Widest rims and tires for a '07 S65?
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Widest rims and tires for a '07 S65?
I am not a fan of the stock rims and tires on the S65 so have bought some aftermarket rims (waiting on tires to arrive as I had to import them). I am curious whether this set-up will rub or there will be any fitment issues (my rims dealer couldn't assist with this and the tire dealer wasn't sure with the rims so I had to go out on a limb on this one).
I am also curious what the widest tires and rims sizes that can be fitted to the S65 without tire run or fitment issues.
These are the rims:
http://www.nicheroadwheels.com/essen-m147-w-12799.htm
I went with 21" rather than 22" for fears of tires rub.
They are 9" upfront and 10.5" rear
Tire options are a little limited due to the rim size but I have managed to source the following:
265/35ZR-21 Pirelli PZero Nero GT XL (FRONt)
305/30ZR-21 Pirelli PZero Nero GT XL (REAR)
I am also curious what the widest tires and rims sizes that can be fitted to the S65 without tire run or fitment issues.
These are the rims:
http://www.nicheroadwheels.com/essen-m147-w-12799.htm
I went with 21" rather than 22" for fears of tires rub.
They are 9" upfront and 10.5" rear
Tire options are a little limited due to the rim size but I have managed to source the following:
265/35ZR-21 Pirelli PZero Nero GT XL (FRONt)
305/30ZR-21 Pirelli PZero Nero GT XL (REAR)
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I am running the same size rims (Carlsson 2/11 Ultralites) with a 275/30-21 up front and a 295/35-21 rear. Using 10mm Carlsson spacers on the rear and have a small but acceptable rub under full compression on the rear. Fronts clear without issue and are a noticable improvement in grip from the stock size.
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I am running the same size rims (Carlsson 2/11 Ultralites) with a 275/30-21 up front and a 295/35-21 rear. Using 10mm Carlsson spacers on the rear and have a small but acceptable rub under full compression on the rear. Fronts clear without issue and are a noticable improvement in grip from the stock size.
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I am running the same size rims (Carlsson 2/11 Ultralites) with a 275/30-21 up front and a 295/35-21 rear. Using 10mm Carlsson spacers on the rear and have a small but acceptable rub under full compression on the rear. Fronts clear without issue and are a noticable improvement in grip from the stock size.
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21x9 with 40mm offset on front, 275/30-21
21x10.5 with 45mm offset on rear and 10mm Carlsson spacer, 295/30-21
The wheels sizes and spacer are the basic recommended fittment from Carlsson for the W221, however they recommend a 245 on the front....which I found WAY too small. The 275 is a huge step up in quelling any understeer.
21x10.5 with 45mm offset on rear and 10mm Carlsson spacer, 295/30-21
The wheels sizes and spacer are the basic recommended fittment from Carlsson for the W221, however they recommend a 245 on the front....which I found WAY too small. The 275 is a huge step up in quelling any understeer.
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Thanks for all the input. I definitely want the widest tires out rear. The car loses traction pretty easily on those skinny stock tires.
I saw some people have spacers - any reason for this or just for looks?
I saw some people have spacers - any reason for this or just for looks?
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I'm running super sport 295 on the rear stock rims with amazing traction. Skinny tire tend to grip harder once warm. Beside 305 is only 1 cm wider, it won't make a big difference. Wider tires for a drag racing maybe.
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I did a lot of practical research on wheels and tires last year ( or at least as much as my wife put up with ). There were a few big wins, but one thing that stuck out was how wider rear tires only made things worse. There was never any benefit in any respect.
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...els-tyres.html
Some people may find a benefit with a new, wider, wheels, but that is mire likely due to fitting fresh rubber instead if old. When you compare like with, its difficult to show any benefit. Just use good rubber.
Nick
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w...els-tyres.html
Some people may find a benefit with a new, wider, wheels, but that is mire likely due to fitting fresh rubber instead if old. When you compare like with, its difficult to show any benefit. Just use good rubber.
Nick
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Sorry to resurrect an old thread but I have some Brabus Monoblock VI wheels for my S65. Haven't installed yet. They're 21x9 front and 21x10.5 rear. Offsets are 57 front and 59 rear. Running 255/35/21 front and 295/30/21 rear. Does anyone know off top of I'll have any fitment issues? I know these are made for the W221 but not sure about W221 AMG. Still waiting on an answer from Brabus. I also have to find out what size wheel bolts I need to fit them. Obviously the oe bolts are too short. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
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I gave the 221 S-65 same size wheels and tires front and rear. 10mm wider then stock rear size. Lots of grip. Rubbed the fender liner in front when parking. Loved them. Then I got bit by 222 S-65 crack. First hit was free!
