Tire Question for 19's
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I have a CS with the 19 inch rims. I have been running the stock sized 275/45 for the past two sets of tires. Would there be a problem getting the next set in 285/45? Would the extra width/sidewall size cuase any problems other then the speedo being off a bit?
Thanks for any help.
Thanks for any help.
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Keep in mind that the wheel speed sensors feed more than just the speedometer. They also provide the info for the stability and traction control systems. I don't know if that size change is enough to have an effect on these systems but for the marginal size increase I wouldn't change. What do you have to gain by going to the larger size? I highly doubt there is a performance gain, in fact taller tires will likely hurt the acceleration.
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Originally Posted by Brent 89-GT
Keep in mind that the wheel speed sensors feed more than just the speedometer. They also provide the info for the stability and traction control systems. I don't know if that size change is enough to have an effect on these systems but for the marginal size increase I wouldn't change. What do you have to gain by going to the larger size? I highly doubt there is a performance gain, in fact taller tires will likely hurt the acceleration.
The 285/45 has a yoko tire that i was going try out, which has a higher treadwear rating then any of the tires in the 275/45 size.
Any comments/opinions.
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You need to make sure the tires you are considering can handle the weight of the Cayenne. There are only three to choose from because it is a unique situation with the performance level combined with the weight. They need to be XL rated for the load.
I had the Michelins stock on my 20" wheels. They didn't last long at all. I am now on the Continentals which have 6000 miles on them now, mostly highway, and no sign of wear. I think the treadwear rating is 280 on mine. So far I am very happy with them.
I had the Michelins stock on my 20" wheels. They didn't last long at all. I am now on the Continentals which have 6000 miles on them now, mostly highway, and no sign of wear. I think the treadwear rating is 280 on mine. So far I am very happy with them.
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Originally Posted by Scott C
The taller sidewall will induce more body roll with cornering.
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Originally Posted by ltc
Throw a 5500# pig into a corner and ANY sidewall will give up. ![Stick Out Tongue](https://rennlist.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
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Don't you have a trailer to go rewire so it's compatible with your Excursion?
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