wider tires on 19" wheels - better ride?
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My 2008 x358 vdp came with stock 19" rims. I have read the ride quality ( comfort and quiet aspect) is diminished due to the larger rim. Which results in less tire for cushion.
I recently drove a 2004 which had the 17 rims and i do feel the ride was better.
with that said, my tires on the 19" vdp are SHOT.
would putting a wider only tire on the 19" rim increase ride comfort due to the increased surface area on road ? or possibly the opposite?
has anyone done w aider tire than stock on a 19" rim? results?
I recently drove a 2004 which had the 17 rims and i do feel the ride was better.
with that said, my tires on the 19" vdp are SHOT.
would putting a wider only tire on the 19" rim increase ride comfort due to the increased surface area on road ? or possibly the opposite?
has anyone done w aider tire than stock on a 19" rim? results?
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Nice reference site is tirerack.com just to do research on wheel and tire combos. Some real ugly wheels but others that have appeal. Can do an "on car" comparison. Just toyed with this using 18" rim/tire package, (Model 77 and Goodyear Eagles) pre-mounted and balanced came in around $1300 + shipping. One distribution point is in Delaware. Have used them for tires only on (3) vehicles. 2 day shipping to Northern Virginia. Very pleased with tires and customer service. Worth a look and you can spend some down time doing "what ifs".
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I may be in the market for an upgrade to an XJR or Super V8 in the future if I can find one with low miles in the right color. If it has 19's on it... I'll keep looking and walk away.
Personally speaking, look great or not, I wouldn't have them again.
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my frustration is The stock rims ARE frigging awesome. and more importlanty i own dont like to modd my jag. i have my hands full with $ keeping it on the road mechanically.
SOOOOO, i ordered nankangs in oem size for $95 per corner with 4 new tpms at $45 each
my pirellis wore so shot i think any tire should improve the ride
SOOOOO, i ordered nankangs in oem size for $95 per corner with 4 new tpms at $45 each
my pirellis wore so shot i think any tire should improve the ride