Thread: 275/40/19 rears
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      05-13-2012, 08:31 AM   #3
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Originally Posted by seanblee View Post
I'd be very surprised if that fits. Stock tyre is 255/30, so sidewall height is 76.5mm. A 275/40 would have a sidewall height of 110mm, so I'd expect it to rub a lot. You can use the calculator on the forum to check details: http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=12
Thanks for that link Sean. Yea currently im running aftermarket wheels, ran 265/30/19 last year and it was good but not as good as the 275/30/19. I havent noticed any problems in rain or aquaplanning. Just was wondering if the 40 height would give a more comfortable ride.
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