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scape · 02-28-2010, 06:39 PM

i think weight is a tricky thing as not all rims are weighted in the same places (some have more weight at the rim itself rather than the hub bolt section) as well some tires (low profile) can have heavy belts to keep their stability and form under stress, comes with the territory of low profile high performance tires (and thus more weight at the outermost portion of the tire/wheel diameter is going to be felt first)
I personally went with 195/55/15's general exclaim uhp's, adds more grip than stock and also better stopping while also maintaining relatively similar weights.
after some research I found you can not get the exact stock tire as the aftermarket tire (same brand and type) actually weighs more.

why? · 02-28-2010, 09:35 PM

but who would want the oem stock tire? They truly stink.

For rim weight use wheelweights.net. The best guide out there.

Rikster · 03-01-2010, 06:52 AM

I've got 15" 7J et 44 work cr-kai's, i was thinking of a 185/55/R15 tire! will this fit properly?

*kimona* · 03-01-2010, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rikster

I've got 15" 7J et 44 work cr-kai's, i was thinking of a 185/55/R15 tire! will this fit properly?

Yes, 185's will fit, but with ET44, you can install 205's and have a very nice fitment.

Rikster · 03-01-2010, 07:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kimona

Yes, 185's will fit, but with ET44, you can install 205's and have a very nice fitment.

i think 205's will make my car pretty slow, it's just a 1.0

SilverBack · 03-01-2010, 11:49 PM

Yes, 205's will slow you down just a little because of a larger contact patch and increased rolling resistance. Also, like Why said, they can weigh more because of thicker sidewall construction. These are my only regrets with this tire, so the next DD set to get will be the same brand but in 195.

Billiam · 03-28-2010, 10:05 AM

Alright fellas...I just read this entire thread and it's kinda got me rethinking my possible setup. I thought I was going rather conservitive, but maybe not.

Here's what I was thinking:

TRD or NF210 springs

Rim #1 - 15x6.5, +38mm offset with a 205/55 tire

Rim #2 - 15x6, +39mm offset with a 205/55 tire

Will I really rub with either of these setups?

EDIT: Ok...forget the 6.5 inch rim. I just bought a set of OE xB1 rims...that'd be rim #2, 15x6, +39mm offset. So...like I asked, do you gurus think I'll be ok with a 205/55 tire with either of the above mentioned springs?

*tk-421* · 03-29-2010, 09:36 PM

I have almost exactly the same setup (205/50R15 +38 on 6.5" wheels with NF201 springs) and there's no rub whatsoever. I went with a bit lower profile tires because of price concerns, but I will probably go with 205/55 the next time around since there's definitely enough space in there for that size.

Billiam · 03-30-2010, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tk-421

I have almost exactly the same setup (205/50R15 +38 on 6.5" wheels with NF201 springs) and there's no rub whatsoever. I went with a bit lower profile tires because of price concerns, but I will probably go with 205/55 the next time around since there's definitely enough space in there for that size.

Thanks for the info.

I'm actually getting a bit of conflicting info though. Some say that with a 1.5 inch drop, 15x6, +39mm offset and a 205/55 tire I may get some rubbing in the front fender during hard bumps.

My wheels and TRD springs are already are ordered, so I can't really change that. I think I'll just get the springs installed and evaluate how it sits on the stock steelies/tires and go from there.

If anyone out there is running a 205/55/15 tire on a 6 inch rim with 39mm offset on TRD springs...please chime in.

talcum · 05-24-2010, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tk-421

I have almost exactly the same setup (205/50R15 +38 on 6.5" wheels with NF201 springs) and there's no rub whatsoever. I went with a bit lower profile tires because of price concerns, but I will probably go with 205/55 the next time around since there's definitely enough space in there for that size.

Ok, I've got Tein coilovers instead of springs for my drop, but otherwise we're the same. My Dunlops need to be replaced. What's the best tire for summer driving?
Talcum

HTM Yaris · 05-24-2010, 07:58 PM

Try this tire in this size and I feel certain you will love this tire .
If you would like to see a full hands on demonstration of how good these tires are , just go to the Photo/Video page on this forum and look for Dragon Yaris HD .

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

10DG22 · 03-31-2010, 02:55 PM

I have a set of 15 by 7 4 lug 0 offset wheels, would they fit possibly?

Mouse · 04-02-2010, 12:02 PM

I'm looking at some 14x7 28 offset wheels with 195/55/14 tires. Will this setup fit with a 2" or more drop?

TinyGiant · 04-07-2010, 10:27 PM

has anyone fit 215/50/17 on without any issues?

*kimona* · 04-09-2010, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TinyGiant

has anyone fit 215/50/17 on without any issues?

I've seen several Vitz with 205/50/17's on stock suspension in Japan. Looked good with no issues according to the owners.

khilafet · 04-08-2010, 10:06 AM

hi all..i'm newbie in wheel n tire topics..which one is the best in performance and fuel economy for oem tires mentioned in first post..i currently have 185/60/R15..if i want to replace it,should i buy a bigger wheels/tires or stick with the same size??thanks

Dadombomb15 · 04-22-2010, 01:52 AM

Do you guys think a 205/40/17 would be fine on a sedan with AOE tigertec springs? I'm thinking about getting these after i get my springs, but don't want rubbing

VQ35 · 04-25-2010, 09:54 PM

I'm considering 15x7 wheels with 35 offset along with TRD springs for my 3dr hatch. Will I have any issues with either 185/60-15 or 195/55-15 tires?

I've searched and can't find many examples of others with this setup to get a clear answer. Thanks in advance.

