question, 45 series tires for 18x8's ??
 

Hello all, I have the Enkei RPM2 wheels in 18x8 size, I am currently running 40 series tires, the ride is a bit rough for my tastes, can I put a 45 series tire on these? Any suggestions for an all season tire in this size? I need a more comfortable ride but I would like to keep the 18's any suggestions on what to do? Thanks in advance

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

The tires are highly rated for its grip in dry and wet. However, I've heard that the sidewall is quite soft, so it wouldnt handle as well.


~limsandy

Sounds good, but will they fit? It seems that those aren't recommended for 18x8's

They'll fit fine. Don't worry.


~limsandy

Are you looking for the 245's? A lot more choice there than in the 225 or 235 sizes. Your max looks pretty good and it has pretty much the same setup I am considering. A "soft" sidewall would probably help out with the ride quality as well I would think...

How soon are you putting on the new tires so I can hear your thoughts on the ride difference, handling, etc.?

Good luck with it...

Yeah 235 would be fine too, I am not sure about the 225 since these are 18x8's, I will probably get what ever is rated high and is all weather. Thanks for the info.

the only A/S tire I have seen (so far) in 235/45-18 are Michelin grand-touring tires, but there are half a dozen 245/45-18 A/S tires in various perfromance ratings...

those sizes should fit... i have 255/45R18 tires on mine right now which is bigger and any of those your looking at.