What Tyre Size On My Rims... N00b Question...

[eddieeeee-ro]

got a set of rays on my 33, and the rears are 9" wide and the fronts 8"

what combo should i go for? i want good traction on the rear while still have good steering @ the front...

thanks guys

[wakesmeup]

I have the same size wheels with 235 front, and 265 rear. no scrubbing at all and seems to steer good. but i think il go wider on the back with the next set if i can.. a bit more traction would be good interesting to hear other thoughts.....

[eddieeeee-ro]

been getting quotes and have come up with some bridgestone potenza's RE001's

setup they gave me was 235/45/17 and 255/40/17

quoted around $1100 fitted.

anyone got suggestions?

cheers

[NISZILA]

That sounds pretty good. I would take that. Remember, width doesn't always mean better traction. Its the quality of the tyre that counts. The bridgestones will last well and perform well too. You could get cheaper tyres in that size, but rather pay the extra and get something quality.

[eddieeeee-ro]

my other options are with the same setup

kuhmo's KU31 for $800ish fitted

or

fulda exelero for about $1000 fitted..

any input would be appreicated.

thanks

[NISZILA]

Stick with the bridgestones for sure. Have a read of the tyres reviews. Its a sticky in this forum.

To give you an idea, I was looking at getting the same tyres, but in 235x40R18 size. Got quoted $1360, so your price is alright

[eddieeeee-ro]

cool, looks like i'll prob go with the potenza's

btw ballpark figure how much does it usally cost to repair damaged rims around the lip e.g. surface/gutter scratchs? they are dished rays wheels

[NISZILA]

You might be able to do it yourself depending on how bad they are. To get someone to do it, they will charge at least $70-80 if its minor. If its major work to get fixed, then it will be more.