Tire Size Poll

[aaron_silva]

Tire size poll for my 16" BBS RX's.

BTW- I am looking at Yokohamas.

[UNHCLL]

Go look at your thread in Cosmetic... I just answered this for you. ;)

http://www.r3vlimited.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=339&start=15

[aaron_silva]

Thanks buddy.

[E30godz]

we need the width of your rim, if it is 7, or 7.5 inches wide, use a 225/45...its a LOT of rubber, grips good (with right tire), looks wide, and is the same stock diatmer of 24 inches

[randywalters]

You didn't say how wide the 16" wheel is nor did you indicate the offset, but if they're made for the E30 then you should be able to use a 225/45-16 which is a factory E30 size.

[aaron_silva]

Sorry about not stating the width. They are 16 X 7 et35?(I am unsure) with a 10mm spacer.

Thanks

[randywalters]

Sorry about not stating the width. They are 16 X 7 et35?(I am unsure) with a 10mm spacer. Thanks

In that case the net offset will be ET25 which is perfect for a 7" rim width and you can use the 225/45-16 if you so desire.

All the currently made BBS wheels for the E30 are actually VW wheels with an official BBS spacer to bring them into the correct E30 offset range.

[aaron_silva]

I was looking at the tire ratings of Yokohama's and have been doing a little bit of research. I found that the Bridgestone Potenza RE750 were rated better and were $108. The Yoko's are $77 a tire. Would it be worth it for the Bridgestones, or are the Yoko's a good tire.

TIA

[SickE30]

I've used both 225/45 and 215/45 the 225/45 is better handling wise but the 215/45 makes the wheels look taller. You be the judge of what is more important.

[UNHCLL]

I was looking at the tire ratings of Yokohama's and have been doing a little bit of research. I found that the Bridgestone Potenza RE750 were rated better and were $108. The Yoko's are $77 a tire. Would it be worth it for the Bridgestones, or are the Yoko's a good tire.

TIA

I'm going to assume you are talking about the ES100's correct? It is important to give us all the information when you ask a question like that. ;)

Now, what i would suggest is this:
Go back to tirerack, and look at both tires, read through the users remarks about them. Specifiy the driving style which best pertains to your style. That will give you a better idea, but keep in mind some of those people ARE NOT knowledgeable. ;)

I love my Yoko's and think they are better than the Potenza's.