View Full Version : 6 days on the road, first pothole, looks like I'm ordering some new tires tomorrow...
ScottW
March 26th, 2015, 02:24
Flat tire.
Thinking 275's all around...may go to a 35 up from the seemingly unforgiving 30.
Didn't hit too hard, hoping I don't need to repair a wheel as well.
lswing
March 26th, 2015, 03:31
Bummer...stock size on 18" wheels seems to have plenty of padding, although that will vary by tire. I know the Michelin PSS's have a VERY sturdy sidewall.
Dmb408
March 26th, 2015, 14:06
I think there are issues (documented on this site) going to 35's with 19's. I think that is why MTM recommends 30's for their Bimotos (which I used to have and used to run). Despite looks I went back to 18's for this exact pothole reason.
s8prtotype
March 26th, 2015, 15:02
No issues with that size here, it's using the PSS tires :)
DHall1
March 26th, 2015, 15:04
255 35 19 pss
No issues
Im not a fan of 30s on the C5
lswing
March 26th, 2015, 15:10
PSSssssst...I think I know the answer. Plus no flat spotting when your car sits for a week.
ScottW
March 26th, 2015, 18:41
Whew! It's all done.
Toyo T1S (I got a ridiculous deal from my tire guy) 275/30/20. Better protection all around.
As I previously posted, I'm running Sportec Mono 10's (forged)...fortunately no wheel damage...thankfully forged instead of cast.
I'm not sure if the spacers I ordered from ECS will be necessary (or even work (15mm/20mm)) but I'll find out when they get here.