C250 wheels

[Mc250Cgi]

Hi
Just checking if it ok to put a set of front wheels on the back of my car.

I have tyre size 225 45 17 on the front and 245 40 17 on the back
I can't get michelin crossclimate for the rear tyre size so I've got a front pair of wheels to put on the back with same size tyres as front
I'm sure it will be fine but just for peace of mind

Thanks mark

 

[stubax]

It may drive ok but you could have a problem with your insurance, they will class it as a mod as it is no longer to manufacturers specification.

 

[Chrishazle]

Sounds like you have a staggered set-up with different size rims front and rear - I'd guess 7 1/2J fronts and 8J rears - hence the different tyre sizes. Assume you've bought a new pair of rims same size as the front rims - as if you're planning to fit 225's to 8J rims I'm not sure they'd sit securely.

 

[Mc250Cgi]

It may drive ok but you could have a problem with your insurance, they will class it as a mod as it is no longer to manufacturers specification.

Didn't even think about the insurance i will give them a call.
Thanks

 

[Mc250Cgi]

Sounds like you have a staggered set-up with different size rims front and rear - I'd guess 7 1/2J fronts and 8J rears - hence the different tyre sizes. Assume you've bought a new pair of rims same size as the front rims - as if you're planning to fit 225's to 8J rims I'm not sure they'd sit securely.

Yes staggered setup.
I have a set off rims same size as front.
I didnt think it would make much difference to handling as the same car in elegance spec has the same size wheels.

Sounds like you have a staggered set-up with different size rims front and rear - I'd guess 7 1/2J fronts and 8J rears - hence the different tyre sizes. Assume you've bought a new pair of rims same size as the front rims - as if you're planning to fit 225's to 8J rims I'm not sure they'd sit securely.

 

[rf065]

225/45x17 is what everyone fits all round for winter tyres anyway, and they do fit on a staggered set up without swapping wheels. You can fit a 225 up to 8.5J.