255/275/35/19 on OEM 19"??? ----- Perfect!!!
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From: zʇǝuɹǝʇuı ɹn uı
Originally Posted by redlude97
Excess heat leads to premature tire failure. Period. At which point this occurs is not concrete. The tire could last 20k instead of 30k, or 5k. No one knows for sure because many factors are at play.
*I agree*
People running stretched tires make up less than 1% of the automotive population, using that as your basis is hardly a reasonable conclusion.
*That might be true but what percentage of those people have had tire failure due to them stretching the tires?*
Show me exactly where that has been stated in this thread. So what is your recommendation? Do whatever you like and ignore all other recommendations, especially from the experts?
*I agree*
People running stretched tires make up less than 1% of the automotive population, using that as your basis is hardly a reasonable conclusion.
*That might be true but what percentage of those people have had tire failure due to them stretching the tires?*
Show me exactly where that has been stated in this thread. So what is your recommendation? Do whatever you like and ignore all other recommendations, especially from the experts?
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From: zʇǝuɹǝʇuı ɹn uı
Originally Posted by Jeff92se
I don't believe anyone said that. At least Redlude97 and I didn't. IMHO it falls in the same category as these:
1) I never saw an instance where running 3-4 lugs vs 5 resulted in an accident. Therefore must be okay.
2) I never saw an instance where changing your oil at 10,000 miles (something other than MB/BMW) and the engine failed. Therefore it's fine.
3) I never saw an instance where keeping your old moisture ridden brake fluid resulted in brake failure. Therefore it's fine.
I think we all agree, when you go outside the maker's recommendations, the RISK of something bad happening goes up. The further outside the recommendations you go, the higher the risk. (goes for tires that are stretched too). I think the risk vs benefit is not worth it. Especially considering why one would do these things. If you want more tire on a given rim, I assume you want more traction for the track/dragstrip. This puts the wheel/tire into the stresses that increase the risk of failure of some sort.
Put it this way, I really haven't seen legitimate race cars either stretch or buldge a tire on a wheel. I would assume they know what they are doing much better than any of us.
1) I never saw an instance where running 3-4 lugs vs 5 resulted in an accident. Therefore must be okay.
2) I never saw an instance where changing your oil at 10,000 miles (something other than MB/BMW) and the engine failed. Therefore it's fine.
3) I never saw an instance where keeping your old moisture ridden brake fluid resulted in brake failure. Therefore it's fine.
I think we all agree, when you go outside the maker's recommendations, the RISK of something bad happening goes up. The further outside the recommendations you go, the higher the risk. (goes for tires that are stretched too). I think the risk vs benefit is not worth it. Especially considering why one would do these things. If you want more tire on a given rim, I assume you want more traction for the track/dragstrip. This puts the wheel/tire into the stresses that increase the risk of failure of some sort.
Put it this way, I really haven't seen legitimate race cars either stretch or buldge a tire on a wheel. I would assume they know what they are doing much better than any of us.
Regarding numbers 1,2 and 3
wheel stud:
http://metallurgist.com/html/LugNutFailure.htm
engine oil:
not changing oil on time leads to sludge and sludge leads to engine failure
example:
http://www.carcomplaints.com/Chrysle..._failure.shtml
moisture in brakes example:
http://www.pritzkerlaw.com/bus-recalls/
Originally Posted by Calcvictim
I completely agree with your post, as far as risk versus reward that is subjective and everyone will have an opinion.
Regarding numbers 1,2 and 3
wheel stud:
http://metallurgist.com/html/LugNutFailure.htm
Regarding numbers 1,2 and 3
wheel stud:
http://metallurgist.com/html/LugNutFailure.htm
engine oil:
not changing oil on time leads to sludge and sludge leads to engine failure
example:
http://www.carcomplaints.com/Chrysle..._failure.shtml
not changing oil on time leads to sludge and sludge leads to engine failure
example:
http://www.carcomplaints.com/Chrysle..._failure.shtml
This was a failure in design of the engine
moisture in brakes example:
http://www.pritzkerlaw.com/bus-recalls/
http://www.pritzkerlaw.com/bus-recalls/
Moisture in the AIR brake system. Diff system in our brake systems.
Originally Posted by Calcvictim
not a fact: "if you run 275 on a 8.5" rim your tires will fail"
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ok..after all this stuff 245-40-19 on front and what size on rear ???? my wife has marked up every lip on all four rims an i need to repair all and put on some rubber that sticks out past the rim...just like american cars
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I Just Went To Tire Rack.com And Plugged In 07 G35 Coupe W/ Performance Susp. Then Clicked On Alternate Sizes For O.e.19 Inch Rims And 245-35-19 Front 275-35-19 Rear Shows Up So What Gives???
Originally Posted by OU812G350
I Just Went To Tire Rack.com And Plugged In 07 G35 Coupe W/ Performance Susp. Then Clicked On Alternate Sizes For O.e.19 Inch Rims And 245-35-19 Front 275-35-19 Rear Shows Up So What Gives???
