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08-04-2013, 04:27 PM | #1 |
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18" Tire Alternatives to PS2's for Advan RS
I am planning on getting a set of Advan RS wheels (9" front & 10" rears) for my M3 later this year but am undecided as to whether to get 18's or 19's (currently on OEM ZCP wheels). Right now I am leaning towards 19's even though I'd prefer 18's because of 19" tire choices.
The lightest setup would be the 19's with stock (245 & 265) size tires. If I go to a 255/40 in the front and a 275/40 in the rear, the 18's are a little lighter. The problem with the wider tires on the 18's is that the only option is a PS2 tire (for some reason, the PSS's are not available in the 275/40 size). I checked Tirerack but could not find a suitable replacement to the PS2's and would like to stay in the PSS price range. Can anyone suggest a good alternatives to the PS2's in the 255/40 & 275/40 size? Or is it as simple as sticking with stock tire sizes on the 18's? My concern with the stock size tires on the Advan's is that my research indicates that they would look a bit too stretched. |
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I would suggest skipping the Advan RS and get a wheel available in 18x9.5 and 18x10.5 sizes. The Advan TC3 is a great option. The RS looks good but the available sizes suck IMO. That will allow you to run 275/35/18 (or 265/35/18) in the front and 285/35/18 (or 295/35/18) in the rear.
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Michelin PSS - 255/40/18 = 25 lbs 275/35/18 = 25 lbs _________________________________ 275/40/18 = ?? Not available in PSS (27 lbs for a PS2) 285/35/18 = 28 lbs Even if there was a slight difference in weight, the increase in grip is worth it IMO. Weight is certainly important but it is only one component of performance. I wouldn't pick my tires based solely on their weight. I would gladly run a slightly heavier tire that had more grip. Obviously there is a point where the weight gain is not worth it but we are not at that point with the tire sizes I recommended. Wheels - I recommended the Advan TC3 because you were already looking at Advan's. Another good option is a Volk TE37 or TE37SL. They are very common but that is for good reason. They are light, good offsets, forged, and fairly priced.
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Is it safe to assume you have the 275/285 setup? Any rubbing with those widths? |
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