Tyre size

[richie9]

Hallo.
Would like to know would a 245/45/17 tyres on standard evo 8 mr wheels be ok to fit and would they rub on arches on an Evo 7 ?
Cheers .

[TrickyDick]

I'm getting a set next week for my 7 with 8 Enkies. It will be close but I'll let you know ... my plan is to raise the ride height a bit if needs be.

[Goginawa]

I’m almost certain it’ll be ok as long as the car is not slammed.

[richie9]

Lovely let us know how u get on ,thanks.

[TrickyDick]

Hi
Just test fitted the AD08R 245/45/17 on my Evo 7 and they fit fine. They are on Evo 8 Enkies and suspension is lowered. There is less clearance of course but enough to avoid rubbing on standard arches, ie not rolled.

Cheers
Rich

[Goginawa]

Originally Posted by TrickyDick

Hi
Just test fitted the AD08R 245/45/17 on my Evo 7 and they fit fine. They are on Evo 8 Enkies and suspension is lowered. There is less clearance of course but enough to avoid rubbing on standard arches, ie not rolled.

Cheers
Rich

Rich,
Out of curiosity, have you tested it with people sitting at the back, wonder if that would make any difference. I’ve had my old 9 lowered on Eibach springs with 8.5j wide wheels with 235wide tyres and even with 5 people on board it was absolutely fine, it filled in arches well but it never rubbed on it.

Cheers
Goran

[TrickyDick]

Originally Posted by Goginawa

Rich,
Out of curiosity, have you tested it with people sitting at the back, wonder if that would make any difference. I’ve had my old 9 lowered on Eibach springs with 8.5j wide wheels with 235wide tyres and even with 5 people on board it was absolutely fine, it filled in arches well but it never rubbed on it.

Cheers
Goran

No haven't tried that but I have probably 1 persons weight of tools etc in boot. Also have heavy springs so probably the real proof will be on track giving it some!

Cheers
Rich

[Goginawa]

Originally Posted by TrickyDick

No haven't tried that but I have probably 1 persons weight of tools etc in boot. Also have heavy springs so probably the real proof will be on track giving it some!

Cheers
Rich

Mine was ok on the track. I used A048’s and last few years ran full slicks, no issues on hard cornering. Can’t remember exactly what springs I’ve had on it but I do remember it was harder ride though

[richie9]

Hi Rich.
Thanks for the info good to know it will work out ok .
Cheers Richie.

[Shane Devin]

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