Should I upgrade alloy wheels and tyres from 16'' to 17'' ?

[Gazwould]

You can fit 235 /45/17 tyres on a 17 inch rim but 225/45/17 are a lot more common and as such cheaper. I would go with 225/45/17 and get them fitted by somebody who knows what they are doing and balances them.
Ride quality has a lot to do with tyre pressures and the tyre itself rather than just the size.
With the micky mouse tyres you have been fitting , which I have never heard of I am not surprised you have had issues. Tyres are not all the same round black circles you know.
Have a look on Tyre reviews.
Aptany tyres came 13/13 in this test .
http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Tyre/Aptany/RA301.htm
Superia tyres don't even get a mention on the tyre review website. Went to the home site http://superia-tyres.com/ and looked for info on the Bluewin.
All sizes of the Bluewin HP and UHP tyres are E rated for both rolling resistance and grip. But they are very quiet at 68dB .
Spend a bit more and get some decent tyres you will feel like you are driving a different car.

https://www.asdatyres.co.uk/goodyear/eagle-f1-asymmetric-3/225-45-17-91-y--eagle-f1-asymmetric-3 £80 fitted for one of the best tyres around.
Surprised these are still available assy 2 tyres
https://www.asdatyres.co.uk/goodyear/eagle-f1-asymmetric-2/225-45-17-91-v--eagle-f1-asymmetric-2 better rolling resistance and a better rim protection bead.
https://www.asdatyres.co.uk/goodyear/eagle-f1-asymmetric-3/225-45-17-94-y-xl-eagle-f1-asymmetric-3 The XL version of the assy 3. With the more rigid sidewalls rolling resistance is reduced and handling usually improves.

Karl , what's your long-term view of Asy2 Vs 3 , 2 are still selling probably because of the beefy rim protector, sometimes they're more £ than 3 .

Then we'll have your future MPS4 review .

 

[desertstorm]

Not sure why Assy 2 tyres are still available especially in that size as it's such a common tyre. On that Asda site it loooked like it may have been an OE spec Fiat tyre so that may be why they are still making them.

 

[Peto Pedro]

Not sure why Assy 2 tyres are still available especially in that size as it's such a common tyre. On that Asda site it loooked like it may have been an OE spec Fiat tyre so that may be why they are still making them.

Asda?? mg they sellin tyres too ?? goosh .. just checked and they are even more expensive than halfords

 

[desertstorm]

It's called Asda tyres and they are obviously backed by Asda but you don't buy the tyres from the store or have them fitted there. The tyres are delivered to a fitter of your choice local to you and they are fitted there.

I had a look at Halfrauds site and the same tyre.

So I don't know what you were looking at but Asda tyres are cheaper for that tyre.

 

[Peto Pedro]

That's the least of your problem when you buy used tyres. Most come off damaged cars and have flat spots and potential damage to the sidewall. Always buy new unless you know the car they came off, and don't skimp with your tyres, kumho are still budget tyres! Go with the Goodyear assy 3's and you will be ok assuming you get them balanced (are you that new to cars??). Tyre pressures are critical for optimum handling / ride comfort, so check with a forum member who has 17's what pressures they run as the oem pressures are often too high for uk roads. Also, you had snow tyres on when you bought the 17's - of course they will feel different from your 16's! I've found they handle awful in anything above freezing. Also, did you inform your insurance company you put bigger alloys on?

I don't want to tell them anything.. I already paying grand a year for this freakin insurance

 

[Peto Pedro]

It's called Asda tyres and they are obviously backed by Asda but you don't buy the tyres from the store or have them fitted there. The tyres are delivered to a fitter of your choice local to you and they are fitted there.
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I had a look at Halfrauds site and the same tyre.

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So I don't know what you were looking at but Asda tyres are cheaper for that tyre.

no i don't want good year anymore they are not for speed but for safe drive ... I want Bridgestone They are for fast cars and speed
At Halfords they are cheaper but not to much...
Still deciding if should get 235's or 225's

 

[desertstorm]

LOL whatever you want to do then. Have fun .

 

[Peto Pedro]

LOL whatever you want to do then you obviously have no idea what your talking about.

Main thing u know .. U pathetic.. merry Christmas .

 

[samuelh_888]

Main thing u know .. U pathetic.. merry Christmas .

@Peto Pedro, mate, you come on here asking for advice then when advice is given you either ignore it or throw it back in the face of those who offer it. Not cool Pal.

