Loyalone72

Im getting conflicting advice on tire sizes for a staggered setup. Some are saying to go with something like this:

F: 19 x 8.5 225/35R19
R: 19 x 9.5 255/35R19

or

F: 19 x 8.5 245/35/R19
R; 19 x 9.5 275/35R19

But then, I also have some telling me you need a lower profile tire in the rear to give an even sidewall look between front and rear. Something like this.

F: 19 x 8.5 245/35/R19
R: 19 x 9.5 285/30/R19


Which is the proper way to do this? Im about to purchase a setup and really want to get it right. Thanks all

porn-adkt

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All the tires fit...Whats your question?

Loyalone72

Whats the standard staggered setup and why is that preferred? The same profile (35's) all the way around or with the lower profile tire being in the rear?

porn-adkt

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I see, good luck..

BayAreaLex

First, it's tough to answer your question without getting into rim offset. And even then it's often a personal preference sort of a thing. *Usually* the name of the game is to go as aggressive to the outside of the fender as possible without introducing clearance issues.

Personally, I like the tire to be as square on the rims as possible (i.e. tread width matches wheel width).

However, because my offsets are aggressive, I had to go with a tire width that is slightly narrower than the rim to get the damn thing to clear (255/35 on a 19x10 24mm).

Loyalone72

I'd like to have it square as well or even a little over to help protect the lip. The offset is 40.

3DSIXGS350

You must remember. the 35 Series tires are only a percentage of the tire width. I have 245/35/19 in front with an 8.5 inch rim, and in the rear 275/30/19. Since the rears are 30 percent of the width of the 275 width tire the stance and tire height ends up being pretty close to the same give about 1 to 2mm depending on the tire type you are using. I'm running Michelin Pilot Sport A/S3's all around and they provide little rim protection. As the reply before make sure your offsets are perfect otherwise you will get rubbing on your fender, that is if your car is lowered. If you want proper rim protection I would honestly go with a 285 tire. 275's in the rear are ideal for a 9.5 inch rim though. hope this helps!

Loyalone72

Makes sense. Thank you so much for the detailed response. So why do a lot of folks on here run the same profile on front and back vs how you run lower profile (35's) in the front and (30's) in the back?

Sampak

They simply don't care/know or perhaps they want the rears to be a bit fatter (taller) for that extra aggressive appearance?

I take it you understood that the "35" is a % of the width of the tire, so the wider tire's 30% profile should/would not be any less taller than the narrower front tire with 35% profile.

Loyalone72

Thank you, that makes sense. I do totally understand the %. I just couldnt figure out why so many are using the same series tire on both front and back when the proper way is the % for a even sidewall.

Sampak

No problemo. One more obvious thing I thought I'd mention, but be sure to get the car aligned once they put on the staggered tires. You won't be able to rotate them as usual obviously, but depending on the tread (directional or not) you might be able to swap left/right. If the alignment is off, you might be looking at prematurely worn tires rather quick -- $$$ unless you're made of dollars then it's all good. Still be prepared for worn tires sooner than usual due to the wear.

Loyalone72

Thanks so much Sampak. I sure do appreciate the info

Rock-a-Lex

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My exact setup as well. Good luck

Loyalone72

Thanks Rock!

SprtDesign

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F: 19 x 8.5 245/35/R19
R: 19 x 9.5 285/30/R19

Go with this. Most aggressive for your offset.