RFT - rears need changing.
06-19-2009, 07:37 AM
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Hey,
I'm looking to replace my rear RFT's (currently bridgestone 245/40R18 ) - but I'm thinking to change them over to bridgestones 255/40R18's -RE050 - will these fit on the my OEM M-tec wheels and would I be right in thinking this would increase grip? Would they rub at all? Any side effects other than Speedo change?
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I'm looking to replace my rear RFT's (currently bridgestone 245/40R18 ) - but I'm thinking to change them over to bridgestones 255/40R18's -RE050 - will these fit on the my OEM M-tec wheels and would I be right in thinking this would increase grip? Would they rub at all? Any side effects other than Speedo change?
Thanks.
06-19-2009, 03:47 PM
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I replaced my rears with non-RFTs and never looked back 
errr... ok, no pun intended there 
But trust me, you'll get better handling, better ride and MUCH less expensive tires. I tested the handling on some VERY challenging curves, so I am speaking from experience. I have the contis in the back now, but just about any pair of non RFTs will do.
I also do this trick: I over pump fronts and rear - RFT fronts to about 34psi, rears (non RFT) - 40psi. And it makes the car handle better. Take it or leave it, but this is the truth
errr... ok, no pun intended there But trust me, you'll get better handling, better ride and MUCH less expensive tires. I tested the handling on some VERY challenging curves, so I am speaking from experience. I have the contis in the back now, but just about any pair of non RFTs will do.I also do this trick: I over pump fronts and rear - RFT fronts to about 34psi, rears (non RFT) - 40psi. And it makes the car handle better. Take it or leave it, but this is the truth
06-19-2009, 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by v_therussian' post='917510' date='Jun 19 2009, 07:47 PM
I replaced my rears with non-RFTs and never looked back errr... ok, no pun intended there But trust me, you'll get better handling, better ride and MUCH less expensive tires. I tested the handling on some VERY challenging curves, so I am speaking from experience. I have the contis in the back now, but just about any pair of non RFTs will do.
I also do this trick: I over pump fronts and rear - RFT fronts to about 34psi, rears (non RFT) - 40psi. And it makes the car handle better. Take it or leave it, but this is the truth
errr... ok, no pun intended there But trust me, you'll get better handling, better ride and MUCH less expensive tires. I tested the handling on some VERY challenging curves, so I am speaking from experience. I have the contis in the back now, but just about any pair of non RFTs will do.I also do this trick: I over pump fronts and rear - RFT fronts to about 34psi, rears (non RFT) - 40psi. And it makes the car handle better. Take it or leave it, but this is the truth
06-20-2009, 08:29 AM
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See everyone seems to say that RFT are no good, but It doesn't seem to really bother me - maybe I've just been lucky?
My front tyres are nearly new, so replacing them isn't an option & I dont want to really get non-RFT since I don't want the extra weight of a spare wheel.
Like I said my current RFT are Goodyear NCR5 245/45/18Y and they've got even wear, good braking, grip can get a little light when its wet, which why im looking at other brands.
Is it worth changing the size to larger 255/40 or (45)?/18Y?
I've got an e90 at the moment whilst my car is the garage, which has bridgestones RTF BE050 on, but they ride very hard but do give good grip.
My front tyres are nearly new, so replacing them isn't an option & I dont want to really get non-RFT since I don't want the extra weight of a spare wheel.
Like I said my current RFT are Goodyear NCR5 245/45/18Y and they've got even wear, good braking, grip can get a little light when its wet, which why im looking at other brands.
Is it worth changing the size to larger 255/40 or (45)?/18Y?
I've got an e90 at the moment whilst my car is the garage, which has bridgestones RTF BE050 on, but they ride very hard but do give good grip.
06-21-2009, 10:41 AM
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I've been reading, and everyone seems to say take off the RFT's. So I'm considering it.
I'm now looking at the follow sets:
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric - NRFT
CONTINENTAL SPORT CONTACT 3 - NRFT
Goodyear Eagle F1 Super VSB - RFT
Please note that if I'm going with NRFT, my car will have 2 RFT on the front (I can change them around to the rear if needed).
Being in the UK Its nearly always wet here, so grip and road noise is my top preference, price doesn't really bother me.
Also should I just stick with the stock size 245/45/18 or go for bigger 255/40-45/18 for the new set.
I'm now looking at the follow sets:
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric - NRFT
CONTINENTAL SPORT CONTACT 3 - NRFT
Goodyear Eagle F1 Super VSB - RFT
Please note that if I'm going with NRFT, my car will have 2 RFT on the front (I can change them around to the rear if needed).
Being in the UK Its nearly always wet here, so grip and road noise is my top preference, price doesn't really bother me.
Also should I just stick with the stock size 245/45/18 or go for bigger 255/40-45/18 for the new set.
06-23-2009, 06:45 AM
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06-23-2009, 08:18 AM
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Originally Posted by h2009' post='918025' date='Jun 20 2009, 12:29 PM
See everyone seems to say that RFT are no good, but It doesn't seem to really bother me - maybe I've just been lucky?
My front tyres are nearly new, so replacing them isn't an option & I dont want to really get non-RFT since I don't want the extra weight of a spare wheel.
Like I said my current RFT are Goodyear NCR5 245/45/18Y and they've got even wear, good braking, grip can get a little light when its wet, which why im looking at other brands.
Is it worth changing the size to larger 255/40 or (45)?/18Y?
I've got an e90 at the moment whilst my car is the garage, which has bridgestones RTF BE050 on, but they ride very hard but do give good grip.
My front tyres are nearly new, so replacing them isn't an option & I dont want to really get non-RFT since I don't want the extra weight of a spare wheel.
Like I said my current RFT are Goodyear NCR5 245/45/18Y and they've got even wear, good braking, grip can get a little light when its wet, which why im looking at other brands.
Is it worth changing the size to larger 255/40 or (45)?/18Y?
I've got an e90 at the moment whilst my car is the garage, which has bridgestones RTF BE050 on, but they ride very hard but do give good grip.
Same here, I got the Dunlop RFT and the ride is pretty good, little bit of tire noise on rough surfaces, but grips great, slightly harsh on some bumps and road imperfections.