New S2000 Owner tire question

[Bigpappaholt]

I just bought a 2000 s2k that currently has 225/35/19 in front and 245/35/19 in the rear. The rears need to be changed asap. the owner told me that 255/35/19s will fit and reccommened nitto invo tires. Just wanted to see what people think about this set up and possibly tire reccomendations. the s2k is turbo but will be a daily driver also so i dont want to burn thou tires. once the front wear i was planing on puttin 235/35/19 on them. Any info/opinions would be appreciated.

[gomarlins3]

All I know for sure is that 19" wheels are huge.

[Bigpappaholt]

haha yes they are, they seem to fit real nice, i didnt hear any rubbing

[sonic]

Congrats on the new car. Turbo..... nice!!

[Bigpappaholt]

thanks, im real excited. cant wait to get out and drive it.

[Java Junky]

Big, over the yearz I've put a whole lodda oversized rimz'n hoopz on a whole lodda different vehiclez. 'Too much new stuff goin' on in the world'a tires lately to stay on top of it as easily'z was done back when the 60 seriez was what was happenin'.
You may've read it in other threadz on the topic, but especially when it involves anything oversized, I'd run it by the guyz at the 'Rack (TireRack) to get their input.
Checkin' what rubber'z available for your specific rimz'n application with them is never a bad idea n' jus' 'cause you use their extensive experience n' testin' know-how don't necessarily mean you godda buy there.
But checkin' with'em could save you a whole lodda grief'n hard-earned, y'know?
Be well, n' like the ol' knight said . . . . .
Java

[Seattle2k]

19 is way too big for the S. 18 is pushing it already.

[Bigpappaholt]

will def check with the rack.... 19s were already on the car, like i said there is no rubbing are far as i can tell and it handles quite well.

[Java Junky]

The proof'a the puddin'z the combination'a serious corner'n uneven pavement Big, but that'z where the folkz at the 'Rack save you from havin'ta buy'n try.
They already know what fitz'n whut don't.
'Really glad you're checkin' with'em.
You've chosen wisely.
Java

[Bigpappaholt]

what bout far as brand and type of tire. lookinf for something good in both wet and dry preformance. this is a daily driver but will wanna have fun on the weekends.

[H20]

Originally Posted by Bigpappaholt

what bout far as brand and type of tire. lookinf for something good in both wet and dry preformance. this is a daily driver but will wanna have fun on the weekends.

I think you will be limited in tire selection by the wheel size. You may have to do your own research for that. Not many have gone to such large wheels. Or ask Tire Rack.
Ask what 17" tires work well and you will get much input..

[Java Junky]

Yeah Big, H2'z right on'a money widd'att. The oversized rimz'r gonna limit yer optionz.
'Probably not whu'cha wanna hear, budd'idd'izz whudd'idd'izz. 'Ain't alodda smoke'n mirrorz served up on'a site.
Did you get the stock rimz when you bought the car? I can think'a no quicker, easier way'da ge'cha out'n enjoyin' yer new ride on hoopz'att measure up ta your requirementz.
Java

[Bigpappaholt]

no he did not have stock rims. im going to find a tire rack in the area and go talk wiht them.

[gomarlins3]

Originally Posted by Bigpappaholt

im going to find a tire rack in the area and go talk wiht them.

The Tire Rack is online, not a physical store. tirerack.com If you call them, ask for Jim, he is the S2000 expert there.

[Bigpappaholt]

o ok thanks gomarlins3 i will give jim a call.

[DJJSR]

TireRack retail store is in Southbend. Been there, great store.

[Java Junky]

'D'ja notice't Don'z bug keepz makin' 8'z? (Whudd'a'yuh want? 'Slow newz day.)
'He getz a second bug up there doin' V'z I'll be impressed.
Java

[gomarlins3]

Originally Posted by DJJSR

TireRack retail store is in Southbend. Been there, great store.

I stand corrected. Lucky for you guys. We have to get ours shipped from Reno Nevada.

[DJJSR]

Originally Posted by Java Junky

'D'ja notice't Don'z bug keepz makin' 8'z?

Some people are so easily amused.

[Bigpappaholt]

south bend, indiana right? thats not too far from me

[DJJSR]

Yup. Southbend, Indiana. You can see the place from I-80.

[Bigpappaholt]

any opinions on general exclaim uhp?

[playingmilitary]

when i was still in the auto cross groups i hung with kumo tires were realy good bargins for the price i was thinking about going to them does anybody have any input on the brand or if they are using them what size is it and what did it cast you. it would be a great help thanx

[dezignpro04]

Originally Posted by playingmilitary

when i was still in the auto cross groups i hung with kumo tires were realy good bargins for the price i was thinking about going to them does anybody have any input on the brand or if they are using them what size is it and what did it cast you. it would be a great help thanx

I have 205 55/R16 in front and 225 50/R16 in back. All of them are in the flavor of Kuhmo Exsta ASX. Temp AA Trac A. Very happy with them. Ride very quiet and have nice road grip.

Just my .02

[playingmilitary]

thats what i use to run on my old honda in the stock class so i think thats the next place i am going to drop some money.

[JOECHY]

Originally Posted by Bigpappaholt

I just bought a 2000 s2k that currently has 225/35/19 in front and 245/35/19 in the rear. The rears need to be changed asap. the owner told me that 255/35/19s will fit and reccommened nitto invo tires. Just wanted to see what people think about this set up and possibly tire reccomendations. the s2k is turbo but will be a daily driver also so i dont want to burn thou tires. once the front wear i was planing on puttin 235/35/19 on them. Any info/opinions would be appreciated.

As a daily driver?? I would suggest downgrading to 17'snot because of looks or size concerns but because of costs of driving the S daily. I drive approximately 80 miles per day and at that rate I have to buy tires every 6 - 7 months (I do not spin tires out). 17's can be pricey but 19's way expensive every 6 months. Something to consider especially with everything increasing in price. Its a consensus accross the board that the S runs through rear tires like there's no tomorrow especially for those of us who use it daily.

I haven't seen an S with 19's on it do you have any pictures?

[Bigpappaholt]

ya. well its a daily driver during the summer and when school starts back up i wont be driving it at much and i plan on storing it a few months during the winter. I just ordered 2 nitto invo for the rear, i got them for 194 each plus tax. i optd to get a mid price range tire. hopefully i can get atleast a 12 months outta the tire since i wont daily drive it all year. even when i do daily drive i say i avg around 25 miles a day. I do have a few pictures but not real sure how to post pictures on here yet. can someone give me a quick how to post pics?

[s2000isu]

I ran kumhos before. I agree great tire for the money. I now run hankook's on both of my cars mainly because my dad gets them a lil cheaper through his work. I love y rs2's on my s2000.