Tire size help

[drkstang00]

I just ordered some new rims, they're 18x9 saleen rims that are powder coated black. I'm trying to figure out what would be the right tire size to go with them? A 275/35/18 tire is the size that seems like it would be the fit best, but I'm new at this. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

 

[merc123]

275 would fit great on a 9" wheel. I had them on my 17x9's and they were decent. My only issue was the front would tend to follow the ruts in the road really bad. I now have 255 on 18x9 Saleen replicas and 295 on 18x10

 

[Skidawg]

I think the "normal" size for 18X9 is 265/35, but we've seen up to 295's on them.

 

[SaleenGT2001]

i'm running 265/35/18's on mine. i would like to go down to a 255. as stated above they really tend to follow the road the wider you go. i wouldnt go any bigger than a 265/35. now on the rear i would love to have a 315/30/18.

 

[drkstang00]

So will 265's on an 18X9 provide any protection from scratching my rim if i accidentally rub against a curb? I'd rather scuff up a tire than a rim.

 

[drag0nfan's04GT]

Mine do. I have the KDW-2s and Saleens 18X9 up front, 18X10 in the back. They have the rim protector and the tires overlap nicely. I'm running 265 in the front 295 in the rear.

 

[SaleenGT2001]

if all you are wanting is a tire that will protect your rims, you should just get a tire with rim guard. just go to your local tire shop and tell them you want whatever size with rim guard.