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      11-09-2013, 10:25 PM   #1
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Tire fitment Front 235/40/18 MPSS on ET45 8.5" Wheels

Anyone run 235/40/18 with MPSS on ET45 & 8.5" 18" Wheels up front?

I am lowered too on KW V1's.

My front 225/40/18 MPSS are nearly done, and with the rain season coming its time to replace them. I want to get as much front grip as possible so I am considering 235/40/18's.

Anyone run 235/40/18 MPSS on ET45 8.5in 18" wheels? I have the VMR V718's if anyone's curious.



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You may run into problems with a 40 series up front when you're lowered. You'd probably be fine with a 35 series tho.

For comparison on a stock height car I had to do a ton of work to get 245/40s to fit. Trimming, camber, fender rolling/pulling, etc.
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I am currently running 235/40-18 MPSS on 8.5-18-45 Forgestar CF5. No rubbing - zero. Very cozy fit though on the strut side to be sure. I have BMWP springs which lower the car by about 0.5 inches. I also have Dinan camber plates which raise the car by about 0.25. So net lower is about 0.25. Negative 1.5 camber is dialed in. I'd feel confident that with your setup you can make it work.

I have 245/35 on the back with the same wheels. I tried them on the front for fun and they will need a 3 mm spacer to work with no rub on the strut side.

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I am currently running 235/40-18 MPSS on 8.5-18-45 Forgestar CF5. No rubbing - zero. Very cozy fit though on the strut side to be sure. I have BMWP springs which lower the car by about 0.5 inches. I also have Dinan camber plates which raise the car by about 0.25. So net lower is about 0.25. Negative 1.5 camber is dialed in. I'd feel confident that with your setup you can make it work.

I have 245/35 on the back with the same wheels. I tried them on the front for fun and they will need a 3 mm spacer to work with no rub on the strut side.

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You're 235/40 front 245/35 rear?

On a separate note why is it that so many folks here don't understand basic tire sizing? They only bother to look at width not realizing how profile changes height.

OP I would much rather run 245/35 square with a 2-3mm spacer up front than rim a 235/40 which is 0.6" taller than stock. That alone would be enough to cause running due to being too tall. 245 gives you benefit of more traction up front while maintaining stock height. If I were to upsize, I wouldn't go more than 225/40 which is 1/3" more. It'll provide a more comfortable ride, fill out wheel gap and work well with factory wheel widths. But seeing how you got 8.5" et45, go 245/35 and pick up a spacer from Apex (free s&h).
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You're 235/40 front 245/35 rear?

On a separate note why is it that so many folks here don't understand basic tire sizing? They only bother to look at width not realizing how profile changes height.

OP I would much rather run 245/35 square with a 2-3mm spacer up front than rim a 235/40 which is 0.6" taller than stock. That alone would be enough to cause running due to being too tall. 245 gives you benefit of more traction up front while maintaining stock height. If I were to upsize, I wouldn't go more than 225/40 which is 1/3" more. It'll provide a more comfortable ride, fill out wheel gap and work well with factory wheel widths. But seeing how you got 8.5" et45, go 245/35 and pick up a spacer from Apex (free s&h).
Yep. 235/40 and 245/35. No rubbing despite what you might think. Also, I'm fully aware of the height difference and bought it intentionally so I wouldn't assume that people don't understand it though in some cases I'm sure you're right. Roads in Chicago can be tough and some extra radius is ok in my book. BTW diameter is increased by about 0.6 but the radius (ride height) is increased by 0.3.
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Yep. 235/40 and 245/35. No rubbing despite what you might think. Also, I'm fully aware of the height difference and bought it intentionally so I wouldn't assume that people don't understand it though in some cases I'm sure you're right. Roads in Chicago can be tough and some extra radius is ok in my book. BTW diameter is increased by about 0.6 but the radius (ride height) is increased by 0.3.
Yea but why run mismatched heights front and rear? Why not run the same increased height both front and rear?

I'm not surprised you don't run since your drop is so minimal but I'm pretty sure OP will be running his KW's lower.

Oh yea Chicago roads can't be much worse than NJ/NYC
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Yea but why run mismatched heights front and rear? Why not run the same increased height both front and rear?

I'm not surprised you don't run since your drop is so minimal but I'm pretty sure OP will be running his KW's lower.

