Will this tyre sizing be advisable?

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Feb 26, 2008 | 05:55 AM

scrappydoo

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Will this tyre sizing be advisable?

hi guys,

ok my Advan Rs rims are 18 x 8.5. My current R888 tyres on them atm are in 235/40 ZR18 sizing. Is it advisable to fit 225/40 R18 on there and will it affect the handling in ANY way?

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Feb 26, 2008 | 08:41 PM

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From: Slowly rebuilding the kit of bits into a car...

Unless you are the STIG !
I doubt you will notice, unless right on the ragged edge at a track near you....

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Feb 27, 2008 | 01:23 AM

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lol..cheers mate but i really wanted to know if it would affect the control of my car (good or bad) more or less roll etc??

Feb 27, 2008 | 07:29 PM

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From: Slowly rebuilding the kit of bits into a car...

If you stretch a narrower tyre the sidewalls are stiffer, so less roll.
A (much) wider tyre would leave the sidewalls soft and fabby.... in general terms.
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Feb 27, 2008 | 08:06 PM

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Not sure if this helps but I have 225/35/18 on My Work Emotions 18x7.5, your wheels are a other inch wider so I would say they would be stretched quite alot.