FL5 with stock height 265/35/18 vs 255/40/18

[Si Stuart]

In case anyone else needs further proof that 265/40/18 first without rubbing here's what it looks like with hankook ventus rs4 265/40/18 on Enkei t6r 18x9.5 5x120 +45

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[Zpeedster M]

For those guys running 18's what hub rings are you using?

 

[brvndon]

Got my tires mounted and balanced yesterday and then swapped the new set on:

18x9.5 et38 Volk CE-28N Plus Shining Bronze
265/40R18 Michelin Pilot Sport AS4

I’m very happy with the results. Having 35% more sidewall will be very beneficial on the crappy roads here, especially as we get into winter. I love the meaty tire look and the wheel finish is beautiful. They look almost black until the light hits them and then they bronze really lights up. I coated the wheels with Gyeon Q2 Rim EVO so hopefully that’ll help some with brake dust.

There is just a very slight amount of poke beyond the edge of the wheel well, maybe 2mm in front and 1mm in back but looks very flush overall. I’d maybe prefer a 40 offset to be perfectly flush but am very happy with the appearance. Ride quality is noticeably improved. I’ll have to get more seat time with them on, but I think it is going to make all suspension settings usable without being stiff and bouncy.

How has your setup been as are you on stock springs? I’m planning to do this exact same but with +45 CE28!

 

[KRUzer]

How has your setup been as are you on stock springs? I’m planning to do this exact same but with +45 CE28!

@John5880 the people demand answers!

 

[brvndon]

@John5880 the people demand answers!

I have the DE5 so different car but I’m on 18x9.5 +45, 265/40/18 dws06 on stock springs and they’re perfect for me. No rubs or anything

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