v8voodoo

Hi all,

I know it sounds bizarre, but what size tyres can I mount an a classic 16" alloy which would match up with the newage 17" 215/45/17's..? I'm looking at ALL widths and profiles.

Obviously I don't want to cause any diff issues, so would any small fluctuation in rolling diameter cause me future diff problems..?

And finally, an explanation... the 16's are for use as winter wheels and tyres.

Thanks in advance for your help..!!

Nige.

tim's wrx

Shouldn't make any difference to the diff - the important thing is that all 4 tyres have the same rolling circumference (plus the spare tyre).

v8voodoo

I suspected that Tim, but needed confirmation to be happy in my mind.
Thansk for your reply, I'm all "confirmed up" now..lol!!

Paulo P

iTrader: (42)

This is a good site for checking the difference http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

v8voodoo

Paul,

Thank you kindly.
Exactly what I was looking for.

Now all I need to know is what is the narrowest tyre I can safely put on a 16" classic 5 spoke alloy.

Cheers,
Nige

richiewong

Should be 205/55/16's I reckon, these came with my dad's leggy before fitting 17's which are 215/45/17.
Same size as the newage cars

Classic 16's are 205/50/16