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      05-20-2008, 02:37 PM   #1
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Question Whats the advantages/disadvantages of running 265/275

I'm pretty new to looking for wheels for my e90 and was wondering what the advantages and disadvantages of running either a 265/30/19 or a 275/30/19. These would be put on a 19x10 rim and would be on my car with the stock sport suspension with no drop. I'm also not looking to roll the fenders but definitely don't want any rubbing.

I'm considering a couple different types of rims, possibly the VMR V710, CSL reps, but leaning towards the Linea Corsa LM reps. The offsets that the LM reps have are +30 in the front and +37. I wouldn't mind running the 265 but they do look somewhat stretched out on the 10" wide rim and the lip looks like it sticks out a bit. I've searched around for some pics of these on a stock e90 and havn't found much, Sharagon's ride looks sick but he went with the M3 offset. If anyone can help me out on this it would be GREATLY appreciated
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get the 275, i dont see any disadvantage with getting the 275. theyll look better and grip better.
for a 10" definitely get the 275
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wider tires = better grip but decrease in acceleration.
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Advantages for 265 = Closer to stock rolling diameter
Disadvantages for 265 = Less wide than 275? Duh!

Advantages for 275 = Wider than 265? Duh!
Disadvantages for 275 = Increased rolling resistance b/c of a larger OD.

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Advantages for 265 = Closer to stock rolling diameter
Disadvantages for 265 = Less wide than 275? Duh!

Advantages for 275 = Wider than 265? Duh!
Disadvantages for 275 = Increased rolling resistance b/c of a larger OD.

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sounds like one of those books, "wheel diameters for dummies"

I was mostly wondering if the 275's would fit nicely without any rubbing and if acceleration differences, I'm guessing the differences are pretty minimal between the two?
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With a 275 year, you should run a 245 front to keep the width difference the same as stock (225/255, 30mm difference.) That should keep the understeer at the same amount as stock. If you go with a 235/275 split, you'll increase the understeer.

I'm actually thinking of running 245/265 to decrease the understeer. Sure I'd rather have a 275 rear, but I can't imagine that I can squeeze a 255 up front without rubbing issues.....
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wider tires = better grip but decrease in acceleration.
there isnt necessarily a decrease in acceleration with wider tyres as other factors are relevant too..
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With a 275 year, you should run a 245 front to keep the width difference the same as stock (225/255, 30mm difference.) That should keep the understeer at the same amount as stock. If you go with a 235/275 split, you'll increase the understeer.

I'm actually thinking of running 245/265 to decrease the understeer. Sure I'd rather have a 275 rear, but I can't imagine that I can squeeze a 255 up front without rubbing issues.....
Yea, thats what I was afraid of. I guess I'll just have to see how the 265's look on the 19x10's and decide from there.
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Go with 245/275. You need to use rubber for protection..
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