Bottom line...Will OZ SuperLeggara 17"'s(37mm offset) w 205/45/17 Tires rub once my M7 springs are installed, I've found conflicting info on different threads.

 

BTW my car is an 2005 MCS w/ adj. camber if that makes a difference.

 

I'm running 17" Superleggera's with 215/45/17's w/H&R springs and a large rear swaybar.

I have no rubbing issues currently. I'm running stock rear arms though, and I think there's a chance I might if I were to zero the camber out in the rear.

You're proposing narrower tires which is good, but softer springs which isn't. If I had to guess I'd say you'll be ok. I know my setup isn't really comparable, but maybe it'll help.

 

Sorry, I was wrong. I realized today that my tires are 40 series, not 45.

 

205/40 is very short in diameter, and low in load capacity. I doubt it will rub, but its TOO short for the vehicle. 205/45 or 215/45

Alex

 

Maybe, but we're talking about 215, not 205.

I would argue, however, that because of the tall gearing of the MCS, a smaller diameter can be a good thing.

 

I need help too, I'm running 17" OZ Superleggras with Yok ES100s 215/45/17 on H-Sport Springs ('05 MCS). Having running problems at the rear (even after a fender liner trim). What should I go for? 215/40/17 or 205/45/17. There is not much choice in the 205/45/17, but if the ES100s will fit for sure then i'll go for them again (no-way will I run Pradas).

any help is greatly appreciated.

thanks

Amit

 

I need help too, I'm running 17" OZ Superleggras with Yok ES100s 215/45/17 on H-Sport Springs ('05 MCS). Having running problems at the rear (even after a fender liner trim). What should I go for? 215/40/17 or 205/45/17. There is not much choice in the 205/45/17, but if the ES100s will fit for sure then i'll go for them again (no-way will I run Pradas).

any help is greatly appreciated.

thanks

Amit

 

It depends on the shape of the tire. Yoko ES100's, for example, have a very square shoulder and are more likely to rub than the same size Yoko Parada Spec-2 (which has a rounder shoulder, and btw is a stickier tire in the dry, but not the wet) Overall, you'll be ok - you may have some rubbing but not a major issue with the 205/45-17 size. Also note that if you start camber correcting for lowering the car, you'll increase rubbing in the back.

Cheers,
Ryan

 

I hate to hijack but can you guys w/ the suppers post pics of your rides? I have been curoius to see what the supers look like on the MINI.

Thanks

Chris

 

Here is my car:

 

JeffS: What tire brand are you running in the 215/40/17?

thanks

Amit

 

I'll be mounting 17" superleggeras with 215/40 Falken RT615s on Monday so I'll post results if there is any chance of rubbing.

 

Thanks for the feedback guys.

Fedex lost one of my wheels for three days. So with the extra time to think and research, I sent back the 17"s and ordered 18"s. It seems that with the 42 offset of the 18"s, there will likely be less problems..not to mention more bling. I will post pics and results of the decision later this week. I hope I made the right choice.

 

Kumho MX

 

YAY for 18's!