Tire Sizing Dilemma

[rico05]

I did a search and read Exar-kun's EXCELLENT write up on tire/wheel info, but now I have a decesion to make. I have decided to go with a set of Yokohama ES100 for my stock 7 spokes (for now) Mom is going to get these tires for my 21st b-day (in December) so I need to pick sizes. The main use of the car is street, and I drive like an old lady (until someone challenges me at a stop light...jk), but the car will also be used for Autox and possible drift days. Suspension mods will be:-AGX shocks RS-R race springs -pillow ball tension rods-Tein (or mabye Moog) tie rod ends-Some rear sway (can't decide on brand yet)-Obligatory f/r strut bars

So what size should I get? Should I stagger? Any and all helpful comments welcome:)

[Grant@tirerack]

With the stock wheels there would be no advantage to a larger tire out back. I would look at a 205/60-15 as the best size unless you are going to a wider rim. This keeps your rim width and tread width fairly close and will give you the best handling. Anything larger would be overkill.

[srt4geezer]

Grant, what kind of wheel is the 18" 7 spoke aluminum wheel on the G35? The nice smooth one. Do you have a set that can fit on an SRT-4?

[Grant@tirerack]

Where were you looking? Was this on our website or in an ad?

[srt4geezer]

I just looked on this forum & saw your reply to Rico05. (Grant@tiretrack) sounds like you are from a wheel shop. So I thought I would ask you. I am just trying to get info on those wheels Infinity uses for the G35.

[Grant@tirerack]

If it's the stock wheel, the only place to get those would be the dealership.

[srt4geezer]

Well, it is the upgrade wheel I like. http://g35driver.com/gallery/v...ilverI thought there might be something similar out in the aftermarket. Something that could fit a Dodge SRT-4.

[rico05]

I love getting my threads stolen...

Thanks Grant!

[E Dogg]

I am getting some new tires for my 21st birthday in december too, only their from me. I have the teardrop wheels which I belive are the same size, correct?

[rico05]

Yup

My 21st B-Day present to myself is an SR, and the suspension setup I detailed in the original post;)And a Colt Defender .45 as well, but that isn't 240SX related;)

[E Dogg]

I was gonna get some sway/strut bars first, but I traded 7 spokes for teardrops, (also traded seats to get the better stock ones) but the nice man didnt tell me about the nail in one if the tires i got in the deal!-Free nails!!! I bet you are jealous now!