Converting Outback Legacy Tires to my Legacy SE L Wagon

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Apr 27, 2003 | 06:04 PM

Stargazer

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Converting Outback Legacy Tires to my Legacy SE L Wagon

Hello,

Great forum, lots of info.

I have a 2003 Subaru Legacy SE L Wagon. I would like to fit my 16" wheels (205/55/R16) with Outback tires (225/60/R16). Is this possible? Or will they rub under my fenders? Could it be corrected with a suspension upgrade (Scorpion Lift Kit).

Thanks,
StarGazer

Apr 28, 2003 | 12:27 PM

Dexter@tirerack

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From: Warsaw, Indiana

Car Info: 02 WRX Wagon White

Stargazer,

I know what you're looking to do but I wouldn't recommend it. The 225/60s are almost 2" taller than your car desires. This does cause a problem in terms of speedometer error, gear ratio, fender rubbing, handling, etc.

The Scorpion suspension would address the fender rubbing and handling, but the other problems would still persist.

Last edited by Dexter@tirerack; Apr 28, 2003 at 12:32 PM.