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Old 02-09-2022, 01:05 PM   #1
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Appreciate the information. I figured my driving skills weren't advanced enough where I would notice the slight difference.

The only sliding I've done in a tiny bit here and there due to the current rear's being pretty bald.

For canyon carving, would you recommend a wider front tire? My front wheels are 18x8 so the 235 should fit no problem.

The cost difference between 225-40-18 and 235-40-18 is a wash.
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Old 02-09-2022, 01:44 PM   #2
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Appreciate the information. I figured my driving skills weren't advanced enough where I would notice the slight difference.

The only sliding I've done in a tiny bit here and there due to the current rear's being pretty bald.

For canyon carving, would you recommend a wider front tire? My front wheels are 18x8 so the 235 should fit no problem.

The cost difference between 225-40-18 and 235-40-18 is a wash.
My experiences are on the 17" Boxster tires, and I really liked 225/45/17 front vs the stock 205/50/17. Both for looks and handling.

In 18"s, I don't have any experience running a 235mm wide front tire on te 986, but if it fits (and I am sure it does, 25.4" diameter on that size, plenty of room) I think I know some folks running that size on stock suspension) I bet it would both look better and provide a little better front grip.
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