Help with 255/40/18 front on W211 E55
05-17-2003, 10:08 PM
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Help with 255/40/18 front on W211 E55
I have just upgraded my rear tyres to 275's from the standard 265 which has no problems. I am not sure as to whether to put 245/40's back on the front or upgrade to a 255.
Does anyone know if there are any rubbing/clearance problems running a 255 on the front of the new E?
I am using the tyres on the new car as replacement rubber on my old E55 which is being sold, so I need to make a quick decision as to what tyre size to order.
I was also concerned about running a 255 on an 8" rim,but Ferrari do it on the 575M so it can't be all that bad.
Does anyone know if there are any rubbing/clearance problems running a 255 on the front of the new E?
I am using the tyres on the new car as replacement rubber on my old E55 which is being sold, so I need to make a quick decision as to what tyre size to order.
I was also concerned about running a 255 on an 8" rim,but Ferrari do it on the 575M so it can't be all that bad.
05-20-2003, 06:57 AM
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Thanks guys. I got excited when I found out the Ferrari 575M runs a 255/40/18 on an 8" front. My local tyre guy advised me that it did not meet Aust Design Regs and therefore could cause a problem with insurance in the event of an accident.
