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on my car i am running 265/35 18's all the way around.. but i was thinking about changing the back two tires out to 275/40 18's and leaving the same size, 265/35 in the front when i need new tires.. would that make the ride any different or would it work better for hooking?
 
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jasonh_86 said:
on my car i am running 265/35 18's all the way around.. but i was thinking about changing the back two tires out to 275/40 18's and leaving the same size, 265/35 in the front when i need new tires.. would that make the ride any different or would it work better for hooking?
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It may throw your Traction Control off since your rear wheel's sidewall will be a lot taller(larger diameter) than your fronts. 275 40's works well for 17"s but kinda tall for 18's. What width is the rim. 285/35 would work and look better if it's wide enough.

Not sure what actual differences between the front and rear would throw the TC off, someone will probably chime in.
 

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my wheels are 18x9".. but i need some soft, sticky tires.. i guess i could stick w/ 35's, but i'd like 40's.. i would like to get some sidewall flex, that way i could let more air out of the tires and heat them up.. could you recommend some soft/sticky tires?
 
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