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Can I run a 40 series tire on my 19" setup?

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Old 05-26-10, 09:20 AM
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Default Can I run a 40 series tire on my 19" setup?

I have searched and couldnt find any pictures of running a 40 series tire on a 19" setup. It seems 35 series tire is the norm and what works. I have 19x9 and 19x10 euroline sl's, my final offset will be around the mid 20's once spaced out maybe more maybe less, fronts will be rolled and rears shaved. Car will be on coilovers. I was thinking of running a 225 40 front and a 245 40 rear for more side wall. Will this be too much sidewall and should I go with a 35 series? I am thinking the 40 in the front might swiss cheese of the fender liners.
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I would probably go 255/35 for the rears like the IS-F or 245/35 if you're going for the stretch look.
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don't attempt to run 225/40 on a 19x9. Unless you have pulled fenders you will have fun making u-turns. I wouldn't consider 40 series tires unless you are at 9.5/10.5 or wider.
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Keep in mind sidewall is relative to tread width. Also what fits depends on if your car is lowered, how low, and wheel specs (backspacing and width).

Also what look you are going for: Stretch, normal, wide, donk .
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sure u can run 40s...but only with a minimal drop.
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