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Old 07-15-2009, 07:40 AM
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18x8.5 with 265/35/18?

Hey guys, would a 265/35/18 tire fit on a 18x8.5 rim?

Thank you
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Old 07-15-2009, 07:45 AM
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Hey guys, would a 265/35/18 tire fit on a 18x8.5 rim?

Thank you
I use the attached table to check. It's not in English, but it's not hard to figure things out
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Old 07-15-2009, 09:33 AM
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It doesn't seem to be recommended….has anyone done it? Would I be able to mount them?
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Old 07-16-2009, 01:34 AM
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265/35/18 Mounted on my 8.5 wheel.





I had no problems when I had them on through the lifetime of the tire. The extra grip was inspiring.

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Old 07-16-2009, 06:01 AM
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thnx a lot Rover and tofuturkey, I m gonna go with 265/35/18
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Old 07-18-2009, 03:52 PM
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Hey E39Rider - heres a GREAT tire and wheel calculator to ddetermine your potential tire sizes

Found this using the search function on Bimmerfest some time ago!

http://www.wheelsmaster.com/rt_specs.jsp

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Old 07-21-2009, 05:26 AM
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Yes, they fit fine - and look GREAT! Here is my detailed thread about my tire upgrade experience:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...389&highlight=
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Old 07-24-2009, 07:47 PM
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YES they fit fine. I have 19x8.5 wheels with 265/30/19 with NO problems.
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