285/30-18 on 8" rim
04-22-2006, 09:46 PM
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285/30-18 on 8" rim
Some have successfully mounted 285/30-18s on stock 8" rim. Why isn't this the tire size of choice on a B-Stock RX8 ??? Seems like everyone is running 245s?
04-22-2006, 10:27 PM
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710s wont mount but Tim Pryor tried that 2 years ago with the Hoosier. The 285-30-18 A3S04 fit on the Stock rims but rubbed on the the rear.
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Originally Posted by dasto
Some have successfully mounted 285/30-18s on stock 8" rim. Why isn't this the tire size of choice on a B-Stock RX8 ??? Seems like everyone is running 245s?
I'm suprised you didn't see the 12 other threads about this before buying your tire.
I say cut your losses and buy an 18X9.5" rim asap... and kiss B Stock goodbye.
04-23-2006, 10:21 AM
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Contact patch is highly dependent on tire construction. 275 Hoosiers work well because of the their cantilevered sidewall. They just weren't as fast as 710s. But now with the A6 out we've got to relook at it. I've got a set on order. Should have some info after May 7th.
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Originally Posted by TeamRX8
LOL, I'd be inclined to test/run the 225/40 before the 275/35, but thats my whacky way ...
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