R888s for 16s
03 April 2009, 10:11 AM
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R888s for 16s
Looking at getting some R888s for the upcoming ScoobySprint Championship and I'm running 16s
Normal tyre size is 205/50/16 but I can't see any R888s in that size
I have the option of
205/55/16
215/50/16
225/45/16
What should I go for? I don't think any of them are ideal as for the correcting diameter.
Normal tyre size is 205/50/16 but I can't see any R888s in that size
I have the option of
205/55/16
215/50/16
225/45/16
What should I go for? I don't think any of them are ideal as for the correcting diameter.
03 April 2009, 10:39 AM
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I run the 55 profile ones on my 16's, not anymore out than a 215/45/17.
Put the profiles into this and see what you think.
Tire size calculator
Dan.
Put the profiles into this and see what you think.
Tire size calculator
Dan.
03 April 2009, 11:17 AM
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A narrow tyre on a wide rim is better than a wide tyre on a narrow rim....
e.g. 225/45/17 can be fitted to 7" rim ideal is 7.5" but can go onto a 9" rim as a maximum, so I would recommend the first tyre, unless your on a 7.5" rim and know it won't rub.
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e.g. 225/45/17 can be fitted to 7" rim ideal is 7.5" but can go onto a 9" rim as a maximum, so I would recommend the first tyre, unless your on a 7.5" rim and know it won't rub.
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03 April 2009, 12:17 PM
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to clarify i have the 205/55/16 on OEM MY99 rims so 7in wide and have had no rubbing problems that i have noticed. But those rims and tyres only go on the car for track and drag days. Which have not totalled alot since i have bought them!
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