Fitting R-S3s onto OE Wheels

Kgolf31 · 04-29-2011, 09:32 PM

Ok Guys,

I just picked up an extra set of OE wheels (18x8 and 18x9). These are going to be strictly my Autocrossing and Track Wheels.

I want to mount Hankook R-S3 tires on them. Don't tell me to get another tire...I'm not taking any suggestions.

Tirerack only shows tires at 225/40/18 and 255/35/18.

Of course, the sidewall ratings aren't correct (OE specs are 225/45/18 and 255/40/18). I was also considering going 235/40/18 or 245/40/18 and 265/35/18. That'll be closer to OE spec and I get more tire.

Would I rub with a 245/265 set-up?

So question is...Is there anything wrong with mounting these tires and running them? They will be driven on a Max of 1 hour to events and back...then removed afterwards.

Thanks,

Kyle

Kgolf31 · 04-30-2011, 03:08 PM

Bump. I need to order some tires

cmark8 · 04-30-2011, 08:10 PM

I don't think you'll rub with a 245/265 setup. RS3s are really nice! I currently run 265/275 but with a different set of wheels (front offset is similar though).

Daemonblitz · 04-30-2011, 08:13 PM

I was seriously considering the RS-3s, they look so aggressive, and the are receiving pretty decent ratings.

I would get 245/40R18 and 275/35R18 (They have them in both those sizes).

They will look nice and fat on the OE wheels, and won't rub.

Kgolf31 · 04-30-2011, 08:18 PM

Thanks for re-assuring me that they won't rub. I didn't know if the specs on the front would allow a 245 tire...but Hankook says they'll fit on a 8"-9.5"

007MCoupe · 09-12-2011, 10:49 PM

Any word on these tires? How do they perform? Have you driven them in wet conditions at all?

Kgolf31 · 09-12-2011, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 007MCoupe

Any word on these tires? How do they perform? Have you driven them in wet conditions at all?

I placed a order for 235/265 tires just this week. I wasnt in a rush to order them since my car is now in storage (I'm in school now).

I won't be able to tell you how I like them until next season comes around

007MCoupe · 09-13-2011, 01:17 AM

cool, was just curious. I'll probably get these and try them out once i run teh V12s down. Thanks!

BTM · 09-14-2011, 11:04 AM

Tirerack always defaults to OE sizes...you can just hit "select another size." With stock fenders/lining, most have confirmed that 245/40 275/35 is as big as you can go on 224M's

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Kgolf31 Brigadier General 461 Rep 4,531 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC, 2012 128i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio iTrader: (4)	Fitting R-S3s onto OE Wheels Ok Guys, I just picked up an extra set of OE wheels (18x8 and 18x9). These are going to be strictly my Autocrossing and Track Wheels. I want to mount Hankook R-S3 tires on them. Don't tell me to get another tire...I'm not taking any suggestions. Tirerack only shows tires at 225/40/18 and 255/35/18. Of course, the sidewall ratings aren't correct (OE specs are 225/45/18 and 255/40/18). I was also considering going 235/40/18 or 245/40/18 and 265/35/18. That'll be closer to OE spec and I get more tire. Would I rub with a 245/265 set-up? So question is...Is there anything wrong with mounting these tires and running them? They will be driven on a Max of 1 hour to events and back...then removed afterwards. Thanks, Kyle Last edited by Kgolf31; 04-30-2011 at 11:24 AM..
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cmark8 M52, M62TU, S50US, S54, S65 75 Rep 569 Posts Drives: E90 M3 6MT, E36 Touring MT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: +5511 iTrader: (11)	I don't think you'll rub with a 245/265 setup. RS3s are really nice! I currently run 265/275 but with a different set of wheels (front offset is similar though). __________________ 1995 E36 M3 USA / 2002 E46 M3 SMG / 2008 E90 M3 6MT 1996 E36 328i Touring 5MT / 1998 E36 323Ti M Sport 5MT 2002 E39 540i Protection
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Kgolf31 Brigadier General 461 Rep 4,531 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC, 2012 128i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio iTrader: (4)	Thanks for re-assuring me that they won't rub. I didn't know if the specs on the front would allow a 245 tire...but Hankook says they'll fit on a 8"-9.5"
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007MCoupe Lieutenant Colonel 94 Rep 1,546 Posts Drives: '18 Sakhir M3 ZCP Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: ( ///// ) iTrader: (5)	Any word on these tires? How do they perform? Have you driven them in wet conditions at all? __________________ Become a ///Member!
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007MCoupe Lieutenant Colonel 94 Rep 1,546 Posts Drives: '18 Sakhir M3 ZCP Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: ( ///// ) iTrader: (5)	cool, was just curious. I'll probably get these and try them out once i run teh V12s down. Thanks! __________________ Become a ///Member!
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BTM Banned 485 Rep 10,309 Posts Drives: A///MERICAN!!! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: A///MERICA!!! iTrader: (11) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 M Coupe [7.20]	Tirerack always defaults to OE sizes...you can just hit "select another size." With stock fenders/lining, most have confirmed that 245/40 275/35 is as big as you can go on 224M's
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