Aug 5, 2007 | 11:09 AM
  #1  
Hey guys will a 245/45 18 ft on the back of the c55?
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Aug 5, 2007 | 12:03 PM
  #2  
Quote: Hey guys will a 245/45 18 ft on the back of the c55?
I dont think you should run a 45 with 18 in the back,

if you want to run 18, run 255 or 265 40/18.

because on the 17s, its 245/45/17.
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Aug 5, 2007 | 01:55 PM
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Ya i know i really shouldnt run these tires but i have 2 brand new ones just laying around and wanted to use them if possible. They are Michelin plilot sports. 245/45/18


Anyone know if i'll encounter any rubbing issues or any other fitment problems?
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Aug 5, 2007 | 03:44 PM
  #4  
no you can't

going from a 245/35/18 (stock tyre size) to a 245/45/18 will increase your sidewall by too much and throw your speedo out + there's a chance it may rub on your arches.

go here and punch in your sizes to see for yourself

http://www.alloywheels.com/tyrecalc.asp
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Aug 6, 2007 | 04:17 PM
  #5  
Might be a bit too tall. I used 245/40R18 on the rear of my C55 because that was the best fit with RT-615. But, the 45 series is 10% taller so I'm not sure that will work.
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