Changing from 205/50s to 205/55s
Changing from 205/50s to 205/55s
When I bought my car for some reason the previous owner fitted 205/50/16s on the front and 205/55/16s on the rear.
I need 2 new front tyres as they are worn on the inside,money is a bit tight at the moment and rather than fit new cheap tyres I have decided to get decent part worns instead eg Goodyears,Toyos etc
The problem is everywhere I go the 205/50s are not great and in short supply,but the 205/55s are easier to come by and are generally in better condtion ie the tread depths are between 5 and 7 mm which I would say is pretty decent.
If I change from 50s at the front to 55s would it make a lot of difference to my handling etc this is just a temp fix and when my money situation improves I will change all 4 tyres to 50s.
Any input would be greatly appreciated thanks..
Stevie.........
I need 2 new front tyres as they are worn on the inside,money is a bit tight at the moment and rather than fit new cheap tyres I have decided to get decent part worns instead eg Goodyears,Toyos etc
The problem is everywhere I go the 205/50s are not great and in short supply,but the 205/55s are easier to come by and are generally in better condtion ie the tread depths are between 5 and 7 mm which I would say is pretty decent.
If I change from 50s at the front to 55s would it make a lot of difference to my handling etc this is just a temp fix and when my money situation improves I will change all 4 tyres to 50s.
Any input would be greatly appreciated thanks..
Stevie.........
I think the profile NEEDS to be the same on all four corners to stop problems with the diffs.
I would always try and keep the tyre tread depth as even as possible front to rear by swopping the wheels every 3 months.
I would always try and keep the tyre tread depth as even as possible front to rear by swopping the wheels every 3 months.
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Its up to you, but for your reference, you can get brand new budgets, on the 205/50/16 for £46.90 and brand new budget 205/55/16 for £41.80, thats both with a high speed rating aswell. I've currently got bridgestone on the rear but as i bought the wheels from a mate, he stuck some 'WANLI'S' budgets on the front, quite a lot of grip but they are good fun to drive with!!Tyre prices are from www.mytyres.co.uk .
Good Luck.
John
Good Luck.
John
Hi Jonesy,
My main concern was changing from the recommended 50s to 55s more than the price although I appreciate your reply thanks.
I have been offered 2 x goodyears or pirelli with 6mm tread for 60 quid part worn since new tyres come with 8mm I think it's a good deal,and since I don't do trackdays or boot it everywhere (must be getting old) I think they will last as long if not longer than budget tyres.
I don't think changing to 55's at the front will make a lot of difference.
Thanks Stevie
My main concern was changing from the recommended 50s to 55s more than the price although I appreciate your reply thanks.
I have been offered 2 x goodyears or pirelli with 6mm tread for 60 quid part worn since new tyres come with 8mm I think it's a good deal,and since I don't do trackdays or boot it everywhere (must be getting old) I think they will last as long if not longer than budget tyres.
I don't think changing to 55's at the front will make a lot of difference.
Thanks Stevie
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