I had the new tyres fitted yesterday.
The wheels are VW Karthoum 18x8 alloys.
There is slight rubbing at max wheel turn, which I'll sort out by trimming the IC intakes.
Road noise is more than on the Michelin gum balls, but still acceptable (the pros outweigh the cons).
Steering "feel" is different, but I suppose I'll get used to that.
Ride is undoubtedly softer than on the 45 profile 19" tyres.
The spare does fit on the carrier and hitches a ride in the back for the moment. Mod to the carrier to follow.
For looks only, I still carry a 19" spare on the carrier.
(The first two pictures show the size difference between the BFG 265x65x18 T/A and 285x45x19 Michelins)
The wheels are VW Karthoum 18x8 alloys.
There is slight rubbing at max wheel turn, which I'll sort out by trimming the IC intakes.
Road noise is more than on the Michelin gum balls, but still acceptable (the pros outweigh the cons).
Steering "feel" is different, but I suppose I'll get used to that.
Ride is undoubtedly softer than on the 45 profile 19" tyres.
The spare does fit on the carrier and hitches a ride in the back for the moment. Mod to the carrier to follow.
For looks only, I still carry a 19" spare on the carrier.
(The first two pictures show the size difference between the BFG 265x65x18 T/A and 285x45x19 Michelins)