I need to replace my tires and am torn between the AD08 vs. RS3. I plan on doing some track events but not many.

Also, for those on a 225 size tire up front did you have any clearance issues? Rubbing? I plan on eventually lowering my car on a set of Swift Spec R's and am wondering if the extra width would be an issue...

Thank you!

 

I am running 225 RS3s in the front on stock wheels and springs. I have not had any rubbing issues with street or autocrossing. I also run 255s in the rear with no rubbing issues.

 

Thank you!

 

These are stock upgrade sizes for S2k. You will not have rubbing or clearance issues.

 

Yeah no issues at stock height.

 

Thanks! I plan on lowering on Swift Spec R and i read it may have a chance of rubbing against the fender liner clips and eventually wear through them.

 

Yes. It can also go through the liner and grab the fender so keep a close eye on that when you lower. The rears will be fine but the front can cause damage even with oem wheels when lowered.

 

Thank u. I will keep a very close eye on it.

Appears 225/45/17 is a hard size to come by... Tirerack and other tire shops near me are sold out.