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Old Mar 15, 2012 | 04:52 AM
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Best size tyres for 18"

What's the best size 18" i can go for that will be suited for everyday driving and the occasional track?
I also don't want to go too wide and have the arches scraping,like a happy medium size.I plan on getting some coilovers first.
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Old Mar 15, 2012 | 04:55 AM
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Width and offset of your wheels?
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Old Mar 15, 2012 | 06:27 AM
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No idea,they're the Enkei's the car came out with.235/45/17".Don't know what the offset is.
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Old Mar 15, 2012 | 06:38 AM
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You're on stock Evo wheels? If so, they're 17s, not 18.

What you have to consider is the width of the wheel, not wheel diameter. Tire choices will be limited to budget constrains, and nothing else. E.I. Get the best you can afford! I autox and track myself, and lean toward 17 inch wheels because tires typically cost less. That's something to think about.
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Old Mar 15, 2012 | 06:46 AM
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Yes,check my previous post,17".I would go for easthetical reasons and better handling.I'm thinking 245/35/18".
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Old Mar 15, 2012 | 06:48 AM
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V---- What he said.

Last edited by grillpt; Mar 15, 2012 at 05:39 PM.
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Old Mar 15, 2012 | 01:02 PM
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If you purchase new 18" wheels, the most popular size is 255/35-18.
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Old Mar 15, 2012 | 10:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Neal@tirerack.
If you purchase new 18" wheels, the most popular size is 255/35-18.
Thank you,the answer i was looking for.
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