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[FirstBMWLA]

Time for new tires...
Car is 2007 E92 stock sport suspension
Wheels are:
19x8.5 et35
19x9.5 et30(35 with 5mm spacer)

Think I've decided on Conti DW unless someone can sway me. I live in AZ so I don't see an issue driving on summer tires year round. Read lots of good things on the Mich PSS but they are a bit more than I wish to spend.
Also saw a lot of good recommendations for S-04 Pole Positions but I dont' believe they come in the sizes I'm looking for.

My question is can I run a 235/35 and 275/30 setup? My car is FBO w/ E85 so I'd like any extra traction the wider tire may afford. I'm currently running the 235/35 265/30 setup.
I've done a lot of reading and it seems it should work. Worst case I remove rear spacer to restore the offset to et35?

Any input is appreciated before I order tires. I believe tires of this size are always special order at discount tire so I don't want to order them and have issue. Not sure they'd get me a different size.



Thanks

[asus389]

I have the s04 pole positions on my e90 and have been really happy with them. Had 2 sets.

[Facts Only]

I've herd great things about DW as a cheaper alternative to PSS

[FirstBMWLA]

Originally Posted by asus389

I have the s04 pole positions on my e90 and have been really happy with them. Had 2 sets.

S-04 don't come in 30 aspect ratio in 265 or 275.

[FirstBMWLA]

Originally Posted by Facts Only

I've herd great things about DW as a cheaper alternative to PSS

I have as well. Currently I have Hankook V12(1st gen) and looking for something different this time.

Pretty sold on Conti DW. Just looking for a confirmation that I should be able to run the 275/30 in rear with my wheel specs.

[FirstBMWLA]

Bump for question on the 275 fitment.

[hgtran21]

i would recommend 265/35. also discount tires having that promo again spend 400 and get 100 dollars off. I would do 2 transaction and save 200 on great summer tires

[FirstBMWLA]

Originally Posted by hgtran21

i would recommend 265/35. also discount tires having that promo again spend 400 and get 100 dollars off. I would do 2 transaction and save 200 on great summer tires

Prices are higher on eBay.
Seems savings would be marginal if any.
Got a price of 999.99 out the door from discount.

Didn't have any responses for a while so I ordered the 275. Just got a new flash tune and I'm getting lots of wheelspin. Hopefully the wider tires help.
If it rubs I'll take spacers off to make it et35. From my reading that should fit.
Guess we'll find out.

[whosdady]

Originally Posted by FirstBMWLA

Prices are higher on eBay.
Seems savings would be marginal if any.
Got a price of 999.99 out the door from discount.

Didn't have any responses for a while so I ordered the 275. Just got a new flash tune and I'm getting lots of wheelspin. Hopefully the wider tires help.
If it rubs I'll take spacers off to make it et35. From my reading that should fit.
Guess we'll find out.

I have an e92 running PSS's 235/265. 5mm spacers up front and 10mm in the rear. I'm thinking about going with a tire with better dry traction. I'm thinking I will run 235/275. Like you, if the rears rub I will take out the 10mm rear spacers.

[FirstBMWLA]

Tires installed today.
235/35 275/30 setup.
Rear is close with et30
No rubbing yet over bumps. Maybe with weight in backseat. Shall see.
If it happens I'll pull the 5mm spacer off.
I Like how the 275 provides more lip protection over the 9.5" wheel now.

[mmurray]

Also heard good things about the DWs. PSS are great too, but I understand the cost concern. My vote is for Direzzas if you can swing it (and deal with chewing through a set per year) - best tire I've driven so far.