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Old 05-18-2009, 12:38 PM
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Optimum tire size for 18" / OEM wheels
Okay, I've purchased a set of wheels. 18x8.5 front and 18x9.5 rear. Tire Rack recommends 245/40/18 for the front and 265/35/18 for the rear.

Are these the optimum sizing? Should I try and go with a wider rear? What do you guys think?

I'll be ordering the tires today, so I have a while to decide. Let me know what you suggest!
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when I got new tires people said that you can go up to 275, even 285 but I think most people go to 276 if they wanna up
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Tire Rack can tell you the +1 tire size. Do you have TPM? Tire Rack has sensors that cost less than the MB sensors.
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i have gone so large at 295 on my 9.5 rear rim. fit my 01 E55 just fine with no rubbing..
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245/40/18 in the front, 275/35/18 is good for the stock wheels...
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in those stock sizes get yourself a set of Toyo R888's! Fantastic tire! You wont be disappointed. Just dont drive fast in the rain
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I am running a 255/35/18 and a 275/35/18 in the rear. Keep in mind my rear rim is 9.5 inches wide.
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275's in back, it's a no brainer. I can't begin to understand why MB went from 275's on the W210 E55 at 355 HP to a 265 on the W211's.
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