrusterpuppy

Hmmmm....the 18 X 8.5 A-Spec is one of the wheels that I'm considering in the very near future...and a mild drop. Does anyone else have rubbing at lock?

ityper

any pictures of the following?

245/45/18 and
255/40/18

much appreciated

fish008

Just for the record my pictures are of 245/40 18s on a 18x8.5 wheel.

joeybabyluvsu

Why are u rubbing though? I dont understand...you are not lowered either...hmm whats up guys?

ityper

looks great. question, are you on the a-spec suspension as well?

stillhere153

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alignment must be off... not supposed to be rubbing inside... regardless that isn't "real" rubbing... that is weather liner being dumb

I am lowered 1.5" 18x8.5 +35 245/40-18... and yes I've rubbed that same area but I have some negative camber