Whats the advantages/disadvantages of running 265/275

benny90 · 05-20-2008, 03:37 PM

I'm pretty new to looking for wheels for my e90 and was wondering what the advantages and disadvantages of running either a 265/30/19 or a 275/30/19. These would be put on a 19x10 rim and would be on my car with the stock sport suspension with no drop. I'm also not looking to roll the fenders but definitely don't want any rubbing.

I'm considering a couple different types of rims, possibly the VMR V710, CSL reps, but leaning towards the Linea Corsa LM reps. The offsets that the LM reps have are +30 in the front and +37. I wouldn't mind running the 265 but they do look somewhat stretched out on the 10" wide rim and the lip looks like it sticks out a bit. I've searched around for some pics of these on a stock e90 and havn't found much, Sharagon's ride looks sick but he went with the M3 offset. If anyone can help me out on this it would be GREATLY appreciated

BuLoOoSki · 05-20-2008, 03:43 PM

get the 275, i dont see any disadvantage with getting the 275. theyll look better and grip better.
for a 10" definitely get the 275

lyjw88 · 05-20-2008, 04:12 PM

wider tires = better grip but decrease in acceleration.

HRC · 05-20-2008, 04:22 PM

Advantages for 265 = Closer to stock rolling diameter
Disadvantages for 265 = Less wide than 275? Duh!

Advantages for 275 = Wider than 265? Duh!
Disadvantages for 275 = Increased rolling resistance b/c of a larger OD.

Danny

benny90 · 05-20-2008, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by HRC

Advantages for 265 = Closer to stock rolling diameter
Disadvantages for 265 = Less wide than 275? Duh!

Advantages for 275 = Wider than 265? Duh!
Disadvantages for 275 = Increased rolling resistance b/c of a larger OD.

Danny

sounds like one of those books, "wheel diameters for dummies"

I was mostly wondering if the 275's would fit nicely without any rubbing and if acceleration differences, I'm guessing the differences are pretty minimal between the two?

scollins · 05-20-2008, 04:39 PM

With a 275 year, you should run a 245 front to keep the width difference the same as stock (225/255, 30mm difference.) That should keep the understeer at the same amount as stock. If you go with a 235/275 split, you'll increase the understeer.

I'm actually thinking of running 245/265 to decrease the understeer. Sure I'd rather have a 275 rear, but I can't imagine that I can squeeze a 255 up front without rubbing issues.....

Russell Mania · 05-20-2008, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by lyjw88

wider tires = better grip but decrease in acceleration.

there isnt necessarily a decrease in acceleration with wider tyres as other factors are relevant too..

benny90 · 05-20-2008, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by scollins

With a 275 year, you should run a 245 front to keep the width difference the same as stock (225/255, 30mm difference.) That should keep the understeer at the same amount as stock. If you go with a 235/275 split, you'll increase the understeer.

I'm actually thinking of running 245/265 to decrease the understeer. Sure I'd rather have a 275 rear, but I can't imagine that I can squeeze a 255 up front without rubbing issues.....

Yea, thats what I was afraid of. I guess I'll just have to see how the 265's look on the 19x10's and decide from there.

Boost Gomez · 05-21-2008, 06:10 PM

Go with 245/275. You need to use rubber for protection..

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BuLoOoSki Colonel 744 Rep 2,108 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kuwait iTrader: (9)	get the 275, i dont see any disadvantage with getting the 275. theyll look better and grip better. for a 10" definitely get the 275
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scollins Bootleggin' 'n Gunrunnin' 144 Rep 2,372 Posts Drives: 2024 X3 M40i Join Date: May 2007 Location: Renton, WA iTrader: (3)	With a 275 year, you should run a 245 front to keep the width difference the same as stock (225/255, 30mm difference.) That should keep the understeer at the same amount as stock. If you go with a 235/275 split, you'll increase the understeer. I'm actually thinking of running 245/265 to decrease the understeer. Sure I'd rather have a 275 rear, but I can't imagine that I can squeeze a 255 up front without rubbing issues..... __________________ Scott 2024 G01 X3 M40i, Brooklyn Grey Metallic /// 2015 F15 X5 35i, Space Gray Metallic, 99K miles /// 2013 F30 320xi, Mojave Metallic, 112k miles 2019 Ford F450 STX, Oxford White 2013 Ducati Multistrada Touring S, Red
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Boost Gomez Colonel 53 Rep 2,359 Posts Drives: C63 AMG Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Miami iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	Go with 245/275. You need to use rubber for protection..
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