DJ_JonnyV

I'm looking to put some new rubber on my '04 Allroad. I know stock is 225/55-17, but there are some Bridgestone RE960AS 225/45-17s on TireRack that I'm looking at. I have this same tire on my A6 and absolutely love. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Gary@Tirerack.com

Yes, they'll fit the wheels. but they are much too short for your allroad.

DJ_JonnyV

Thanks for the reply, do you think the Yoko S.4s are the best all-season then on Allroad?

Gary@Tirerack.com

For an ultra-high performance all season, yes.

If you're willing to sacrifice some handling, dry grip and steering response for a tire with a softer ride and longer wear, I like the Bridgestone Turanza Serentity tires.<ul><li><a href="http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AR8&amp;url=/tires/index.jsp">Tires</a></li></ul>

Just Me

I don't know how much you know about sizing - but the first number is the width. 225 mm wide tread. The second number is the sidewall height, expressed as a % of the width. So the proper size is 55% of 225mm. You would make it 20% ( roughly) smaller. That means a smaller wheel, rougher ride, lower load rating, and higher incidence of wheel damage due to sidewall collapse. Noe of the above good.

Grant

DJ_JonnyV

I currently have an appointment with local Audi dealer to put them on next Tuesday (9/16). Should I move this back? Thanks again.

-Jon

Gary@Tirerack.com

Shipping from our Shreveport warehouse, so they should arrive on Friday or Monday.

Thanks again.