"The optional sizes listed above are found to fit most vehicles when using proper wheels. General vehicle condition, vehicle and wheel application can affect proper tire fitment. Optional sizes should be carefully tested on a vehicle and clearances with the body work and suspension should be checked prior to driving on a tire. Failure to do so can cause damage to the vehicle and/or sudden tire failure due to tire damage caused by contact with the vehicle."
I bolded the important statement.
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anyone who doesnt do this for "safety reasons" obviously has a ram up their *** cause these tires are amazing and the traction is SICK and the look is SUPER agressive.
cmon people, ive got 12000 miles of stip and street and they are wearing amazingly and ive had 0 problems. if you wanna judge go for it, but this setup is the ****!
cmon people, ive got 12000 miles of stip and street and they are wearing amazingly and ive had 0 problems. if you wanna judge go for it, but this setup is the ****!
anyone who doesnt do this for "safety reasons" obviously has a ram up their *** cause these tires are amazing and the traction is SICK and the look is SUPER agressive.
cmon people, ive got 12000 miles of stip and street and they are wearing amazingly and ive had 0 problems. if you wanna judge go for it, but this setup is the ****!
cmon people, ive got 12000 miles of stip and street and they are wearing amazingly and ive had 0 problems. if you wanna judge go for it, but this setup is the ****!
`i have a question for stock 19s on the 2006G35C,.
The original sizes are 225/40/19 front and 245/40/19 rear
When going slightly wider, my searches show that some recommend 245/35/19 front and 255/35/19 rear
is it possible to keep a thicker wall height (to avoid pothole damage)
and have the following tires 245/40/19 front and 255/40/19 rear fit the OEM 19s ???
The original sizes are 225/40/19 front and 245/40/19 rear
When going slightly wider, my searches show that some recommend 245/35/19 front and 255/35/19 rear
is it possible to keep a thicker wall height (to avoid pothole damage)
and have the following tires 245/40/19 front and 255/40/19 rear fit the OEM 19s ???
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Bumping for 10k on my new set of 245/275/35/19 continental extremecontact DWS's.
These tires do sit a bit wider than the KDW's or the toyo t1r's, the tire is just a 3/4" wider tire than the others. they stick out about 1/4" from the rim on the outside and about 1/2" on the inside.
Traction is amazing, winter driving is stellar, they are silent, could not be happier with my choice of tire this time around. Street and strip and autocross, got about 10k on the tires, looking like i will get about 38-40k out of them.
I love my 275/35 rears, and i have over 40k on that setup, not one person will convince me that this is not an acceptable setup for our cars. Am i taking a risk? Sure, but fitting a 225 on an 11" wheel is much more unsafe than this, id rather have too much tire than not enough.
The compliments and quotes about the stance and look of my car are worth the risk, and i dont even see the problem with running a tire at this width AT ALL.
These tires do sit a bit wider than the KDW's or the toyo t1r's, the tire is just a 3/4" wider tire than the others. they stick out about 1/4" from the rim on the outside and about 1/2" on the inside.
Traction is amazing, winter driving is stellar, they are silent, could not be happier with my choice of tire this time around. Street and strip and autocross, got about 10k on the tires, looking like i will get about 38-40k out of them.
I love my 275/35 rears, and i have over 40k on that setup, not one person will convince me that this is not an acceptable setup for our cars. Am i taking a risk? Sure, but fitting a 225 on an 11" wheel is much more unsafe than this, id rather have too much tire than not enough.
The compliments and quotes about the stance and look of my car are worth the risk, and i dont even see the problem with running a tire at this width AT ALL.
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Bumping for 10k on my new set of 245/275/35/19 continental extremecontact DWS's.
These tires do sit a bit wider than the KDW's or the toyo t1r's, the tire is just a 3/4" wider tire than the others. they stick out about 1/4" from the rim on the outside and about 1/2" on the inside.
Traction is amazing, winter driving is stellar, they are silent, could not be happier with my choice of tire this time around. Street and strip and autocross, got about 10k on the tires, looking like i will get about 38-40k out of them.
I love my 275/35 rears, and i have over 40k on that setup, not one person will convince me that this is not an acceptable setup for our cars. Am i taking a risk? Sure, but fitting a 225 on an 11" wheel is much more unsafe than this, id rather have too much tire than not enough.
The compliments and quotes about the stance and look of my car are worth the risk, and i dont even see the problem with running a tire at this width AT ALL.
These tires do sit a bit wider than the KDW's or the toyo t1r's, the tire is just a 3/4" wider tire than the others. they stick out about 1/4" from the rim on the outside and about 1/2" on the inside.
Traction is amazing, winter driving is stellar, they are silent, could not be happier with my choice of tire this time around. Street and strip and autocross, got about 10k on the tires, looking like i will get about 38-40k out of them.
I love my 275/35 rears, and i have over 40k on that setup, not one person will convince me that this is not an acceptable setup for our cars. Am i taking a risk? Sure, but fitting a 225 on an 11" wheel is much more unsafe than this, id rather have too much tire than not enough.
The compliments and quotes about the stance and look of my car are worth the risk, and i dont even see the problem with running a tire at this width AT ALL.