07-16-2015, 09:30 PM | #1 |
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275/40/19 front tire?
Has anyone on the X3 forums run a 275 square setup? I fondly remember an X1 race setup with a 275 up front. What is the consensus on fitment? I'm highly considering taking my mesh wheels off my coupe and running a square 275 all around.
Thanks for any input.
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07-16-2015, 09:35 PM | #2 |
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Any change in overall tire diameter? I've been thinking about getting a set of taller A/T tires. But, i've read that the iDrive cannot take a difference of more than few % change in overall diameter.
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07-16-2015, 09:40 PM | #3 |
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I was thinking of running 4 rear sizes , which would be the same overall diameter .( 275/40/19. )
I'm concerned about hitting the strut or turning clearances. I may be okay with it sticking out a bit.
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I think the only problem with running a "square" setup with 275/40/19 up front as well is potentially tyre rub when turning because of the increased width of the front tyres. Tony |
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07-17-2015, 12:49 PM | #6 |
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So I went home for lunch and swapped the rear to the front. What I found is that the rear rim size 9-1/2 et48 did not hit the strut , but instead the sidewall of the 275 tire did make contact with the strut.
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But installation may not be tonight. It depends if I feel like jacking both up at the same time.
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07-17-2015, 09:17 PM | #9 |
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So I just decided I wanted to screw with it before bed.
A 10" wide wheel et38 cleared the strut with a good amount with a 275/35/19 tire.
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11-13-2017, 12:48 AM | #11 |
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Hello. Just saw this post and not sure if it’s still active. I am trying to figure out the wheel spec to go with. I am also interested on doing a 275/40/19x10 ET38. Just wondering if you used a spacer on yours. Also if there is a clearance issue like rubbing on the inner front fenders when on full lock turn.
Thanks in advance. I hope you can still give me advice on this. |
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