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Morning all, i need to get two new rear tyres for my rev2 as there are approching the limit but im currently using 235/40/17 but if i swap over to the 245 do i still need it to be 40/17 or would i be able to go 245/45/17? i have read a few of the other topics about this but just want to make sure, i have 8j rears oh and et40 if that helps at all? and the car hasnt been lowered

Thanks Ashley

and my fronts are 215/40/17 (should you need to know what they are)

I'd stick with 245/40/R17's if it were me. Keeps the speedo almost correct and cheaper rubber. Not that you should skimp on it of course, but like for like it's cheaper. 245 on an 8J rim does seem a little narrow for the rim IMHO though..

HM

Howlin_Mad wrote:I'd stick with 245/40/R17's if it were me. Keeps the speedo almost correct and cheaper rubber. Not that you should skimp on it of course, but like for like it's cheaper. 245 on an 8J rim does seem a little narrow for the rim IMHO though..

HM

What would you suggest having on a 8j then if you think it's a little narrow? As I have 235 at the moment I didn't think I could go wider than 245?

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And I'm looking for hankook , kumho or Yokohama all year round tyres

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Gizmo_101 wrote:

Howlin_Mad wrote:I'd stick with 245/40/R17's if it were me. Keeps the speedo almost correct and cheaper rubber. Not that you should skimp on it of course, but like for like it's cheaper. 245 on an 8J rim does seem a little narrow for the rim IMHO though..

HM

What would you suggest having on a 8j then if you think it's a little narrow? As I have 235 at the moment I didn't think I could go wider than 245?

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TBH 225 are perfect for an 8J wheel. I wouldn't even contemplate anything more than 245. See here:

http://www.brick-yard.co.uk/forum/tyre- ... 60146.html

But you have to remember, more rubber (width) is not better. You are not driving a drag car and you need sidewall stability and the best way to lay down your power per sq inch. An all year round tyre would be better being a 225. Just my opinion.

HM

Oh ok thanks for all the help and info there mate I'll have a think and order some tyres later tonight,
Thanks again

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I think you would be better having 235/40/17 on the rear with 215/40/17 up front. Keeps the near perfect 20mm staggered tyre set up front to rear.

30mm is better staggered set up. I have run both and 20mm is pretty good.

Yeah I ordered the kumho ku39's in the end with the 235/40/17 so they will be getting fitted on Thursday when they arrive thanks for the advice guys much appreciated

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245/40R17 on an 8J is fine. Check the fitment guide for the tyre you're planning on using - most manufacturers publish a guide document with a list of all tyre sizes and suggested wheel widths.