Guys I have 235 60 14's at the moment and one has a flat. My spare is 205 70 14 and it rubs on the front and obviously wont work on the rear. Whats more I cant find any 205 70 14's on eBay apart from an old Merc wheel and tyre
Now I have found several sizes near to what I need but not spot on. I found some good part worn 225 60 14's......will these be okay or will I skid off the road as soon as it rains?? Personally I thought it'd prob be fine but
Also if the above is okay could I even fit 185's to the front (and wider at the rear)or are they too narrow for the rim (Magnums) ?
I know its not the best me for going for part worns but I'm not sure if I'm keeping these wheels and I'll never get through the tread on a new set with the small amount of miles I do so it's just a stop-gap so to speak
Advise much appreciated!!!!!!!
what tyre size
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There should be very little difference. You are only talking 10mm difference in the width of the tyres section width, not necessarily the tread width, so it could well be the same tread width as what you take off. If you are changing a pair on one axle then absolutely fine IMHO.
You can quite easily get two tyres the same "size" according to the numbers written on the sidewalls with noticeably different tread widths if they are from different manufacturers ,because some tyres are built to more of a budget than others. A 225 tyre does not necessarily have a tread width of 225 mm, it can vary quite alot.
I say go for it if the tyres are in good condition, and not cracking or damaged.
As it is slightly smaller you should also have no problems with rubbing of arches etc.
Hope this helps.
You can quite easily get two tyres the same "size" according to the numbers written on the sidewalls with noticeably different tread widths if they are from different manufacturers ,because some tyres are built to more of a budget than others. A 225 tyre does not necessarily have a tread width of 225 mm, it can vary quite alot.
I say go for it if the tyres are in good condition, and not cracking or damaged.
As it is slightly smaller you should also have no problems with rubbing of arches etc.
Hope this helps.
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Spacers , NO!
Only to be used if things are fouling, and they will put extra stress on the studs, plus you will have fewer turns of thread holding the wheel on with each nut.
I dont like them!
Only to be used if things are fouling, and they will put extra stress on the studs, plus you will have fewer turns of thread holding the wheel on with each nut.
I dont like them!
Matt Hollingsworth - Vehicle Registrar
Panther Pink 73 Aussie Charger 265 Hemi 4 spd
Challenger Sam Posey Tribute car
Panther Pink 73 Aussie Charger 265 Hemi 4 spd
Challenger Sam Posey Tribute car