315/35/20 tires rubbing issues?

MrWray · 02-07-2016, 04:59 PM

Im about to pull the trigger on new wheels, and i am wanting 20x11 wheels in the back with 315/35 tires, like i had on my 5th gen. I have been told that some have had issues with the 315 tire rubbing. I may have to go with a 305, but im really wanting that 315. Has anyone experienced this?

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mjwill25 · 02-07-2016, 05:48 PM

I have 305/35's on my 20x11's and it is a snug fit, I think that is as big as you are going to be able to go without mods (spacer or something like that).

MrWray · 02-07-2016, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by mjwill25

I have 305/35's on my 20x11's and it is a snug fit, I think that is as big as you are going to be able to go without mods (spacer or something like that).

I wonder if simple spacers from the parts store would fix it?

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mjwill25 · 02-07-2016, 06:32 PM

It's possible. The tire shop I used was mentioning that I would most likely need those if I were to go any bigger.

Eric SS · 02-07-2016, 06:54 PM

If yo yeah the same height, go with a 30 series tire. 35 series is a full inch taller

MrWray · 02-07-2016, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric SS

If yo yeah the same height, go with a 30 series tire. 35 series is a full inch taller

Do they make a 315/30 tire?

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mjwill25 · 02-07-2016, 08:07 PM

They do make 315/30's but they are summer only tires. If you want all seasons then you don't have a choice (I looked all over the place) but to go with a 35.

MrWray · 02-07-2016, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by mjwill25

They do make 315/30's but they are summer only tires. If you want all seasons then you don't have a choice (I looked all over the place) but to go with a 35.

Summer tires arent a problem, i dont get it out in inclimate weather. Its not really that big of a deal if i have to go with 305s, i just really want that fatness like i had with my 5th gen

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oldfriend · 02-07-2016, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric SS

If yo yeah the same height, go with a 30 series tire. 35 series is a full inch taller

Not really , it's more like 9/16"

Goes like this

315x35%=110.25MM = 4" 5/16

315x30% =94.50MM = 3" 3/4 ( 4"5/16-- 3"3/4= 9/16 ) of tire wall !

But I see from where you coming from , but the lower tirewall , that seat on the pavement doesn't count to creat the rubbing issues , it really doesn't !

Eric SS · 02-07-2016, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by oldfriend

Not really , it's more like 9/16"

Goes like this

315x35%=110.25MM = 4" 5/16

315x30% =94.50MM = 3" 3/4 ( 4"5/16-- 3"3/4= 9/16 ) of tire wall !

But I see from where you coming from , but the lower tirewall , that seat on the pavement doesn't count to creat the rubbing issues , it really doesn't !

While your math adds up, in the real world the difference is generally 1" from what I've seen. Look up the tire heights for the same brand/type of tire in the 2 different sizes.

HDRDTD · 02-07-2016, 08:51 PM

Do a simple search on Michilen Pilot Super Sports over on Camaro5.com in the ZL1 forum where this topic is discussed in length.

Many of us are running the MPSS's in 295/315 sizes. Most of us do not have issues with rubbing (unless the car is lowered) while some people do.

I've been running the MPSS's in the K2 version for 1 1/2 years now with no rubbing on stock 5-spoke wheels.

GhostEye07 · 02-07-2016, 11:29 PM

I had some 315/35 Running on my rears no rubbing whatsoever, it was a local brand called accelera here is a picture of that! http://www.camaro6.com/forums/attach...5&d=1450216261

I switched it to 305/35 Pirelli P Zero ended up getting some rubbing on the rear driver side, front part of the right tire there is a cable behind the interior wheelbase cover, you can probably move it to the side but it is a very tight fit!

So I ended up with 295/35 Pirelli P Zero and no rubbing at all! It puts my nerves at ease knowing I gave it some wiggle room! My guess is same thing will happen with any summer performance tires since they are smaller but wider?! not sure how to describe this exactly...

275/40 in the front does rub the walls a bit when i do some turns but im not too worried about that to be honest!

SSNYSTR · 02-08-2016, 12:44 AM

The "performance concept" at SEMA had 335's on the back. Unless it's any different, I don't see why you'd have a problem.

bybcous · 02-08-2016, 08:52 AM

The new zl1 is running 305/30/20 with a 43 offset just a referemce fpr you and i rub with 305/35/20 you may want to do a 315/30/20.