03-01-2010, 11:49 PM	#6
SilverBack Joey View User's Garage Drives: '14 Scion xD 5-speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: El Monte, Ca Posts: 3,529	Yes, 205's will slow you down just a little because of a larger contact patch and increased rolling resistance. Also, like Why said, they can weigh more because of thicker sidewall construction. These are my only regrets with this tire, so the next DD set to get will be the same brand but in 195. __________________ Formerly owned Met-Met. '07 Yaris LB 5-speed. A forum post should be like a skirt: Long enough to cover the subject but short enough to keep things interesting. "I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem." -Hank Hill

03-28-2010, 10:05 AM	#7
Billiam View User's Garage Drives: '10 White Yaris 4D LB Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: USA Posts: 558	Alright fellas...I just read this entire thread and it's kinda got me rethinking my possible setup. I thought I was going rather conservitive, but maybe not. Here's what I was thinking: TRD or NF210 springs Rim #1 - 15x6.5, +38mm offset with a 205/55 tire Rim #2 - 15x6, +39mm offset with a 205/55 tire Will I really rub with either of these setups? EDIT: Ok...forget the 6.5 inch rim. I just bought a set of OE xB1 rims...that'd be rim #2, 15x6, +39mm offset. So...like I asked, do you gurus think I'll be ok with a 205/55 tire with either of the above mentioned springs? Last edited by Billiam; 03-28-2010 at 09:22 PM.

03-29-2010, 09:36 PM	#8
tk-421 Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 5D-07-LB Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dagobah Posts: 4,263	I have almost exactly the same setup (205/50R15 +38 on 6.5" wheels with NF201 springs) and there's no rub whatsoever. I went with a bit lower profile tires because of price concerns, but I will probably go with 205/55 the next time around since there's definitely enough space in there for that size. __________________ --[ FORUM RULES ]--[ SEARCHING TIPS ]--[ EYELIDS PICS ]--[ RBK SPOILER ]--[ BEST/WORST INVESTMENTS ]-- Last edited by tk-421; 03-29-2010 at 09:58 PM.

05-24-2010, 07:58 PM	#11
HTM Yaris resident senior View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: south Carolina Posts: 814	Try this tire in this size and I feel certain you will love this tire . If you would like to see a full hands on demonstration of how good these tires are , just go to the Photo/Video page on this forum and look for Dragon Yaris HD . http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes __________________

04-07-2010, 10:27 PM	#14
TinyGiant Tiny Giant Clothing View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Blazing Blue Yaris 3D LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Rochester, NH Posts: 3,394	has anyone fit 215/50/17 on without any issues? __________________ Sold the yaris... rocking an 89 vw cabriolet now :)

02-28-2010, 06:39 PM	#1
scape View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Beaufort, South Carolina Posts: 388	i think weight is a tricky thing as not all rims are weighted in the same places (some have more weight at the rim itself rather than the hub bolt section) as well some tires (low profile) can have heavy belts to keep their stability and form under stress, comes with the territory of low profile high performance tires (and thus more weight at the outermost portion of the tire/wheel diameter is going to be felt first) I personally went with 195/55/15's general exclaim uhp's, adds more grip than stock and also better stopping while also maintaining relatively similar weights. after some research I found you can not get the exact stock tire as the aftermarket tire (same brand and type) actually weighs more.

02-28-2010, 09:35 PM	#2
why? Only Happy When it Rains View User's Garage Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: harnett county NC Posts: 4,097	but who would want the oem stock tire? They truly stink. For rim weight use wheelweights.net. The best guide out there. __________________ Colin Chapman disciple

03-01-2010, 06:52 AM	#3
Rikster Drives: Toyota Yaris (2010) Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NL Posts: 54	I've got 15" 7J et 44 work cr-kai's, i was thinking of a 185/55/R15 tire! will this fit properly?

03-31-2010, 02:55 PM	#12
10DG22 Drives: 2010 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Arizona Posts: 44	I have a set of 15 by 7 4 lug 0 offset wheels, would they fit possibly?

04-02-2010, 12:02 PM	#13
Mouse Drives: 2007 MX5 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Miami, Fl. Posts: 338	I'm looking at some 14x7 28 offset wheels with 195/55/14 tires. Will this setup fit with a 2" or more drop?

04-08-2010, 10:06 AM	#16
khilafet I've made a post! Drives: yaris Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: indonesia Posts: 1	hi all..i'm newbie in wheel n tire topics..which one is the best in performance and fuel economy for oem tires mentioned in first post..i currently have 185/60/R15..if i want to replace it,should i buy a bigger wheels/tires or stick with the same size??thanks

04-22-2010, 01:52 AM	#17
Dadombomb15 View User's Garage Drives: 1996 Miata Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 38	Do you guys think a 205/40/17 would be fine on a sedan with AOE tigertec springs? I'm thinking about getting these after i get my springs, but don't want rubbing __________________ 1996 Miata Exterior: Aftermarket rims (on car when I bought it), aftermarket glass-window soft-top (also on car when bought) Interior: Alpine H/U Performance: Corksport "Drift" Cat-Back Exhaust, Hard Dog Ace Double Diagonal Roll Bar Future (planned) mods: Intake, bumper turning light "induction" kit, better aftermarket wheels (lighter), light flywheel, upgraded clutch, racing seats, etc etc.

04-25-2010, 09:54 PM	#18
VQ35 Drives: 2007 HB Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 5	I'm considering 15x7 wheels with 35 offset along with TRD springs for my 3dr hatch. Will I have any issues with either 185/60-15 or 195/55-15 tires? I've searched and can't find many examples of others with this setup to get a clear answer. Thanks in advance.

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