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12-11-2012, 05:00 PM | #1 |
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Buying new tires, stock rims- how drastic can I change tires?
So, I know my "stock" size is P205/55/16.
My wheels are oem, Saab 9-2X Aero 16" wheel Size: 16x6.5" Offset: +53 Bolt pattern: 5x100 Wheel Weight: 16.5 pounds (verify) OEM-equipped tire size: 205/55R16 ------------------ I'm seeking your guys opinions if I should change the stock tire size to something else-- such as P195/P210,or perhaps P205/60/16 or P205/50/16. Location: Florida, year round! Worst is rain. What would you guys say?
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12-11-2012, 06:30 PM | #2 |
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Depends on what your priorities are... fuel economy? cornering?
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12-11-2012, 07:35 PM | #3 |
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12-11-2012, 07:47 PM | #4 |
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Unless you have a clear reason for running a different tire size, I'd say stick with stock.
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12-15-2012, 06:07 PM | #5 |
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Well, I found a great deal onsome new bridgestone torenzas! switched around, P195/60/R16.
I've found no difference in ride quality so far. Price installed for four new was $350. speedometer would read 1mph slower, not a big deal. |
01-02-2013, 05:39 PM | #6 |
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A little late.....but, my 1998 Legacy came with 205/55-16's, I "upped" the size to 225/50-16.
Tire diameter is almost exact to stock. Inner sidewall is within ~1/8" of the strut. I don't think I can go any bigger. PS, these are on 1999 Impreza RS 16 x 7" rims (in place of stock 16 x 6.5" rims). |
01-08-2013, 01:50 AM | #7 |
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dont go down in width either go up in with or you could go taller or shorter.
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