Also, it's looks like you've altered @desertstorm post as I don't see his post stating 'obviously no idea what you're talking about'. Again, not cool.

If your post is an attempt at sarcasm then I'm sorry, it's lost on me.

 

[Peto Pedro]

@Peto Pedro, mate, you come on here asking for advice then when advice is given you either ignore it or throw it back in the face of those who offer it. Not cool Pal.

Also, it's looks like you've altered @desertstorm post as I don't see his post stating 'obviously no idea what you're talking about'. Again, not cool.

If your post is an attempt at sarcasm then I'm sorry, it's lost on me.

Really don't understand your reaction.. what is your problem ?!?!?!
YES altered me?? or him ?? u know email will show original post ??? oh u probably don't know
please .. why protecting??? u not genuine as well !!!
thnx putting blame on me too .. merry christmas Jesus will judge you genuinely ...!!!
Really have no idea what I done !!!

 

[samuelh_888]

Calling someone pathetic when they are trying to offer advice.

 

[desertstorm]

I did originally write "LOL whatever you want to do then you obviously have no idea what your talking about." and thought that was a little harsh so I changed it within a minute or so. I
That was in response to the statement" I want Bridgestone They are for fast cars and speed "
And you linked to the Bridgestone S001, a quite useless tyre in comparison to something like a Goodyear Eagle Assy3 . Where did you get the idea that Bridgestone tyres are for fast cars or speed ? You've probably been watching to many need for speed films I think.

 

[samuelh_888]

Understood, thanks for clarifying.

@Peto Pedro - I never saw the original post - I still don't think you need to call other members pathetic.

 

[SootySport]

Better lock the thread @desertstorm , Nearly Christmas, don't want any more bad feelings here.

 

[Ike]

 

[Peto Pedro]

I did originally write "LOL whatever you want to do then you obviously have no idea what your talking about." and thought that was a little harsh so I changed it within a minute or so. I
That was in response to the statement" I want Bridgestone They are for fast cars and speed "
And you linked to the Bridgestone S001, a quite useless tyre in comparison to something like a Goodyear Eagle Assy3 . Where did you get the idea that Bridgestone tyres are for fast cars or speed ? You've probably been watching to many need for speed films I think.

no no I don't watch car films for checking tyres only .. and Never seen Bridgestone or whatever tyre brand in films And I bet even you didn't ... They don't show tyre brands in films At all ..
And yes am new to the cars and I getting knowing them very fast espec Audi cars
Halfords says brief specs abut tyres so I got it from there
If u check 4th pic there is recommendation bridgestone tyre for audi cars

 

[Peto Pedro]

Understood, thanks for clarifying.

@Peto Pedro - I never saw the original post - I still don't think you need to call other members pathetic.

So I still think dat someone don't need to be know it all and saying I don't know what am talking about and rather say diplomatically recommendation don't you think? If bridesrtone manufacturers would see he bias them they would say the same .. as me ..

 

[Peto Pedro]

Better lock the thread @desertstorm , Nearly Christmas, don't want any more bad feelings here.

Nothing bad .. it is all depends how you take it ...

 

[Peto Pedro]

I did originally write "LOL whatever you want to do then you obviously have no idea what your talking about." and thought that was a little harsh so I changed it within a minute or so. I
That was in response to the statement" I want Bridgestone They are for fast cars and speed "
And you linked to the Bridgestone S001, a quite useless tyre in comparison to something like a Goodyear Eagle Assy3 . Where did you get the idea that Bridgestone tyres are for fast cars or speed ? You've probably been watching to many need for speed films I think.

https://www.tyroola.com.au/guides/bridgestone-vs-goodyear-car-tyre-comparison/

 

[Gazwould]

The real world .

 

[Cornish John]

I changed my A3 from 16inch to 17inch because I wanted more grip, but I do fill you can over do it and go too big.
This is what I have used for the last 120,000 miles, its been fine for me, just what I had in mind 225/45/17
No grip problems at all now, if I'm honest it doesn't make much difference what tyres I use, as long as its not cheap and cheerful!
I will include a picture of the alloy.

Also I just bought a VW T5 campervan which has 275/40/20 which I think is just OTT.
I'm changing the alloys and tyres on the 28 Dec to 235/55/17.
Should be fine on that bus, for what I want!

 

[Peto Pedro]

Hello guys
Long time no here
I have now brig poteza S001 225/45/17
They are awesome .. Acceleration is perfect and top speed I managed is 135mp/h