Jamesy Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 There are some GEMS on this site, but also very useful if like me (the minority) you like a bit of stretch http://www.tyrestretch.com/index.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 I think it looks awful. The tyres look as though if you hit a bump they'd 'pop' off! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Stupid and dangerous in my book Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Don't do it Jamesy, not now that you are running 735 BHP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 there is a vw lupo in lincoln with porche cup alloys with 195's stretched on probably 10's it looks crazy, very euro boy stylee! Thats my mate Andy A bit of stretch is fine and looks cool, fcuk the haters lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keron Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 looks like you cant afford big enough tyres:rolleyes: true.. on the vw's yes maybe...supras..no...not worth the risk imo...seen it done and the car dont handle at all...and a harder ride... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest initial_j Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 top internet argument ive run 225/40 on a 10j on several cars for the last few years. not because i think it looks cool but because i run my cars as low as possible with proper fitment, and any bigger tyres would hit the arches i consider that a stretch but not to the point of it making huge difference or being just for show. 205 as pictured is too much and being done for no reason 225/40 is fine on a 10j, been running them front and rear, yes its a drift car however never had any problems with front grip, which needs to be mega grippy when drifting. and never had a tyre pop off a rim (another internet myth) so to answer your question yep, its absolutely fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 Thanx Got any pics mate of a 225 on a 10j? Still swaying to a 235/40 at the moment ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest initial_j Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 yeah man, my 13 running 225/40/18 all round on 10j http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/4318/img0791up.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
add heywood Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 I run a slightly stretched look (think they are 265 on a 10.5 but might be mistaken), I really like the look of it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 Thing is Initial J you have stretched all round, im worried if i go mad stretch on fronts, and rears are flush it will look cr@p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest initial_j Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 all about fitment dude. play about with ride height and spacers and tyre profile, until its nice and flush. not that hard to get it right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 If i could i would run stretched on R888's on the rear too but i just know i wont get any traction Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 This about sums it up Probably get something under con and use. But more likely comes under: Section 4a of the 'I LOOK A COMPLETE TOOL AND AM BEGGING TO BE PULLED OVER' Act 2008 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supradibbs Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Looks shite if you want that kack euro style buy a Golf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallis Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 all about fitment dude. play about with ride height and spacers and tyre profile, until its nice and flush. not that hard to get it right jamesy has the problem that his cars not wide enough for any flush fitment with a stock body:blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 James, just a few pointers from what I have learned speaking with others about stretching tyres (it is very common here in AU): * I have heard quite a few accounts of people who have had blowouts or the lip of the rim disengaging from the lip of the tyres. * A stretched tyre does not allow the bead to seal properly... so, if you hit a big pothole, the bead and tyre can actually blow out, not to mention improper/uneven wear on the tyres (the tyre rides partially on the sidewall, not the main tread patch that should be in contact with the road. As you know, sidewalls are not supposed to be driven on). * One major issue is unseating of the bead... the stretched tyres tend to pull themselves off the beads far easier if low in pressure, and are more prone to puncture. The reason is that the angle of the sidewall is different, so if they go flat, they can VERY easily come off. Also, the sidewall is designed to absorb energy horizonatally, not at 45 degrees. * Legal/insurance issues - will you still be covered if something happens? * Stretched tyres can also expose parts of the tyre that should be protected (e.g. portions of the tyre below the part designed to protect the rim from curbing), which may also increase the possibility of a puncture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcAB10 Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 i'll be running a little stretch on my new wheels come april, obviously not as ridiculous as some of the cars posted here but a little stretch can look awesome imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 Looks $#@!e if you want that kack euro style buy a Golf lol ... missed the point entirely!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcAB10 Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 still too much stretch for me here- http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/gw_images/forum pics/trevsmotor/front.jpg http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/gw_images/forum pics/trevsmotor/front2.jpg http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/gw_images/forum pics/trevsmotor/front3.jpg http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/gw_images/forum pics/trevsmotor/rear.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 James, just a few pointers from what I have learned speaking with others about stretching tyres (it is very common here in AU): * I have heard quite a few accounts of people who have had blowouts or the lip of the rim disengaging from the lip of the tyres. * A stretched tyre does not allow the bead to seal properly... so, if you hit a big pothole, the bead and tyre can actually blow out, not to mention improper/uneven wear on the tyres (the tyre rides partially on the sidewall, not the main tread patch that should be in contact with the road. As you know, sidewalls are not supposed to be driven on). * One major issue is unseating of the bead... the stretched tyres tend to pull themselves off the beads far easier if low in pressure, and are more prone to puncture. The reason is that the angle of the sidewall is different, so if they go flat, they can VERY easily come off. Also, the sidewall is designed to absorb energy horizonatally, not at 45 degrees. * Legal/insurance issues - will you still be covered if something happens? * Stretched tyres can also expose parts of the tyre that should be protected (e.g. portions of the tyre below the part designed to protect the rim from curbing), which may also increase the possibility of a puncture. thanx a lot, interesting read.....as mentioned i wont be going for a mega stretch, probably a 235/40 on a 9.5j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 still too much stretch for me here- http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/gw_images/forum pics/trevsmotor/front.jpg http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/gw_images/forum pics/trevsmotor/front2.jpg http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/gw_images/forum pics/trevsmotor/front3.jpg http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/gw_images/forum pics/trevsmotor/rear.jpg thats the car i originally based my opinion of stretch look on. i love that. and its the same wheels i have!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallis Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 thats the car i originally based my opinion of stretch look on. i love that. and its the same wheels i have!!! jamesy u seen the work hes had done to the front and rear arches though, looks awesome:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 (edited) jamesy u seen the work hes had done to the front and rear arches though, looks awesome:) To my untrained eye mate it loos like hes only had both front and rear inner arch lip roll and a small flare? What else has been done? Edited October 27, 2010 by Jamesy (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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