Oh yea Chicago roads can't be much worse than NJ/NYC
Tire selection? I couldn't get the type of tires I wanted in 245/35 to match the 285/30s, so I had to get 245/40s.
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Yea but why run mismatched heights front and rear? Why not run the same increased height both front and rear?

I'm not surprised you don't run since your drop is so minimal but I'm pretty sure OP will be running his KW's lower.

Oh yea Chicago roads can't be much worse than NJ/NYC
Long story on the sizes but here are a few items that were considered:
  • 1s dont have a lot of space in front to work with.
  • Wanted square wheels and a close to square setup. Forgestars had what I wanted so 8.5-45 was the target size.
  • Wasn't sure if 255/35 rear on et45 would fit. Wasn't sure if 245/35 would fit in front. Knew that 245/35 would fit in the rear.
  • Differential in diameter not important to me since max difference with a 245 rear was relatively small.
  • Want to make sure that the tire overhangs the wheel so I get some curb rash protection.
  • Wanted maximum width possible without fender roll.
  • Tire size options also came into play.
  • Didn't want to risk getting something that wouldn't fit.

I don't recall but there may have been other things I considered at the time. Clearly thought it through. The car, wheel, suspension, and tires were all new to me. So I went with something safe. Once these tires are spent I will go with either 245/35 & 255/35 or 235/40 and 245/35.
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Long story on the sizes but here are a few items that were considered:
  • 1s dont have a lot of space in front to work with.
  • Wanted square wheels and a close to square setup. Forgestars had what I wanted so 8.5-45 was the target size.
  • Wasn't sure if 255/35 rear on et45 would fit. Wasn't sure if 245/35 would fit. Knew that 245/35 would fit in the rear.
  • Differential in diameter not important to me since max difference with a 245 rear was relatively small.
  • Want to make sure that the tire overhangs the wheel so I get some curb rash protection.
  • Wanted maximum width possible without fender roll.
  • Tire size options also came into play.
  • Didn't want to risk getting something that wouldn't fit.

I don't recall but there may have been other things I considered at the time. Clearly thought it through. The car, wheel, suspension, and tires were all new to me. So I went with something safe. Once these tires are spent I will go with either 245/35 & 255/35 or 235/40 and 245/35.
Good answer!

FWIW a 245/35 should fit with 3mm spacer and fixed camber plates
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Good answer!

FWIW a 245/35 should fit with 3mm spacer and fixed camber plates
Dont even need a spacer with certain tire brands.
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Dont even need a spacer with certain tire brands.
True but if someone is trying to stuff 245 up front chances are its a performance tire with wide shoulders
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True but if someone is trying to stuff 245 up front chances are its a performance tire with wide shoulders
Just saying direzza's and nitto nt05s dont.
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I tested the MPSS from the rear 245/35s on the front for grins. They will require a spacer. 3mm will do the trick for sure. Like I said, once these tires are spent I'll seriously consider 245/35 up front with the spacer. Really want to put RE11s on but they don't come in 245/35. BTW I have Dinan fixed plates and my current camber is dialed in at -1.5.

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Just saying direzza's and nitto nt05s dont.
I wasn't be even aware SS came out in a 245/35-18
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I tested the MPSS from the rear 245/35s on the front for grins. They will require a spacer. 3mm will do the trick for sure. Like I said, once these tires are spent I'll seriously consider 245/35 up front with the spacer. Really want to put RE11s on but they don't come in 245/35. BTW I have Dinan fixed plates and my current camber is dialed in at -1.5.
Interesting enough I have the perfect set of track wheels (18x8.5 et42) that would work great on this car with a 245/35-18 but I'm not sure if I want to track this car. Right now those wheels have 255/35's and I use them as my wet setup on the Z but part of me is really curious to see his this car would perform with 245 square, Carbotech pads and Dinan camber plates (the bare minimum I'd invest on track mods), all else stock.
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...I'm not sure if I want to track this car...
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You may run into problems with a 40 series up front when you're lowered. You'd probably be fine with a 35 series tho.

For comparison on a stock height car I had to do a ton of work to get 245/40s to fit. Trimming, camber, fender rolling/pulling, etc.
Thanks for your feedback.

