Stock rims-"which tire's size is the best for contact patch and agressive look??

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Jun 22, 2011 | 06:26 PM

Wtevez

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Stock rims-"which tire's size is the best for contact patch and agressive look??

I'm looking for the best size tire for my 06 rx8 ...I have stock rims ...i need rear tires ...I want a aggressive look but without compromising contact patch performance ....can anyone help me !!!!

Jun 22, 2011 | 06:32 PM

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245/40-18

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Jun 22, 2011 | 06:45 PM

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Yeah ???

Jun 22, 2011 | 07:12 PM

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Agressive look ???

Jun 23, 2011 | 12:47 AM

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They have reviews and customer comments. Check it out.

Jun 23, 2011 | 02:06 AM

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^ Tire size, as mean width and series... Shut up.

OP, stop posting. Thread was answered by rickeo.

Jun 23, 2011 | 06:46 AM

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245x40x18 Toyo T1R Done

Jun 23, 2011 | 09:42 AM

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I'd go with some R888's or RA1's if I were you.

Jun 23, 2011 | 09:48 AM

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hello
My stock size tyre is 225/45-18 and i want to put 235/40-18 will it be a problem..

Jun 23, 2011 | 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by se3p_s

hello
My stock size tyre is 225/45-18 and i want to put 235/40-18 will it be a problem..

They will be shorter than stock and there aren't that many tires in that size. You'd be better going with a 245/40/18.

R888, RA1's, and Michelin Pilot Sport Cups all come in 245/40 just fyi.