Tire question.... coils and 18x9.5r +35

98eksedan · Jul 4, 2012

I already have a set of xxr 962 18x9.5r 18x8.5f for my 99 sedan. My question is what tire size should i run? The rims were purchased with 245/40/18 rears and 225/40/18 fronts i already know that the rears are too big. I have a pair of 235/40/18 tires chillin in my backyard off a set of old rims i had. Has anybody used this size on the rear? My only other option is to purchase a pair of 215/45 or 215/40 for the front and move my 225s to the back. But i really dont have the extra cash atm. Any help would be appreciated.
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CleanWhiteHonda · Jul 4, 2012

I wouldn't even try the 235s unless your ready to do some serious fender work. I think your best bet would be to move the 225s to the back and buy some 215s for the front.

98eksedan · Jul 4, 2012

I was afraid of that....but i do own a grinder and hammer tho

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bdeitemeyer · Jul 5, 2012

If you're short on cash, I'd give the 235/40s a try...you may be surprised. I'd assume you'll be rolling the rears already anyways, and with that grinder you should have a good chance of eliminating most/all of the rubbing issues. Go for it man.

CleanWhiteHonda · Jul 5, 2012

Idk... 225s on a 9.5 are already decently hard to fit, 235s would be a chore... Definitely possible, just a chore

bdeitemeyer · Jul 5, 2012

Bottom line is if he wants to save money, he can make them fit.

98eksedan · Jul 5, 2012

thanks for the help, im going to throw the 235s on and see how they do. i will post some pics as soon as i get the tires mounted and wheels on the car