Factory Rims on 235/40 18 for Winter?

SonicSun · 10-27-2009, 11:28 AM

Is it possible to use factory rims and mount 235/40 18 all around with Bridgestone Blizzak in Winter without any modifications?

mpukas · 10-29-2009, 10:24 AM

I've heard conflicting reports that 235's will and will not work on the 7.5" fronts. I think it depends on the actual tire. Generally, though a 7.5" rim will handle up to a 225. I've learned the hard way that 255/40's WILL NOT work on the rear - the tire is too tall. 245/40's will not work either. Not sure about 235/40 - you'd have to compare the outside tire diameter dimensions. There are people who run 225/40's all around on the stock 7.5/8.5's.

10-27-2009, 11:28 AM	#1
SonicSun Enlisted Member 2 Rep 30 Posts Drives: 135i Coupe Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	Factory Rims on 235/40 18 for Winter? Is it possible to use factory rims and mount 235/40 18 all around with Bridgestone Blizzak in Winter without any modifications?
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10-29-2009, 10:24 AM	#2
mpukas Private 7 Rep 64 Posts Drives: 2008 X5 4.8i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gypsum iTrader: (0)	I've heard conflicting reports that 235's will and will not work on the 7.5" fronts. I think it depends on the actual tire. Generally, though a 7.5" rim will handle up to a 225. I've learned the hard way that 255/40's WILL NOT work on the rear - the tire is too tall. 245/40's will not work either. Not sure about 235/40 - you'd have to compare the outside tire diameter dimensions. There are people who run 225/40's all around on the stock 7.5/8.5's. __________________ Actaully, it doesn't feel like a pair of turbo's; It feels like a pair of testes! Big meaty ones!!!
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