View Full Version : Driving 2000 miles on 235/35/19's:
A4addict
05-24-2008, 07:48 PM
Is it safe?
I'm doing a temporary transfer for work to Mississippi for 8 months and I'm planning to drive my B7, all 2000 miles of it. It should take me about 2 days to get there.
I'm wondering if it's safe to drive on my 235/35/19 wheels. Did my research with co-workers in MS and they said that the I-10 all the way is pretty smooth, and the roads around the area of where I'm going to be working at are pretty decent. Now, what I'm concerned about is the distance of it, it might not be too safe.
Maybe I should slap on my 17" stock wheels for this trip just to be on the safe side, or does anyone have any inputs on long drives with low profile tires?
What do you guys think?
CapstoneJHS
05-24-2008, 08:05 PM
I don't see why it'd be a problem. The biggest pro to switching back to your stockers would be that your 19" tires are probably a lot more expensive, and you wouldn't be putting those miles on the 19's.
Raymax_2.0t
05-24-2008, 08:13 PM
I'm not sure if it would be bad for the wheels...but I would do it just for peace of mind, plus it would be cheaper to replace them should something happen. Oh, and It might be a little more comfortable ride. Just my .02
dude they are only wheels.... i went on road trip and did about 2500 k's and did 20 laps on the track at one of the stop overs on my 20's
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A4addict
05-24-2008, 08:32 PM
Hmm.. good points. Specially when my Continentals on those stock wheels are still brand new. Should be a good opportunity for me to wear down those tires.
Plus, there's no point showing off my 19's in MS. Girls in MS are fat anyway.
A4RingPimp
05-24-2008, 08:33 PM
Do u have 4 19's or 5?
That would be my desicion maker
AudiWxGuy
05-24-2008, 09:07 PM
You'll probably get better gas mileage with the 17's as they may be a little lighter...
peregrine
05-25-2008, 12:38 AM
Enjoy the 19's and pick up some fat chicks in MS =)
J/K keep the 19's on and it will better your chances should you run across a nice hot chick.
WhiteVenomA4
05-25-2008, 01:18 AM
put the stock. safe side.
A4RingPimp
05-25-2008, 09:27 AM
Enjoy the 19's and pick up some fat chicks in MS =)
J/K keep the 19's on and it will better your chances should you run across a nice hot chick.
x2 a southern HOT CHICK!
There has to be something worthwhile in MS.
IF all else fails......fat chicks need lovin too!!! 8 months is a LONG time for anyone!
ABanT
05-25-2008, 12:08 PM
If you get a flat and have to put on one 17" with three 19"s, doesn't that mess up the quattro?
Say you get a flat half way there and have no choice but to go the rest of the way with the 17", what does it really do, if anything to the quattro system?
Phrost
05-25-2008, 12:35 PM
For me it would depend on what kind of rubber you have on there... maybe
You could travel in style and show off your wheels to everyone as you're driving, but I wouldn't worry about damaging them assuming you will be looking for road damage/debris.
Or you could do a little work and put the mileage on your oem tires, which are cheap and nobody really cares about. Save some money on not buying 235/35/19's so early... it's kind of a trade off, so I don't see a problem with doing either or.
Sharkfin
05-26-2008, 12:31 AM
For me it would depend on what kind of rubber you have on there... maybe
You could travel in style and show off your wheels to everyone as you're driving, but I wouldn't worry about damaging them assuming you will be looking for road damage/debris.
Or you could do a little work and put the mileage on your oem tires, which are cheap and nobody really cares about. Save some money on not buying 235/35/19's so early... it's kind of a trade off, so I don't see a problem with doing either or.
x2
HeymyAudi
05-26-2008, 09:22 AM
For me it would depend on what kind of rubber you have on there... maybe
You could travel in style and show off your wheels to everyone as you're driving, but I wouldn't worry about damaging them assuming you will be looking for road damage/debris.
Or you could do a little work and put the mileage on your oem tires, which are cheap and nobody really cares about. Save some money on not buying 235/35/19's so early... it's kind of a trade off, so I don't see a problem with doing either or.
x3
Dangler
05-26-2008, 09:56 AM
rock the 19's you'll be fine. i'm going to south carolina this summer, from jersey...once i'm out of jersey, i'll have no worries...except maybe the D.C area
and im on 19x9 bentley wheels...with 225/35/19...and i drive NJ/NY road alot, just keep a look out, and dont tail gate anyone, so you can get a clear view of the road...and you dont run over any suprised.
ultra
05-26-2008, 09:59 AM
fat girls ftmfl
aaron1085
05-26-2008, 11:36 AM
19's may give you better cruising milegae actually...
4RingRook
05-26-2008, 01:15 PM
Should be fine. You bought the 19s to use, not leave home. [up]
A4addict
05-26-2008, 02:59 PM
For me it would depend on what kind of rubber you have on there... maybe
You could travel in style and show off your wheels to everyone as you're driving, but I wouldn't worry about damaging them assuming you will be looking for road damage/debris.
Or you could do a little work and put the mileage on your oem tires, which are cheap and nobody really cares about. Save some money on not buying 235/35/19's so early... it's kind of a trade off, so I don't see a problem with doing either or.
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Phrost
05-26-2008, 07:35 PM
<3 <3 <3
Just leave them on, it will save you the hassle of swapping. All highway miles won't be much harm on your tires anyway, it's not like you'll be driving hard or turning all that much to wear the tires down. Just make sure you really watch the roads though, since you'll be in unfamiliar territory. Hitting a pothole at 65+mph can bend a 19" wheel easily :(
A4CE1
05-26-2008, 09:47 PM
whats the point of having wheels if youre scared to drive on them? its like putting plastic over your couch because you dont want dust on it. go for it and have fun knowing youre a baller.
RedS-line
05-27-2008, 10:20 PM
whats the point of having wheels if youre scared to drive on them? its like putting plastic over your couch because you dont want dust on it. go for it and have fun knowing youre a baller.
i agree. no point putting buying wheels to put them on a pedestal and live in fear of them getting hurt. if you dont have a spare 19 then that would be my only real reasoning for going back to stock.