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I am currently running 235/40-18 MPSS on 8.5-18-45 Forgestar CF5. No rubbing - zero. Very cozy fit though on the strut side to be sure. I have BMWP springs which lower the car by about 0.5 inches. I also have Dinan camber plates which raise the car by about 0.25. So net lower is about 0.25. Negative 1.5 camber is dialed in. I'd feel confident that with your setup you can make it work.

I have 245/35 on the back with the same wheels. I tried them on the front for fun and they will need a 3 mm spacer to work with no rub on the strut side.

Hope this helps.
Thanks for the feedback.

I am very much consdering 235/40's now. However, I do see that you have -1.5 camber in the front which helps with fender clearance. I don't have camber plates, and I had my alignment shop knock out the pins to get -0.9 camber up front I believe.

My car also is dropped much more than your suspension. It may be hard to tell in the photos I have posted.

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You're 235/40 front 245/35 rear?

On a separate note why is it that so many folks here don't understand basic tire sizing? They only bother to look at width not realizing how profile changes height.

OP I would much rather run 245/35 square with a 2-3mm spacer up front than rim a 235/40 which is 0.6" taller than stock. That alone would be enough to cause running due to being too tall. 245 gives you benefit of more traction up front while maintaining stock height. If I were to upsize, I wouldn't go more than 225/40 which is 1/3" more. It'll provide a more comfortable ride, fill out wheel gap and work well with factory wheel widths. But seeing how you got 8.5" et45, go 245/35 and pick up a spacer from Apex (free s&h).
I do realize that increasing width also causes the profile to increase in height. But I did not realize a jump from 225/40 -> 235/40 would be that significant (0.6"+ as you said?). Definitely something to consider now too then, as I really do not want to have to deal with any rubbing issues. I want my wheels/tires to fit right, the first time without having to do the run around and trial and error. That's what all you awesome forum members are for! :]

I would like to run a larger width up front. However I am a bit afraid of changing the cars handling characteristics too much if I go 245/35 square. I do want a bit more front end grip which is why I am considering up-sizing the front tires from what I have now (225/40->235/40).

As of now, when I push the car into the canyons as hard and aggressively as I possibly can. With the F:225 & R:255 MPSS, no matter how aggressive I turn or carve in the canyons, the rears will NEVER break loose or slip (into an oversteer) and I will always get into an understeer situation first.

I do realize, that does sound a bit weird. But having this car for 2+ years now, and being used to its handling characteristics at the limit, I do not want to modify it very much as I am afraid of crashing in a stone wall or worse off a cliff.

However, I would like to reduce the understeer a little bit, with hopes by going wider from 225->235.

Added note, as I said above. I do not have camber plates, therefore my Front camber is -0.9 degrees (my alignment shop knocked the pins out). So going 245's will also not be possible without fender rubbing I believe, especially so with a 3mm spacer, pushing the wheels&tires out further towards my fender.
Edit:: My KW V1's has the car lowered pretty significantly (as pictured in the first post). I have to take that into account as well.

I just checked tirerack as well, and they don't offer a 235/35/18 in MPSS. -doh!-
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I do realize that increasing width also causes the profile to increase in height. But I did not realize a jump from 225/40 -> 235/40 would be that significant (0.6"+ as you said?).
Its not. The difference is 4mm which is about 0.15".
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If I were to get a set of rims that are squared at 17x8.5 +40 would I need a 5 mm spacer for the fronts? I too would like to try a square 235 setup rather than the stock 128 sport sizes of 215/40/18 and 245/35/18 (I think).
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If I were to get a set of rims that are squared at 17x8.5 +40 would I need a 5 mm spacer for the fronts? I too would like to try a square 235 setup rather than the stock 128 sport sizes of 215/40/18 and 245/35/18 (I think).
No spacer required. A 5mm spacer on a 40 offset gives you a 35 offset which is actually getting pretty aggressive and could cause you rubbing in the fender. You are better off with no spacer when running a 40 offset wheel up front and will definitely not have any rubbing on the strut side.
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No spacer required. A 5mm spacer on a 40 offset gives you a 35 offset which is actually getting pretty aggressive and could cause you rubbing in the fender. You are better off with no spacer when running a 40 offset wheel up front and will definitely not have any rubbing on the strut side.
Oh right. I was thinking the opposite way. Whoops. Sorry! So the 40 would already be pretty aggressive then? Hm. May have to rethink. Do you think I could run square 235 or would that rub the fender?
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