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06-17-2007, 03:48 PM | #1 |
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noob question about stock tires
hey guys
well im looking to get a set of winter tires soon im planning to use the stock steels but im not sure whats my size limit i think its currently in 195/65/14? anyways im wondering if 185/70/14s would fit? much thanks, Rob |
06-17-2007, 04:53 PM | #2 |
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Don't know much about "winter tires" here in California. What would your reasoning be to go down a size in width? If 195's fit, go for it.
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06-17-2007, 05:18 PM | #3 |
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reason is someone is letting go a set of new winter tires for cheap.. but the width is smaller..
i guess if its for winter.. wider the better right? |
06-17-2007, 06:28 PM | #4 |
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Most people take the wide tires off in winter....claim they don't want to go toboganning!! I definately think the narrower work best for steering, but as far as starting/stopping it all depends if its snow/ice/slush/mud on which width you prefer. Sort of arguing which oil to use....everyones right for their own vehicle!
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06-17-2007, 06:51 PM | #5 |
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185/70/14's (24.3") would appear to be much taller than OEM 14's, which are 175/65/14 (23").
But, let's look at it this way: OEM 15's are 185/60/15's (23.7"). So, 185/70/14's are only about 2% taller (24.3") than OEM 15's, so you should be fine. I'd definitely install 185/70/14's for the winter if you can them cheap; they'll fit no problem. And, don't run wide tires in the winter. |
06-17-2007, 08:45 PM | #6 |
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awesome! thanks guys
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06-18-2007, 03:30 PM | #7 |
Yes, it it will fit.
For Winter tires, it will be safer to go narrower and lower on snow. |
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06-19-2007, 07:20 AM | #8 |
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narrow tires will help in snow, yes, as they will dig in better.
For reference, pay attention to the wheels used by rallye cars in snow/ice stages, so so narrow they're ridiculous
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06-19-2007, 08:40 AM | #9 |
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Plus it'll be easier to put your chains on....
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