Decided on wheels, tires and springs

[mazilla]

Originally Posted by SailDesign

THe 205/45s will be slightly shorter than the 50-series. The "45" is the height of the sidewalls as a percentage of the width, so the tires will be 5% (times two) of 205mm, so 20.5 (about 3/4" plus).
Advantages are slightly smaller diameter, so less rubbage, and a slightly stiffer sidewall for less distortion under hard cornering.

Disadvantages include road noise, rough ride, and greater risk of tire/rim damage from potholes.


I'd stick with the 50 series, I went 55 but it's a tad squishy so I run higher pressure. I have 1.6" drop up front and 1.8 in the rear(advertised drop anyways) and I'm 6'/250lbs and don't have any rubbing issues. I even loaded another 350lbs on top of my weight and went looking for bumpy spots on the freeway(@100mph) and still no rubbing.

BTW, those rims are sweet!