New wheels! Saving some weight!

[AndyMan04]

that's amazing that you got a 295 wide tire to fit... with a 8.5 wide rim on top of that..
That's a feat on its own.
If the tire size is an issue why not try 295/35 series compared to a 40 ration.. The smaller diameter might be enough to fit inside the rear...
Now i am wondering if 305 wides are possible ..  :hmm:  .. with ha 10 inch wide rim of course.

 

[FoMoCoSHO]

Info about sloppy sideways is completely accurate, crank up the psi and they will be much better.

 

[shotime99]

I ran out of $$$ to try tires! They aren't happy about the 295/40s being returned!!

 

[shotime99]

305s would be nice.. But. I think no way!

 

[SHOdded]

Info about sloppy sideways is completely accurate, crank up the psi and they will be much better.

That's one way to close the wheel gap

 

[cror1]

OP, any updates on new rubber/275?

 

[shotime99]

no issues at all with the tire size.. only issue is with the choice of tires.. the GMAX seem a bit hummish (thats now a word!) on the road and def to soft in the sidewalls for what I would of liked..

 

[SHOdded]

How does the GMAX's do in normal day to day driving?  Like over rough streets/potholes/speedbreakers?  I would think that's where they excel?  Any snow or ice yet to test them on?

 

[glock-coma]

The tread pattern on the gmax is pretty aggressive. And considering how wide the 275 is, there's a huge contact patch with the road.
I have the 255/45/20 gmax installed and have not noticed the humming yet. May I still need to put some more miles on them.

 

[shotime99]

they definately soak the bumps better seeing as tho the car is stiffer with tho lowering kit..

 

[Lanson]

Finally a wheel brand I've not heard of!  They look good.  Weight is also pretty good.

I have a theory, one that some road racers have fleshed out in practice, and some car manufacturers have figured out too.  I believe that sidewall "feel" changes with the wheel WIDTH, along with the tire's dimensions (ratio) and of course the tire itself.  I've learned over time that a wider wheel with the same tire will result in a more firm sidewall feel.  Porsche seems to have this same logic applied, too.  For instance, if you were rocking a 9.5" or 10" wide wheel on that 275, I bet it would feel less squirmy.  In a trapezoid shape, the shorter top is more stable.  So that's something to think about when doing wheels and tires.  I personally strive for the widest wheels that will fit, and then find the right tire for that.  This not only makes for a nice wide stance with a good looking flush fit, it also improves the handling. 

Maybe something to consider next time you are making a wheel setup plan.  Just try for wide wheel first, and try to push that limit.  THEN try your tire and see what happens. 

 

[shotime99]

NOW ya tell me!! haha!

 

[ElvenSho]

NOW ya tell me!! haha!

Hey OP what wheels are there? I really like them... Where did you get them and did they have them in wider size?