sleder

I have a 90 C2. Just bought 18x 8 and 18x 9.5 52mm offset what is the best tire size to use without over doing, and without any oil line rubbing.
TIA.
Scott

Marc Shaw

You could try www.tirerack.com for tire size suggestions.

Marc

sleder

All my experience with tire rack tells me they are only interested in selling what they have...But thanks Marc.

Jim Michaels

A 235 in front and a 265 in the rear are probably what I'd get for 8 and 9.5" rims, although one could also go to a 275 for the rear. I thought a 52 offset was on one the narrower 7 and 8X17" wheels, so I don't know about the clearances of those tire sizes on your rims. My experience with Tire Rack is that they will try to answer your questions, and they know more than most of us do about wheel and tire fitments. Of course they want to sell stuff, but they want to insure that you order the stuff that fits too.

brad@tirerack.com

Scott - sorry if you had a bad experience with us in the past - give me a chance....

225/40 and 255/35 are the best fit. 235 is too wide up front and may rub with that offset.

Give me a call if I can help you decide the best tire for your purpose. Thanks.

sleder

Damon, Don't take it personally, but All I ever get is someone that can only read the screen, and not live the experience, so they generally had no clue. When I contact Vilven or Bob Woodman, they understand and can recommend from experience. I will give you a call or feel free to call me. I need a set of tires and was wondering if anyone has had any luck with the Avon's as an alternative to the Hoosiers, or Toyo's?

brad@tirerack.com

None taken. I agree there are some here that are not nearly as versed in the car as others.

Are you looking for R-compound tires, or street tires?

sleder

Damon, I am looking for R compounds. Trying to decide between Hoosiers- Toyo's - or another alternative of that quality and standard. Any suggestions? You can PM me or call...BTW, I need 18's

sleder

I need R compound. I am trying to decide between Hoosier's Toy's or another alternative you might suggest of a similar quality and grip level. You can PM or call me to discuss. Thanks