johnlewis1964
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- 2008 C180 Kompressor.
Hi folks what tyre set up is best for 17s on a c180 08 w204 thanks.
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ThanksIf its a staggered set up, 225x45x17 front,245x40x17 rear
Same width alloys front and rear, use 225x45x17 all round.
I had 18's with summer tyres on my S204 and 17's with winters for the cold weather. Noticeably better (I almost used to look forward to winter!), although of course it was a change in wheel size as well as tyre type. Nevertheless, I think the deeper sidewall on the smaller wheel is a big factor, and will definitely help with the potholes. If it is of interest, I have my set of Mercedes original 17 inch alloys with MO Dunlop winters that I keep meaning to put up for sale. 17 inch tyres will be cheaper as well when the time comes to replace them.I was thinking of swapping 18s for 17s, as a pothole has seen to one wheel already.
How is the ride quality on 17 vs 18?
Hi,,just bought a E Class Coupe.2.0 litre Diesel.It has run flat tyres..Are they expensive to buy..Thanks.
I was thinking of swapping 18s for 17s, as a pothole has seen to one wheel already.
How is the ride quality on 17 vs 18?
Interesting. My 17's (also genuine MB) are the same all round, on 225/45's.A couple of other points :
1. The 17's on my car are staggered, so I have 225/45 on the front and 245/40 on the rears - and my SLK has exactly the same! All my wheels are genuine MB, not aftermarket.
2. If you're considering all season tyres, then the staggered setup gives a problem, I have Michelin Crossclimates on the front but cannot ATM find 245/40's for the rears. Michelin used to produce Crossclimates in this size but have discontinued them, and the replacement all season tyre in this size is currently only available in USA and will not be available to UK market until next winter.
That is quite common.Interesting. My 17's (also genuine MB) are the same all round, on 225/45's.
What is it with this site..Always a pri#k with a smart pus#y boy comment..If you haven't got any input say nothing.Why do you not just look online for the relevant tyre prices rather than expect someone else to look for you?
Only you know what you consider to be expensive, to some people £90 is expensive for tyres, to others it would be £150!
Hi,,just bought a E Class Coupe.2.0 litre Diesel.It has run flat tyres..Are they expensive to buy..Thanks.
What is it with this site..Always a pri#k with a smart pus#y boy comment..If you haven't got any input say nothing.
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