i pulled the trigger today on my new wheels. i bought 4 rear oem lotus elise rims. they are 17x7.5 et 38. heres a pic


now i have to decide if i want 215/45/17 or 205/45/17 tires. any suggestions? also these rims are like 12 lbs a piece!

 

I would play it safe and go with a 215/40/17.

 

I opted for the 215/45/17s. Nice choice of wheels by the way!

 

I chose 215/40 after my friend chose 215/45. My opinion, it looks more righterest

JP

 

righterest

what suspension are you both running. springs,stock,coilovers? any pictures? and this is for a r53 correct?

 

The 215 tires, depending on what brand you select, could weigh in 2-3 pounds more than the 205 tires.

Also, go to 1010 tires on the web to see the difference in speed.

 

R56 over here... Sorry for the confusion.

 

awesome. perfect fitting wheels.

i personally went with a 205, but my car is pretty low

supposedly cast ones are 21 lbs each and forged are like 15.1.... no 12 lbs lol

 

yeah i must have been drunk when i read the weights lol.

 

Shorter Overall Diameter of a 40 series compared to a 45 series tall tire will somewhat compensate for tire weight and will yield better gearing. While, 215 width will yield better grip. Bi-Winning!

 

nice wheel

 

nice when you get em post pictures!