02-07-2016, 04:59 PM	#1
MrWray SYBIL Drives: 2013 2SS/RS, silver ice metallic Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,444	315/35/20 tires rubbing issues? Im about to pull the trigger on new wheels, and i am wanting 20x11 wheels in the back with 315/35 tires, like i had on my 5th gen. I have been told that some have had issues with the 315 tire rubbing. I may have to go with a 305, but im really wanting that 315. Has anyone experienced this? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G890A using Tapatalk __________________

02-07-2016, 05:48 PM	#2
mjwill25 Drives: 2016 Black 2 SS Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 100 View My Garage	I have 305/35's on my 20x11's and it is a snug fit, I think that is as big as you are going to be able to go without mods (spacer or something like that). __________________ 2016 2SS Black on Black, NPP, MRC with 6 speed, ARH Catted LT Headers, AWE Touring Exhaust, RotoFab CAI, Soler Performance TB and TC, GPI Ported LT2 IM, Pray Ported Heads, Pray Custom Grind Stage 2 Cam, DSC v2, BMR STB019H, Stance SF10 in Brushed Dual Gunmetal, Black Bowties, Black SEMA Grille, Smoked Tail Lights, Oracle Ghosted Side Markers

02-07-2016, 06:32 PM	#4
mjwill25 Drives: 2016 Black 2 SS Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 100 View My Garage	It's possible. The tire shop I used was mentioning that I would most likely need those if I were to go any bigger. __________________ 2016 2SS Black on Black, NPP, MRC with 6 speed, ARH Catted LT Headers, AWE Touring Exhaust, RotoFab CAI, Soler Performance TB and TC, GPI Ported LT2 IM, Pray Ported Heads, Pray Custom Grind Stage 2 Cam, DSC v2, BMR STB019H, Stance SF10 in Brushed Dual Gunmetal, Black Bowties, Black SEMA Grille, Smoked Tail Lights, Oracle Ghosted Side Markers

02-07-2016, 08:07 PM	#7
mjwill25 Drives: 2016 Black 2 SS Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 100 View My Garage	They do make 315/30's but they are summer only tires. If you want all seasons then you don't have a choice (I looked all over the place) but to go with a 35. __________________ 2016 2SS Black on Black, NPP, MRC with 6 speed, ARH Catted LT Headers, AWE Touring Exhaust, RotoFab CAI, Soler Performance TB and TC, GPI Ported LT2 IM, Pray Ported Heads, Pray Custom Grind Stage 2 Cam, DSC v2, BMR STB019H, Stance SF10 in Brushed Dual Gunmetal, Black Bowties, Black SEMA Grille, Smoked Tail Lights, Oracle Ghosted Side Markers

02-07-2016, 11:29 PM	#12
GhostEye07 Drives: '16 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 144	I had some 315/35 Running on my rears no rubbing whatsoever, it was a local brand called accelera here is a picture of that! http://www.camaro6.com/forums/attach...5&d=1450216261 I switched it to 305/35 Pirelli P Zero ended up getting some rubbing on the rear driver side, front part of the right tire there is a cable behind the interior wheelbase cover, you can probably move it to the side but it is a very tight fit! So I ended up with 295/35 Pirelli P Zero and no rubbing at all! It puts my nerves at ease knowing I gave it some wiggle room! My guess is same thing will happen with any summer performance tires since they are smaller but wider?! not sure how to describe this exactly... 275/40 in the front does rub the walls a bit when i do some turns but im not too worried about that to be honest! __________________ 2016 Camaro 2LT RS E85 V6 Build Thread \| My Instagram

02-07-2016, 06:54 PM	#5
Eric SS #becauseracecar Drives: 2016 SS Sedan, 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2015 Location: Phoenix Posts: 2,959	If yo yeah the same height, go with a 30 series tire. 35 series is a full inch taller

02-07-2016, 08:51 PM	#11
HDRDTD Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 Vert M6 ECF Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Trenton, Michigan Posts: 7,047	Do a simple search on Michilen Pilot Super Sports over on Camaro5.com in the ZL1 forum where this topic is discussed in length. Many of us are running the MPSS's in 295/315 sizes. Most of us do not have issues with rubbing (unless the car is lowered) while some people do. I've been running the MPSS's in the K2 version for 1 1/2 years now with no rubbing on stock 5-spoke wheels.

02-08-2016, 12:44 AM	#13
SSNYSTR Drives: Black 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Chackbay, La Posts: 698 View My Garage	The "performance concept" at SEMA had 335's on the back. Unless it's any different, I don't see why you'd have a problem. __________________ http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=334019

02-08-2016, 08:52 AM	#14
bybcous Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 1SS Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: hampton roads Posts: 2,763	The new zl1 is running 305/30/20 with a 43 offset just a referemce fpr you and i rub with 305/35/20 you may want to do a 315/30/20. __________________ 1ss/Auto-Hyper Blue acs carbon flash spoiler, bmr springs, gm clear tails. Texas speed cam, 223/227 .635/.635 116 LSA, Kooks Long Tube Headers with green cats, MSD Atomic Air Force Intake, CAI Cold Air Intake, QTP cutouts. 503 hp Best so far 11.5 at 123 with a 1.83 60ft. BMR lower and upper trailing arms and upper control arms,E85 DELIVERED 12/29/15 http://youtube.com/bybcous " no talking only racing on my youtube"

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