I just purchased by new exel ennios 18x8 (5 x 114.3) 45 offset. They weigh 18-20 lbs (per wheelmax) and set me back exactly $550. I'm looking to find some new tires now. I want bf goodrich g-force KDW2. The problem is they don't make those tires in 215 45R18. My options are 225 40R18 (28 lbs; $167) and 225 45R18 (25 lbs;$176). I would like to go with the 225 45R18 because of the 12 lbs of unsprung weight. Tirerack says the stock MS6 tires are 25 lbs.
My question: Can I go with 225 45R18 on an 8 inch rim with 45 offset? Will I have to roll the fenders? The tire calc says the 225 40R18 is 2.1% too fast and the 225 45R18 is 1.4% too slow. Someone help a brotha out here.
My question: Can I go with 225 45R18 on an 8 inch rim with 45 offset? Will I have to roll the fenders? The tire calc says the 225 40R18 is 2.1% too fast and the 225 45R18 is 1.4% too slow. Someone help a brotha out here.