Tire size question?
05-17-2006, 06:53 AM
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Would a set of 245/50 18's fit on the stock 545 sport 18 rims? I know the rims are staggered but i'm looking to put a srt of snows on them. Thanks in advance guys.
05-17-2006, 07:28 AM
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they would take out your rolling radius and circumference, hence making your speedo inaccurate and i weren't too confident on handling issues, too. Especially with a staggered wheel setup.
They would mechanically fit, but I would definitely advise against it.
They would mechanically fit, but I would definitely advise against it.
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I would not think so ... those tires are almost 2 inches bigger in diameter than stock (25.7" vs 27.6").
I put snow tires on my staggered sport rims too: 245/40 front and 255/40 rear. Works out fine for the fitment.
I put snow tires on my staggered sport rims too: 245/40 front and 255/40 rear. Works out fine for the fitment.
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I agree that 245/5R18 would be too tall. I would also advise against it. Here's a good tire calculator to show the height difference.
02-26-2007, 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by ScorpioBMW1' post='283629' date='May 17 2006, 09:53 AM
Would a set of 245/50 18's fit on the stock 545 sport 18 rims? I know the rims are staggered but i'm looking to put a srt of snows on them. Thanks in advance guys.
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