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DISCUSSION => Suspension => Topic started by: sha1234 on September 02, 2007, 06:01:05 PM

Title: 245`s all round
Post by: sha1234 on September 02, 2007, 06:01:05 PM

well im looking into getting a set of keskin KT4`s
and well i cant determine if i want to go with 16`s or 17`s but here are the sizes i have available
8x17 et30  
8x17 et35  
9x16 et15
9x16 et25  
which setup should i get... and how much work is it to run 245`s all around... or should i go with a different overall size... i dont want to stretch the tire to much cause i still want to be able to rely on them not to want to unseat
help would be much appreciated

Title: 245`s all round
Post by: 2002maniac on September 02, 2007, 11:57:25 PM

8x17 et30 should work fine with thin spacers.  you'll have to roll your fenders but 245's shouldnt be a problem.

I use 225/45/15 hoosiers for autox and track days on 8" wheels and they have a 9.8" section width.  Toyo 245/35/17's are 9.6" wideso you should be fine.

Title: 245`s all round
Post by: sha1234 on September 03, 2007, 02:40:25 AM

would it be smarter to run 9/16's? with 245's since they have a lower offset... or would the 17's fit the 245's better?

Title: 245`s all round
Post by: ose30 on September 03, 2007, 07:47:52 AM

I have had several Keskin sets (KT2) under my Porsche. i would like to point out, that wheel brand is exteramly heavy.

Title: 245`s all round
Post by: Vladi on September 03, 2007, 03:21:38 PM

As in weight of the rim?

Title: 245`s all round
Post by: oldtimer on September 04, 2007, 02:33:06 PM

I have a set of staggard wheel 17/7 in front with 245/45/17 and 17/8.5 with 245/45/17 on the rear.  Car rides great for comfort and handles nice.  Yes the rear fender will have to be rolled.