hazza Posted July 2, 2012 Share Posted July 2, 2012 Looking to get a set of 18s or 19s alloys pretty soon for the supra I was down the pub Saturday night and my mate "you want 19s on it, 255/30/19 rear 245/35/19 on the front?" he said like the BMW setup, I don't want an overly hard ride what kills my back lol I know it's down to what the driver prefers but I would just like a few tips on what you guys are riding on? And views on your ride in conclusion ie it's a bit too hard I'm looking at changing etc... Cheers guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted July 2, 2012 Share Posted July 2, 2012 (edited) I have 19's but recommend you go for 18's if your after more comfort. The width and profile of the tyre will depend on how wide your wheels are and getting the correct offset is also important You should use this tyre calculator to get the correct profile to keep the rolling radius close to o/e, http://www.etyres.co.uk/tyre-size-calculator.htm Also heres a good offset calculator http://www.1010tires.com/wheeloffsetcalculator.asp Edited July 2, 2012 by Dnk (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Posted July 2, 2012 Share Posted July 2, 2012 OEM sizes - that's what the suspension is designed for. But the most common aftermarket is a front 245/45/18 with a rear 265/40/18. As you increase wheel diameter you ruin the ride. It's all a trade off, what you gain from wider tyres, in grip, you lose in noise and wet handling (wide tyres aquaplane more because you have less contact patch pressure) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hazza Posted July 2, 2012 Author Share Posted July 2, 2012 I have 19's but recommend you go for 18's if your after more comfort. The width and profile of the tyre will depend on how wide your wheels are and getting the correct offset is also important You should use this tyre calculator to get the correct profile to keep the rolling radius close to o/e, http://www.etyres.co.uk/tyre-size-calculator.htm Also heres a good offset calculator http://www.1010tires.com/wheeloffsetcalculator.asp Wow you guys are awesome thanks much, I am abit weary when it comes to different alloys and there specific fit ment Il have a butchers at that calculator 18s agreed thanks guys now just got find the "set" of rims Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lui Posted July 2, 2012 Share Posted July 2, 2012 Wow you guys are awesome thanks much, I am abit weary when it comes to different alloys and there specific fit ment Il have a butchers at that calculator 18s agreed thanks guys now just got find the "set" of rims Nice set of 18's for sale on link below http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?270201-Volk-GR-C-18-quot-wheels-complete-with-Goodyear-F1-s-Fitted-all-round Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hazza Posted July 2, 2012 Author Share Posted July 2, 2012 Nice set of 18's for sale on link below http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?270201-Volk-GR-C-18-quot-wheels-complete-with-Goodyear-F1-s-Fitted-all-round Il have a look how much matey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty71 Posted July 2, 2012 Share Posted July 2, 2012 yes................ Stock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boge Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 yes................ Stock Jspec or UK? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Jspec or UK? Both the same (unless you have the stock 16's). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dandan Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 OEM sizes - that's what the suspension is designed for. But the most common aftermarket is a front 245/45/18 with a rear 265/40/18. As you increase wheel diameter you ruin the ride. It's all a trade off, what you gain from wider tyres, in grip, you lose in noise and wet handling (wide tyres aquaplane more because you have less contact patch pressure) 245/45/18 is a very large sidewall for the front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 On a 245 x 18 i'd be using a 40 profile or even a 35 profile as there both much nearer to the stock overall diameter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heckler Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I used to have 245/40/18 on front, and 275/35/18 on the rear - pretty damn close to stock diameter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB-GTE Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 can't go wrong with wider 265 and 295 would be make a good handling sticky setup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digsy Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 can't go wrong with wider Unless it rains. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 This forum really needs a like post button! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dandan Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 can't go wrong with wider Unless it rains. I had the opportunity to test out my 255/35/18 and 315/35/17 Vredestein Sessanta tyres in severe wet weather last week (completely unplanned!) and they were outstanding. I would choose these widths in this brand over the narrower Eagle F1 and Asymmetrics I used to run any day - wet or dry. However it was no accident I chose the Sessantas, they were a well informed choice. If you're "going wide" and think you'll use the car in the wet then be careful which tyre you choose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Or be really sensible as it doesn't matter what rubber you have if you hit standing water. Even F1 monsoon tyres aquaplane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nodalmighty Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I fitted 235x40x18 and 265x35x18 Falkens to my TTE's. They seem to be fine in the wet but then I don't drive in such a manner as to provoke a moment. Lyndon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
listy Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I have 275/35/18 rear and 245/40/18 front. Never had a problem. Ride is comfy too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hazza Posted July 7, 2012 Author Share Posted July 7, 2012 I have 275/35/18 rear and 245/40/18 front. Never had a problem. Ride is comfy too I'm thinking 18s And 235/35/18 on front 265/40/18 on rear? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 I'm thinking 18s And 235/35/18 on front 265/40/18 on rear? Profile wise on the above you would need 235/40/18 and 265/35/18 That the sizes I run as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boge Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 A nice set of 19'' Lambo alloys. Look good, wide, and very grippy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hazza Posted July 7, 2012 Author Share Posted July 7, 2012 A nice set of 19'' Lambo alloys. Look good, wide, and very grippy [ATTACH]154390[/ATTACH] How much for them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boge Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 Unfortunately I'm not selling them, just seen them around and thought I'd bring them to everyone's attention as I think they'd look pretty good on a Supra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOGIE Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 does this help any? Rim width---Min tyre width----Ideal tyre width-------Max tyre width 7.0 inches-----195 mm--------205 or 215 mm-----------225 mm 7.5 inches-----205 mm--------215 or 225 mm-----------235 mm 8.0 inches-----215 mm--------225 or 235 mm-----------245 mm 8.5 inches-----225 mm--------235 or 245 mm-----------255 mm 9,0 inches-----235 mm--------245 or 255 mm-----------265 mm 9.5 inches-----245 mm--------255 or 265 mm-----------275 mm 10.0 inches----255 mm--------265 or 275 mm-----------285 mm 10.5 inches----265 mm--------275 or 285 mm-----------295 mm 11.0 inches----275 mm--------285 or 295 mm-----------305 mm 11.5 inches----285 mm--------295 or 305 mm-----------315 mm 12.0 inches----295 mm--------305 or 315 mm-----------325 mm 12.5 inches----305 mm--------315 or 325 mm-----------335 mm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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