Changing tyre sizes

Our Jag has low profile tyres (225/40 ZR18 (92Y) Pirellis) on alloys. We have had all sorts of problems, tyre splits/rips/puntures on bad road surfaces, plus a very hard/firm ride.

I would like to change to 'normal' tyres for a better ride/less problems.

Can I fit different tyres (not low profile) onto these alloys or do I need new wheels (what sort/size) and then what size tyre should I buy?

Will this constitute 'modified' on the insurance?

Asked on 1 June 2011 by Ray25

Answered by Honest John

No you have to change the wheels so a smaller size: 17s or 16s, then buy a set of deeper profile tyres to match the rolling circumference of the originals.

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