255/35/18 vs. 255/40/18

ben.bell1987 · 06-29-2017, 10:42 AM

Currently running 255/35/18 on the rear but managed to get some cheap Bridgestone 255/40/18 tyres, took them to my local tyre shop and he said that it’s a bad idea to fit them as it could smash the transfer box. Anyone know if I can get away with this small difference?

I am aware that the speedo may be 3 or so % out. Also the car has been lowered about 30mm.

Thanks!

ben.bell1987 · 06-30-2017, 09:04 AM

anyone?

AndyS · 06-30-2017, 10:57 AM

Only a problem if your car is 4 wheel drive.

ben.bell1987 · 07-03-2017, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by AndyS

Only a problem if your car is 4 wheel drive.

Thank you, much appreciated.

E60525d · 07-15-2017, 02:51 AM

Did you get these tyres fitted in the end? Any feedback?

ben.bell1987 · 07-15-2017, 03:39 AM

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Did you get these tyres fitted in the end? Any feedback?

Yes, no problems at all fills the arch gap nicely but ride feels the same so can't complain.

E60525d · 07-15-2017, 11:46 AM

Good stuff, any pics? I'm surprised there is no improvement in ride. Would of thought a small improvement.

ben.bell1987 · 07-16-2017, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by E60525d

Good stuff, any pics? I'm surprised there is no improvement in ride. Would of thought a small improvement.

I'd say its better over speedbumps but the rides never been poor despite being lowered.

E60525d · 07-17-2017, 05:13 AM

Are you running run flats or standard?

ben.bell1987 · 07-17-2017, 02:58 PM

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Are you running run flats or standard?

Yeah runflats which are supposed to be louder but I can't tell this early.

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