Tyre size - 215/65?
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A few things to consider in your decision (but things you might already know):
The original size is 225/60-16. A variation in width or aspect changes the sidewall height. In this case, a 215/65 will be slightly taller, while a 215/60 will be slightly shorter than the 225/60. A change will slightly affect the speedometer and odometer accuracy. Also, the final drive ratio will be a little different.
More importantly, the original spec for load rating is 97. The 215/60 is usually carries a 94 or 95 load rating. If you look around you can probably find a few in this size with the XL rating which is usually 99. Falken Ziex is one example. Choices are limited. I see that most 215/65 tires are load rated at 98 or above, so no worries there, and many choices.
The original Z speed rating is equivalent to a V rating I believe (V+?). I think it is a good idea to keep to at least an H rating, if not V. But don't take H rated tires out on the Autobahn!
A tire shop might refuse to sell you tires that have a lower load rating (or too low a speed rating) than the originals.
Some non-USA cars have sport suspension which would include wider 8" sport rims. I don't think the narrow 215s would fit or look right on the sport rims.
The original size is 225/60-16. A variation in width or aspect changes the sidewall height. In this case, a 215/65 will be slightly taller, while a 215/60 will be slightly shorter than the 225/60. A change will slightly affect the speedometer and odometer accuracy. Also, the final drive ratio will be a little different.
More importantly, the original spec for load rating is 97. The 215/60 is usually carries a 94 or 95 load rating. If you look around you can probably find a few in this size with the XL rating which is usually 99. Falken Ziex is one example. Choices are limited. I see that most 215/65 tires are load rated at 98 or above, so no worries there, and many choices.
The original Z speed rating is equivalent to a V rating I believe (V+?). I think it is a good idea to keep to at least an H rating, if not V. But don't take H rated tires out on the Autobahn!
A tire shop might refuse to sell you tires that have a lower load rating (or too low a speed rating) than the originals.
Some non-USA cars have sport suspension which would include wider 8" sport rims. I don't think the narrow 215s would fit or look right on the sport rims.
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Hello,
I just bought a great X300 from 1994. 4,0 Sovereign. However, the tyres need replacement.
Currently, it has 225/60-16s. But I was wondering, if 215/65-16 could do instead? Or 215/60-16..? They are substantially cheaper..
Thansk in advance.
Best regards
CJ
I just bought a great X300 from 1994. 4,0 Sovereign. However, the tyres need replacement.
Currently, it has 225/60-16s. But I was wondering, if 215/65-16 could do instead? Or 215/60-16..? They are substantially cheaper..
Thansk in advance.
Best regards
CJ
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