Tires options for Enkei RPF1
I recently ordered a set of Enkei RPF1 wheels (18"x9.5"), and I'm looking for some opinions on what tire I should pair them with.
I live in the Seattle area which means that I am pretty much always driving in rain. I currently run Toyo T1-R 245/40/18 on stock rims, and I think they're pretty damn good (at least back when they had tread left). When I switched from the stock potenzas (225/45/18) to the toyos (245/40/18), turn in was affected a bit, and the ride felt a bit mushy (probably due to the softer sidewall). I've gotten really used to these tires now, but I'm wondering if there is room for improvement without sacrificing wet-grip performance. Are there other tires you all recommend? How does the extra 1.5 inches in wheel width affect handling? My suspension is stock, and from what I've read 275s will not rub. Will turn in get even worse if I go with the 275? I've read that tramlining will increase and MPG will suffer, but I don't care much about those. These are the size options I am considering: 245/40/18 255/40/18 275/35/18 I would like to hear your opinions in regards to tire model, tire size, and overall handling. Thanks, -jc |
265/35R18
Falken Azenis RT-615 or FK-452 Bridgestone Potenza S03 or RE750 |
I Have these wheels with Falken RT-615s 275/35-18
Originally Posted by ~)(
Are there other tires you all recommend? How does the extra 1.5 inches in wheel width affect handling?
My suspension is stock, and from what I've read 275s will not rub. Will turn in get even worse if I go with the 275? I've read that tramlining will increase and MPG will suffer, but I don't care much about those. I would like to hear your opinions in regards to tire model, tire size, and overall handling. |
I used to have Bridgestone Potenza SO3's on my Lexus. Great when the pavement was dry. Terrible in the wet. And this was in Southern California. I would skip them if you plan on driving in the rain.
I'm running Falken Ziex 512's now. Better in the wet, but not as good at the S03's when dry. |
275 all around is too wide!
either 255 all around or 245 front and 275 rear! go with FK 615 or FK 452, the TOYO T1-R are not bad either! |
Originally Posted by c41250n
275 all around is too wide!
either 255 all around or 245 front and 275 rear! I run 275/35 at all four corners on the RP-F1s with Tein Flex coilovers lowered 1" up front and .75" in the rear. I have tracked the car on this setup and experienced zero rubbing. Currently have the Kumho MX tires...I thought about getting the Falken 615 but was worried based on the tread pattern about wet weather driving. I have no regrets getting the MX tires, they've been great, but I think next time I will go with the 615 or equivalent from Falken... |
Originally Posted by c41250n
275 all around is too wide!
either 255 all around or 245 front and 275 rear! ________ Vaporizer Comparison |
Originally Posted by Red Devil
I run 275/35 at all four corners on the RP-F1s with Tein Flex coilovers lowered 1" up front and .75" in the rear. I have tracked the car on this setup and experienced zero rubbing.
Where's a good place to pick up a set of Falken RT-615s? -jc |
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265/35-18 Yokohama Advan Neova AD07, cannot be used below 20 degF though
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Originally Posted by TeamRX8
265/35-18 Yokohama Advan Neova AD07, cannot be used below 20 degF though
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Originally Posted by PUR NRG
Wimp. :) Why not the 285's?
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Originally Posted by StrokerAce
Not for STU
yep, 275 is the max width allowed for STU. I would much rather run 285/30-18 on all four corners if it was allowed. The 265/35-18 AD07 has a wider treadface and is shorter than any of the 275/35 street tires |
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