Different tyre sizes

[monkey636]

Morning all,

Now i'm pretty sure in the whole tyre scheme of things this has not been discussed, but i'm looking at getting the following sizes:

Front: 215/35-18

Rear 255/35-18

This if my predictions are correct should improve handling somewhat on track coupled with tyres with stiffer side walls and more surface area

The rear according to tyre caculator things on the next are 2.6% out - to be honest I don't care about the speedo but I do care about fitment. I know the rims can handle 215/40 and 255/40, but i'm not sure what dropping the profile from 40 to 35 actually does in terms of sizing?

Charlie.

 

[Jamesv6]

Have sent a nudge to Ali about this post.

 

[TRW1]

No problem with these sizes.
I used to run 255/35/18 and 215/40/18 on my Mk1 as these were nearest to standard for overall diameter.
KTec sold wheel/tyre sets with your chosen 255/35/18 , 215/35/18.

 

[monkey636]

Perfect, thanks!

 

[phillv6]

Perfect, thanks!

Once you get them fitted please report back on what you think as it's always interesting to know how alternative sizes feel [smilie=icon_cheers.gif]

Phill