18 to 19 upgrade feedback

[msm]

Just thought I'd post some feedback after changing from 18s to 19s, for those who are possibly thinking of upgrading. Did my daily trip to work and back today on roads that I know fairly well wrt bumps, road imperfections, etc.

Previous Tyres: 18" Michelin Pilot Sport Runflats (225/40/18 & 255/35/18)
New Tyres: 19" Toyo T1 Sport (235/35/19 & 265/30/19)

After fitting the tyres, I was very worried about the ride quality as the 19s have very little sidewall height. However, I can confirm that the ride is noticeably softer/smoother after the change, even though I went from 18s to 19s. I can only imagine what an improvement normal 18" tyres would be over runflats.

NB: Not going to start another "run-flat is cr@p" discussion. Just posting my impressions after the change, for those interested and worried about ride quality.

 

[abmi0000]

May I say it??? PLEEEEEZ......

RFT is kak kak kak :rollsmile::rollsmile:

My 20's on a budget tyre which runs a 400 treadwear as opposed to the Bridgestone's 140 felt better.

 

[herr bmw]

rftraise:

sorry had to,as i dont feel like changing a tyre while being stoned:rollsmile:

 

[Karthik]

Runflat is kak :rollsmile: Only problem is finding runflat sizes in non runflat tyres in 19"s . Like 255/30/19s only come in runflats ?

 

[abmi0000]

Runflat is kak :rollsmile: Only problem is finding runflat sizes in non runflat tyres in 19"s . Like 255/30/19s only come in runflats ?

Someone secured that part of the market properly :biglol:

 

[abmi0000]

rftraise:

sorry had to,as i dont feel like changing a tyre while being stoned:rollsmile:

We all have to sacrifice things in life. You just gave up your comfort :roflol:

 

[Legacy]

Yep I agree there is no discussion required. Run flats are kak. :biglol:

 

[herr bmw]

rftraise:

sorry had to,as i dont feel like changing a tyre while being stoned:rollsmile:

We all have to sacrifice things in life. You just gave up your comfort :roflol:

small price to pay,rather that than being stoned to death:roflol:

 

[msm]

rftraise:

sorry had to,as i dont feel like changing a tyre while being stoned:rollsmile:

We all have to sacrifice things in life. You just gave up your comfort :roflol:

small price to pay,rather that than being stoned to death:roflol:

Intention was not to start a RFT debate again. I agree that RFTS do compromise comfort for safety to an extent. However, that said, it also creates a false sense of security too. For example, if you do hit something substantial enough to rupture your sidewall, the reality is that you still don't have a spare...

 

[herr bmw]

so so true msn

 

[abmi0000]

I worked with a guy that had to wait a week for stock on a RFT tyre. Car stood with his run flat tyre.

If I am in a dangerous spot, I will continue to drive slow even if I damage tyre or possibly wheel.

 

[herr bmw]

i have a spare set of 16 inch rims and tyres,that were on the car:rollsmile:

ambi the day i reversed up the road with the bakkie,after seeing other bakkies stoned,one bastard actually walked up the road after me,he was about 200meters away when i pulled off,in the other direction,they were going out to cause trouble,evenig driving slow they will throw stones and petrol bombs

 

[M3_devil]

not much in speedo reading error between old and new.

tyre calculator

Speedometer Difference Speedo Reading Actual Speed
20 mph (32.19 km/h) 20.19 mph (32.49 km/h)
25 mph (40.23 km/h) 25.23 mph (40.61 km/h)
30 mph (48.28 km/h) 30.28 mph (48.73 km/h)
35 mph (56.33 km/h) 35.32 mph (56.85 km/h)
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 40.37 mph (64.97 km/h)
45 mph (72.42 km/h) 45.42 mph (73.09 km/h)
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 50.46 mph (81.21 km/h)
55 mph (88.51 km/h) 55.51 mph (89.34 km/h)
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 60.56 mph (97.46 km/h)
65 mph (104.61 km/h) 65.6 mph (105.58 km/h)

 

[OppositeLockMT]

May I say it??? PLEEEEEZ......

RFT is kak kak kak :rollsmile::rollsmile:

My 20's on a budget tyre which runs a 400 treadwear as opposed to the Bridgestone's 140 felt better.

20"!!!?, Makes me feel so inadequate with my little 16inchers.

 

[Sabretooth tiger]

thanks for the feedback, also want to go normal tires, but all tire shops giving me lip :nonono:

 

[abmi0000]

May I say it??? PLEEEEEZ......

RFT is kak kak kak :rollsmile::rollsmile:

My 20's on a budget tyre which runs a 400 treadwear as opposed to the Bridgestone's 140 felt better.

20"!!!?, Makes me feel so inadequate with my little 16inchers.

No man - that wasn't the intent at all

 

[herr bmw]

May I say it??? PLEEEEEZ......

RFT is kak kak kak :rollsmile::rollsmile:

My 20's on a budget tyre which runs a 400 treadwear as opposed to the Bridgestone's 140 felt better.

20"!!!?, Makes me feel so inadequate with my little 16inchers.

No man - that wasn't the intent at all

it just suits the 550i:thumbs:

 

[abmi0000]

May I say it??? PLEEEEEZ......

RFT is kak kak kak :rollsmile::rollsmile:

My 20's on a budget tyre which runs a 400 treadwear as opposed to the Bridgestone's 140 felt better.

20"!!!?, Makes me feel so inadequate with my little 16inchers.

No man - that wasn't the intent at all

it just suits the 550i:thumbs:

:ty:

 

[Sabretooth tiger]

thanks for the feedback, also want to go normal tires, but all tire shops giving me lip :nonono:

One is telling me to sign a disclaimer :nonono:

 

[OppositeLockMT]

May I say it??? PLEEEEEZ......

RFT is kak kak kak :rollsmile::rollsmile:

My 20's on a budget tyre which runs a 400 treadwear as opposed to the Bridgestone's 140 felt better.

20"!!!?, Makes me feel so inadequate with my little 16inchers.

No man - that wasn't the intent at all

it just suits the 550i:thumbs:

:ty:

Is she manual? Can't begin to imagine how much fun a manual 550i would be :rollsmile: