19" square set-up w/ proper load rating

JTM09 · 03-18-2019, 01:18 PM

Looking for a square set of summer tires ..

was thinking of 255 or 265/35/19.

After calling a local shop I was told that PA will now check load ratings on tires for state inspections. Of course I want to stay within spec for safety.. never heard of this tho.

I was going to price out firestone Indy 500s but was told the load rating I need is 100 but these tires rate at 98 , so no go.

Anyone else come across this?

I’ve had pilot sports before and honestly not impressed for the price. I daily the car, no track time. Just need a capable mid range tire. Suggestions (that will meet load requirements)?

Edit - I’m thinking I need a 275 in the rear to meet the 100 load requirements. Thoughts?

My stock Michelins say 99 on the sidewall ... help?!

wsccsw13 · 03-19-2019, 05:38 AM

As far as square sizing, I’d go with 275/35R19. I run this square size in MSC2s on the track. As far as tire, lots of manufacturers make various tires with multiple load ratings in each size. Never heard of a state inspection looking that closely at a tire...kinda a PITA.

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JTM09 BMW addict 384 Rep 481 Posts Drives: German cars Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	19" square set-up w/ proper load rating Looking for a square set of summer tires .. was thinking of 255 or 265/35/19. After calling a local shop I was told that PA will now check load ratings on tires for state inspections. Of course I want to stay within spec for safety.. never heard of this tho. I was going to price out firestone Indy 500s but was told the load rating I need is 100 but these tires rate at 98 , so no go. Anyone else come across this? I’ve had pilot sports before and honestly not impressed for the price. I daily the car, no track time. Just need a capable mid range tire. Suggestions (that will meet load requirements)? Edit - I’m thinking I need a 275 in the rear to meet the 100 load requirements. Thoughts? My stock Michelins say 99 on the sidewall ... help?! __________________ M3 CS LRG Last edited by JTM09; 03-18-2019 at 10:14 PM..
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wsccsw13 Private First Class 88 Rep 173 Posts Drives: 2016 M4 Join Date: May 2015 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	As far as square sizing, I’d go with 275/35R19. I run this square size in MSC2s on the track. As far as tire, lots of manufacturers make various tires with multiple load ratings in each size. Never heard of a state inspection looking that closely at a tire...kinda a PITA.
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