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Originally Posted by WorldRallyB
I have some questions about a similar situation, I'm getting 18x8s. Cant decide if i should go 225/40s or 245/35s tires. Pros/Cons with each?
+rim protection
+grip
-handling
-steering responsiveness
-ride quality
Is this correct? What about just the 245s in the rear?
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What is the offset?
On an 8" wheel, I'd do 225's all around. A 245 would probably fit, but it'd be pinched. If you were doing 8.5" or 9" width, I'd do a 245. There's zero reason to run staggered tires on square wheels. If you want the back to come out a little to be flush with the fender, spacers work just fine.
The steering wheel will be a little heavier with 245's because it has more traction. Gas mileage will be a little worse, because you're moving a heavier tire. Ride quality depends on the tire itself, not the size. Going from the OEM Primacies to Pilot Super Sports in OEM size, ride quality suffered a lot because the sidewall is so much stiffer.
Why do you want wider tires? If you're putting down a lot of power or you're taking it to the track or you need more traction or if you just want huge fat tires to look cool, great. Just make sure you know what the tradeoffs are before you make your decision.