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Old 09-16-18, 11:39 PM
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Hi all,

Just got new Vossens! Offset is +32. What would be the best tire size all around for these rims? CARID recommends 225/35/19 for all four, but is that too narrow?

On stock suspension and looking to keep all four tire sizes the same so I can rotate them.

Open to any thoughts/recommendations!

Edit: Just did some research and noticed that square setup is not good for RWD. Do you guys think 19x10 +42 would be good for the rear? Looking to go with this as my setup: 19x8.5 +32(235-35) and 19x10 +42(265-30)

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Originally Posted by monoglot
Hi all,

Just got new Vossens! Offset is +32. What would be the best tire size all around for these rims? CARID recommends 225/35/19 for all four, but is that too narrow?

On stock suspension and looking to keep all four tire sizes the same so I can rotate them.

Open to any thoughts/recommendations!

Edit: Just did some research and noticed that square setup is not good for RWD. Do you guys think 19x10 +42 would be good for the rear? Looking to go with this as my setup: 19x8.5 +32(235-35) and 19x10 +42(265-30)
I have that exact setup on my 15 AWD with RSR downs. No issues whatsoever.
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Originally Posted by Napalvr

I have that exact setup on my 15 AWD with RSR downs. No issues whatsoever.
Is there any rubbing when you have a full load (4 passengers)? Also that's a 1 inch drop right?
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235/35 and 265/30 will probably be the best fitment you'll find for those size wheels.

19x10 +42 is pretty common offset range for the rear

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Originally Posted by monoglot
Is there any rubbing when you have a full load (4 passengers)? Also that's a 1 inch drop right?
I rarely have a full load in my car but have never rubbed.

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I have 235/35/19 with +42 squared. It rubs slightly it front turning while on an incline, but I’m on Super Downs. It’s be perfect on downs or half’s
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I'm running 19 x 8.5 +35, 235/35/19 squared. RWD, lowered on FSPORT shocks/springs. No rubs at at all, but then again, suspension is only a mild drop lol.
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I'm running on 19x8.5 +35, 235/35/19, squared setup, never lowered and never rubbed even on full turn of the steering wheel, going up multi-storey car parks. Thinking of going to 245/35/19 on my next set of tires for more sidewall.
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