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BATMOB1LE · 10-29-2016, 09:37 AM

Hey guys, my 1LE is dropped on BMR 1.4" springs.

What size wheel and tire should I run for snows without getting into any rubbing or clearance issues?

Thanks!

KillboyPowerhead · 10-29-2016, 10:10 AM

I went with 18x7" wheels with a +35mm offset for my winters with 225/60/18 tires (same diameter as the factory tires); compared to the factory 8" wheels (RS and SS wheels) these wheels are 0.5" shorter on either side (0.5" further from suspension and further from fender) so there aren't/won't be clearance issues.

Naturally you can't drive the car as hard as you might in the summer but a narrower tire is better for wet/snow/ice traction. If you want a wider tire maybe try 8" wide with a +35mm offset and 245/45 tires (same as factory front RS/SS wheels).

10-29-2016, 09:37 AM	#1
BATMOB1LE • HT • Drives: 2013 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 907	Winter tires and wheels question Hey guys, my 1LE is dropped on BMR 1.4" springs. What size wheel and tire should I run for snows without getting into any rubbing or clearance issues? Thanks! __________________ 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS/1LE - 402 of 451 "BATMOB1LE" - Xpel Stealth Wrap - ZL1 Rockers - 18% Tint - Custom Badges - Heritage Grille - BMR 1.4" Springs - Solo Performance Axel-Back Exhaust - Recaro Sport Seats

10-29-2016, 10:10 AM	#2
KillboyPowerhead Drives: 2015 Z/22 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 932	I went with 18x7" wheels with a +35mm offset for my winters with 225/60/18 tires (same diameter as the factory tires); compared to the factory 8" wheels (RS and SS wheels) these wheels are 0.5" shorter on either side (0.5" further from suspension and further from fender) so there aren't/won't be clearance issues. Naturally you can't drive the car as hard as you might in the summer but a narrower tire is better for wet/snow/ice traction. If you want a wider tire maybe try 8" wide with a +35mm offset and 245/45 tires (same as factory front RS/SS wheels).