Hi there i have an fr tdi 170 with 18 inch alloys(225/40/18).Now anyone with an fr with the 18 inch alloys on will know that the ride and tyre noise is pritty harsh.
So im just wondering if anyone knows or have thought about putting on 45 profile tyres instead of the 40s.
If my calculations are correct the difference in profile is only about 11mm so i dont think there would be an issue with the tyres rubbing the wheel arches.
Now i know this would increase the ride hight by 11mm and im trying to imagine how this would look.
What are peoples thoughts on this and do you think it would improve the ride comfort and noise levels and do you think this would compromise the handeling to much.
Just a Thought you can tell me if its a stupid one!!
So im just wondering if anyone knows or have thought about putting on 45 profile tyres instead of the 40s.
If my calculations are correct the difference in profile is only about 11mm so i dont think there would be an issue with the tyres rubbing the wheel arches.
Now i know this would increase the ride hight by 11mm and im trying to imagine how this would look.
What are peoples thoughts on this and do you think it would improve the ride comfort and noise levels and do you think this would compromise the handeling to much.
Just a Thought you can tell me if its a stupid one!!