So I just bought a set of 19 oem with tires and going to pick it up Monday... The guys who had it used it for different cars so the tire weren't staggered... Both are 245 front and rear...it's it ok for my 06 coupe that way? Or is will it rub on sidewalls? Will it effect performance or handling in anyway? Plz help.. Thx

 

The 19" wheels are staggered on those coupes, so even if the tires are the same sizes, the wheels are different. You won't rub, and no, nothing will probably explode, but you would be better served to pony up some cash and purchase some staggered tires to properly fit the wheels.

The handling characteristics of the car will change too. I could be wrong (I don't claim to know everything) but most cars are staggered to reduce the feel of understeer on the cars and induce better handling.

 

^i partially agree


Staggered fitment actually not the best option for handling but ... Same size tires on different size (width) rims would probably look different but I have heard of it being done.... I'm sure it's safe if the tires are not to off from the original size... If you do it post some pics

 

You should be fine and on our cars, actually going to a non-staggered setup usually balances and improves the handling. I am currently running 245/35 18's on my AWD sedan with 8.5" wide fronts and 9.5" rear wheels. There is a slight stretch on the rear tires, but the AWD system doesn't even notice the difference and the car feels pretty neutral and good. It didn't effect anything negatively.

 

@ Buzz- I did some research on this topic, and it seems like the current school of thought is that staggered setups hinder performance. So it seems you are right. I don't know if that is definitely right, but it seems most agree it is. I guess staggered setups are more for appearance.

 

dont you run the risk of causing the vdc to react differently with different overall diameters?

 

You can run 245s front and rear without any issues! In fact you'll enjoy driving your G and it will feel more stable. I never understood why Nissan insisted on running staggered sizes?
Gary

 

Staggered is usually done to allow for more contact/traction on rwd vehicles (via a larger/wider tire) while keeping the center of the tires aligned front to rear. It is true that this is not always the best solution regarding handling but it can vary by vehicle. I learned this 20+ years ago at a BFGoodrich seminar.

* I would also bet that some companies use it partially for cosmetic reasons (which is not to imply this would be the only reason). It's obviously easier to change the rim offsets than to change the design/mechanics of the car.

** Of course Nissan may have all new logic behind their choice...?

Oh and I run non-staggered 20's and my handling has actually improved vs. my stocks.

Jason

 

I agree.

 

wow..good info...thks op..