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Old Jan 30, 2006
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Which tire size would be best for 18 x 7.5 Rims???

If I was to buy an 18 x 7.5 wheel which tire should I get?

a) 215/35/18

b) 215/40/18

c) 225/40/18

I'd like to know your ideas based on your experiences. I want good handling. I'm not gonna drop my car.

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do you even know what those numbers meen? how can we possibly tell you what's best for YOUR car? what do you want? handling? wheel protection? do want to drop it?
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Originally Posted by XSRCivic
do you even know what those numbers meen? how can we possibly tell you what's best for YOUR car? what do you want? handling? wheel protection? do want to drop it?
Dude of course I know but I'm just asking from your experiences on these tire sizes. I'm looking for good handling. No i'm not planning on dropping my car.
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get a tire thats made for a 7.5 width, some tires are made for 7" width only. im gonna say a definately but maybe b would fit. it depends on how low your drop is to avoid rubbing and camber wear issues.
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definately B if ur not dropping it
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215/40
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make sure you get a warranty on tires from discount if you get tires, saves money when you get one free tire. but the 215/35 would be too small depending on your drop. the 215/40 probably the best.
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Originally Posted by burke420
make sure you get a warranty on tires from discount if you get tires, saves money when you get one free tire. but the 215/35 would be too small depending on your drop. the 215/40 probably the best.
You're right I think 215/35 will look too thin because I'm not planning on dropping my car. I saw your car is that 215/40 tire you got there? And are those rims 18's?
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215/35 will actually give you a smaller overall diameter than stock. I'd go with 215/40 because that will only be slightly larger and will keep your speedo most accurate.
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Originally Posted by cbags05
215/35 will actually give you a smaller overall diameter than stock. I'd go with 215/40 because that will only be slightly larger and will keep your speedo most accurate.
Yeah I think 215/40 is not too thin for an 18" rim.
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