Rims: difference in ride quality 18 vs 19
 

Is there a difference in ride quality between a 18" rim with a 225/40 tire and a 19" rim with a 225/35 tire? I'm about to order wheels, and am still up in the air about this topic.

RE: Rims: difference in ride quality 18 vs 19
 

stick to the 18. 19 will more than likely rub in some spots.

RE: Rims: difference in ride quality 18 vs 19
 

I think it will depend on the width and offset of the rim, ive heard that some 19's dont rub

RE: Rims: difference in ride quality 18 vs 19
 

04XType is right 19x7.5 and below do not rub. I had 215/35/19 on 19x8 wheels and they didnt rub but the ride quality sucked, not to mention being more prone to pothole damage. I upgraded to some 225/35/19 and the ride quality is a 100% and it looks more aggressive as well. (Check out my cardomain in my sig)

I've been in an X-Type w/ 18's and the ride feels close to stock, and with my X w/ the 19's you could definitley feel more bumps in the road. I guess it's just one of the sacrifices I make for the look that I want.

Hope this helps.

RE: Rims: difference in ride quality 18 vs 19
 

hey gotti, whats your wheel offset? thats the most important detail to prevent rubbing, i.e. mine are 38mm, and they rub. im guessing yours are like 42+mm.

RE: Rims: difference in ride quality 18 vs 19
 

You're correct. My wheel offset is +40mm

I have 19x8's wrapped in 225/35/19 tires on my x-type sport with lowered H&R springs and Bilstein sport struts, and have absolutely no rubbing. it's an absolute perfect fit. my offset is +42.

Hey gotti

I looked at your car domain and saw you had put LEDs in for driving lights. I went to the v-led site but can't figure out which bulb fits. Do you have the actual part number?