I'm using a set of Axis Mag-lites on my Xb...these wheels are 17x7 wide and I ended up with an unusual tire size that might appeal to a couple readers.

225 35 17s
These end up being about 2% smaller so the speedo reads 61.3 mph at 60 (only good for people that like revving) Here is a chart with the differences. Here is how they look on the front. The tires are slightly wider and slightly shorter than 215 40 17

There are 3 or 4 companies that make this size

Falken GRB FK-451
http://www.1010tires.com/tire.asp?ti...l=GRB+FK%2D451

Hankook Ventus Sport K104
http://www.1010tires.com/tire.asp?ti...tus+Sport+K104

Michelin Pilot® Exalto® PE2TM
http://www.1010tires.com/tire.asp?ti...TM%3C%2Fsup%3E

Pirelli P7000
http://www.superbuytires.com/tires/model/Pirelli/P7000/

 

very good choice, I think---to go no larger than stock-- you have gained a bit of braking power and accelerative power (more torque to the road for both going and stopping)

 

a bit wide. i was looking for that tire size for my bimmer but am opting for another ultra rare 16 inch size.

 

moved

 

Hmm the sidewall sticks out alot less than I would of thought...
looks nice but i still think I'm going with 215/45/17 for my next set.

 

225 on 7" wheel, do you have any pics of that, Just want to see how it looks, Sean