[s-cars] Wheel/tire size question (formerly "another tire question")

[Lee Levitt]

Dave asks:
>
>
> OK so I'll go with two sets.  Should I use a narrower wheel
> and/or tire for
> the snows?  Should I just buy new (bigger) wheels for summer and use
> originals for winter?  If so, what are the recommended wheel/tire sizes?
> Need to buy summer tires soon so that's why I'm asking.
>

If you're sticking with 16" wheels, go for a 245/45 16 on an 8" rim. If
you're going for a 17" wheel, 245/40 17 or 255/40 17 are both good sizes.
235/45 17s may rub at full lock or under compression, particularly with a
lowered car.

Lee
'95.5 S6 avant
'96 A6 quattro avant