Hey,
I know wheel and Tire sizes are probably the most repeated topics going, and I apologize in advance for possibly bringing up old questions, but I have spent a bit of time reading old posts, and now my eyes are weary.
I have a very nice set of BBS RS009's sized 8 x 16 et11 in boxes and it's time to buy tires to get them mounted up. (all 4 same width-ET)
Problem is that the car they were meant for is changing before I even use the wheels.
Was originally purchased for a 81 380SL., but I just picked up a 88 560SL which will be delivered near the middle of next week.
After a lot of forum reading it would seem that 225/50 16's may be the best tire size for this SL.
Also, I did see reference to larger brake calipers on the 560's and I'm wondering if I may need spacers or not to clear the calipers?
So can someone please confirm (1), the correct tire size for these rims, and (2), Will I need spacers and if so what size?
Thanks...Aero I
I know wheel and Tire sizes are probably the most repeated topics going, and I apologize in advance for possibly bringing up old questions, but I have spent a bit of time reading old posts, and now my eyes are weary.
I have a very nice set of BBS RS009's sized 8 x 16 et11 in boxes and it's time to buy tires to get them mounted up. (all 4 same width-ET)
Problem is that the car they were meant for is changing before I even use the wheels.
Was originally purchased for a 81 380SL., but I just picked up a 88 560SL which will be delivered near the middle of next week.
After a lot of forum reading it would seem that 225/50 16's may be the best tire size for this SL.
Also, I did see reference to larger brake calipers on the 560's and I'm wondering if I may need spacers or not to clear the calipers?
So can someone please confirm (1), the correct tire size for these rims, and (2), Will I need spacers and if so what size?
Thanks...Aero I