What size semi slick on a 15x8" +36 6uL wheel on an em1?

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Originally Posted by chargeR

Does the 15x9 +36 6UL require a spacer to clear at the front on an EG? The knuckle I mean, not full lock etc.

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Only need a 3-5mm Spacer. I dont think you would full lock on the circuit, unless your understeering like crazy!

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Originally Posted by chargeR

Or go big baller and run a 15x9 6UL on the front with a 225/45R15 Hoosier R6 with a 205 on the rear on the 15x8. Fast. I will buy you a beer if you don't go faster :P.



Does the 15x9 +36 6UL require a spacer to clear at the front on an EG? The knuckle I mean, not full lock etc.

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How about the 225 Hoosier R6 on the 15x8". It would fit fine wouldn't it? Where in AUS stocks them? I didn't know Hoosier made a track tire, thought they were just for drag racing etc Could be an option considering the lack of tire options in the 225 for a 15" inch wheel.

Also the possible need for a spacer to make the 9" wheel fit also put me off from it.

*edit* Just checked the hoosier stock list/size chart. They make the 225/45/15 as well as a 225/50/15 but only make a 205/50/15 Hmm would there be much problem going with a 45 profile on the front and a 50 profile on the rear? only reason being that the 45 up front would give me slightly more clearence.

*EDIT* RE55s also come in a 225/50/15 as well as ADVAN AO48's. seems they are the three options, as Dunlop don't make 225 in 15"

why is runnnig a spacer put you off?

Thought it would push the rim out even more, again increasing the chance of it scrubbing etc. I guess i was just worried about fittment issues :/ played it safe by ordering the 8" wheel.

You'll have more grip going from 7' to 8' wide with 205/50/15.

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Originally Posted by DNYALL

*edit* Just checked the hoosier stock list/size chart. They make the 225/45/15 as well as a 225/50/15 but only make a 205/50/15 Hmm would there be much problem going with a 45 profile on the front and a 50 profile on the rear? only reason being that the 45 up front would give me slightly more clearence.

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A 225/45R15 is pretty damn close to the same outside diameter as a 205/50R15. The width makes up for the lower profile. A 225/50 is larger obviously.

I have had good experiences with the Hoosiers, and a lot of USDM fellows swear by them, claiming they are possibly the fastest DOT tyre. They may just be being patriotic though. The are a bit more expensive than most of the Japanese tyres and I am not sure if the wear will be as good. Craig at Trackside Tyres in Kilsyth sells them and he is a top bloke.

Thanks for the tips guys. I think I am going to give the Hoosier's a go. I already sussed out prices and they are indeed not cheap. But then the RE55's aren't much better price wise. See how they go :thumbsup: