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I have a stock '94 TT 6-speed, 46k miles. Black/Ivory purchased new 11/94.
Now it is time for new tires. A few options:
Now it is time for new tires. A few options:
- Stock tires on stock rims. I would use Bridgestone S03s and probably have the rims refinished.
- Larger tires on stock rims. 255/40-17 front, 275/40-17 rear with the speedometer out of wack from the height increase.
- 18" rims with stock width tires. 235/40-18 fronts and 265-35-18 rears. The only advantage seems to be a lower cost for the rims, 18x8.5 front, 18x9.5 rear and fewer issues with offset.
- 18" rims with larger tires. 265/35-18 front and 285/30-18 rear. Again I would use Bridgestone S03s. The brand options with a 295 rear are limited. But this combo requires precise and rare (or rather expensive) wheel offsets to fit.
- 17" rims with really large tires. Powerhouse lists rims that can fit a 315/35-17 rear, presumably with a rolled lip. With a 275/40-17 front this combo would have equal front/rear height and require a shock/spring that would allow some lowering.
[/list=1] Some other background Info- I don't race this car and haven't even autocrossed or drag raced it. I do have a late model stock car for my racing. I also have an S2000 which both autocrossed and drag raced. With anything other than stock rims and race tires this car would be in a street prepared or modified class and autocrossing would be just for fun.
- I use it on the streets for commuting, and really don't want a bone cruncher ride. Those streets are in Northern NJ and NYC and frequently leave a lot to be desired.
- I am nearly always burying my foot in first, second, and third, traction light often flashing. It also gets a little twitchy now and then. I would like the tires to raise the limits.
- The car came with MXX3s.
- No engine mods yet. But I may make some simple exhaust and boost changes.
- I considered getting a Z06 (in addition) but my wife won't let me.[/list=1] Now for the questions:
- Which tire option do you think is right?
- Which wheel if option 4? I am leaning toward the SSR GT-3 from Tire Rack (if the offsets fit) otherwise Blitz 03s for $500 more. Other recommendations?
- With options 2, 4, and 5, what offsets are needed for this stuff to fit?[/list=1] Thanks,
David