Are 45's really more comfortable then 40's?
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Are 45's really more comfortable then 40's?
Just curious for those who have either ridden on both sizes or know for a fact. Were 45's really more comfortable over 40's? Thanks for any replies.
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Rep Power: 0 not always BlackSI, i'm going to get 45's on my 17's and many people that have 40's are changing to 45's because the wheel well doesn't get as full with 40's... it looks like it fits better with 45's, if you have a choice, go bigger
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45s feel better ridewise, but 40's look better on outside
45s feel better ridewise, but 40's look better on outside
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Rep Power: 0 I am in this dilemma also. I want 17's but don't know the size tire i should get. I hear 205/40/17 looks too small and that 215/45/17 are too big. What does the 205 and 215 matter? is that width or tire? How big of difference is there between 205 and 215? I know that the 45s are more comfortable but some say they look too big..anyone with pics of there 17s would be grealy appreciated!
i like my 205/40/17's i dont know y ppl keep on complaing about 40's being too rough. it feels fine. you do feel the road more and i like that. plus there are way more tire selection available in the 205/40/17 size. check out www.tires.com they have the best prices and free shipping that i have see so far.
I have the same set-up as Civicvtecps1 and I SCRUB!! Do not get 215/45/17 if you plan to lower.
I picked my car up with my new TEIN SS today and I had to take my 17's off because of the scrub on my 215/45. Tomorrow I have to go buy new tires cause I dont wanna roll my fender.
I picked my car up with my new TEIN SS today and I had to take my 17's off because of the scrub on my 215/45. Tomorrow I have to go buy new tires cause I dont wanna roll my fender.
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I have the same set-up as Civicvtecps1 and I SCRUB!! Do not get 215/45/17 if you plan to lower.
I picked my car up with my new TEIN SS today and I had to take my 17's off because of the scrub on my 215/45. Tomorrow I have to go buy new tires cause I dont wanna roll my fender.
I have the same set-up as Civicvtecps1 and I SCRUB!! Do not get 215/45/17 if you plan to lower.
I picked my car up with my new TEIN SS today and I had to take my 17's off because of the scrub on my 215/45. Tomorrow I have to go buy new tires cause I dont wanna roll my fender.
no rubbing, my rims offset is 43...
Originally posted by NCStyle
yeah i know many people with 17's and 45's and slammed it, and have heard no complaints.... are you positive?
yeah i know many people with 17's and 45's and slammed it, and have heard no complaints.... are you positive?
Originally posted by civicvtec1ps
hmm are you really having rubbing problem with 215/45/17? how much did you drop? whats offset of your rims? i mean my rims were perfect fine with that drop(pics i posted above)
no rubbing, my rims offset is 43...
hmm are you really having rubbing problem with 215/45/17? how much did you drop? whats offset of your rims? i mean my rims were perfect fine with that drop(pics i posted above)
no rubbing, my rims offset is 43...
I dont know my offset- I bought my rims from Discount Tire?
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Sorry, they're bad pix. I have 205/40/17 w/ Neuspeed Sports. About 2 finger gaps in front and 1.5 in the back. I could definitely go lower, or get larger tires. Ride sux @$$ w/ 40 series. I think I'm gonna go 215/40 or 205/45 next, just so I can get a larger sidewall...
Last edited by SVongkasem; Aug 15, 2003 at 04:46 PM.
Yeah- I just got some 205/40/17 and the ride is really harsh and you feel everything. When I was running 215/45/17 its almost like stock but 205/40 are pretty harsh.
But they look good, lol.
But they look good, lol.
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Originally posted by 7thgencivic9
I am in this dilemma also. I want 17's but don't know the size tire i should get. I hear 205/40/17 looks too small and that 215/45/17 are too big. What does the 205 and 215 matter? is that width or tire? How big of difference is there between 205 and 215? I know that the 45s are more comfortable but some say they look too big..anyone with pics of there 17s would be grealy appreciated!
I am in this dilemma also. I want 17's but don't know the size tire i should get. I hear 205/40/17 looks too small and that 215/45/17 are too big. What does the 205 and 215 matter? is that width or tire? How big of difference is there between 205 and 215? I know that the 45s are more comfortable but some say they look too big..anyone with pics of there 17s would be grealy appreciated!
205,215 is the width of the tire...If you're lookin for the least amount of road noise between the two go wit the 205. However, obviously they are not as wide as 215. Therefore u wont feel a bigger difference in handling although between 205 and 215 the difference is small.
Definetly go for 45's though, imo. They have more cushion and theres less risk of getting bulges or bubbles in your tires when u go over pot holes n stuff. IMO--215/45
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Rep Power: 0 I had the 45's on my hatch and the ride was like stock. I have the 205/40/17 on the 2k1 and it rides like ****. You can feel every bump in the road unless you have a good set up. I have stock struts in the front and Koni Yellows in the back.
Originally posted by CMO
I had the 45's on my hatch and the ride was like stock. I have the 205/40/17 on the 2k1 and it rides like ****. You can feel every bump in the road unless you have a good set up. I have stock struts in the front and Koni Yellows in the back.
I had the 45's on my hatch and the ride was like stock. I have the 205/40/17 on the 2k1 and it rides like ****. You can feel every bump in the road unless you have a good set up. I have stock struts in the front and Koni Yellows in the back.
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Even if you have Tein SS, you will feel every bump in the road. ITs the damn tires. my 215/45/17 rode like stock but these 205/40/17 are rough.
Even if you have Tein SS, you will feel every bump in the road. ITs the damn tires. my 215/45/17 rode like stock but these 205/40/17 are rough.
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205,215 is the width of the tire...If you're lookin for the least amount of road noise between the two go wit the 205. However, obviously they are not as wide as 215. Therefore u wont feel a bigger difference in handling although between 205 and 215 the difference is small.
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What size tires are those on your car that you posted? Ok so 205/40/17 are a ruff ride but look better....and 215/45/17 ride better but rub really bad and don't look as good...is that basically the pros and cons? and any pics of 215/45's?
What size tires are those on your car that you posted? Ok so 205/40/17 are a ruff ride but look better....and 215/45/17 ride better but rub really bad and don't look as good...is that basically the pros and cons? and any pics of 215/45's?
i dont rub with 2 1/2 drop.
and 215/45/17 looks just fine
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Rep Power: 0 Ok so 205/40/17 are a ruff ride but look better....and 215/45/17 ride better but rub really bad and don't look as good...is that basically the pros and cons?
I can't tell you which one rides better, since I've haven't ridden around on both. I can tell you with 40 series tires, you're gonna feel every little bump though. You learn to get used to it, if you like the look of the 205/40/17s.
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Originally posted by TonySTiX
205,215 is the width of the tire...If you're lookin for the least amount of road noise between the two go wit the 205. However, obviously they are not as wide as 215. Therefore u wont feel a bigger difference in handling although between 205 and 215 the difference is small.
Definetly go for 45's though, imo. They have more cushion and theres less risk of getting bulges or bubbles in your tires when u go over pot holes n stuff. IMO--215/45
205,215 is the width of the tire...If you're lookin for the least amount of road noise between the two go wit the 205. However, obviously they are not as wide as 215. Therefore u wont feel a bigger difference in handling although between 205 and 215 the difference is small.
Definetly go for 45's though, imo. They have more cushion and theres less risk of getting bulges or bubbles in your tires when u go over pot holes n stuff. IMO--215/45
What rims are those?
