Yet another tire question
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Yet another tire question
I'm replacing my WRX stock tires and sticking with the factory rims (this time). My question is very simple: any issues with going for the Contiextreme Contact in 215/55VR16 rather than the stock 205 width?
TireRack's stats show the 215 pretty much equal to the stock size in terms of performance, but I think the wider tread would look better and just want to be sure there will be no space issues.
Advice appreciated!
TireRack's stats show the 215 pretty much equal to the stock size in terms of performance, but I think the wider tread would look better and just want to be sure there will be no space issues.
Advice appreciated!
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The 215/55 is a little taller and the 215/50 a little shorter than we prefer to recommend. That's why the 225/50 is a better choice - perfect in diameter and it fits the stock rim without incidence. Your Contis are available in this size as well.
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Originally posted by Dexter@tirerack
The 215/55 is a little taller and the 215/50 a little shorter than we prefer to recommend. That's why the 225/50 is a better choice - perfect in diameter and it fits the stock rim without incidence. Your Contis are available in this size as well.
The 215/55 is a little taller and the 215/50 a little shorter than we prefer to recommend. That's why the 225/50 is a better choice - perfect in diameter and it fits the stock rim without incidence. Your Contis are available in this size as well.
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rjc,
It's no problem on wagon or sedan. There's even a wagon owner here who did it - so I can guarantee it fits fine. They look nice on the wheels too - not "baloonish" like it sounds. The 225 is under an inch wider so it makes for a nice upgrade.
It's no problem on wagon or sedan. There's even a wagon owner here who did it - so I can guarantee it fits fine. They look nice on the wheels too - not "baloonish" like it sounds. The 225 is under an inch wider so it makes for a nice upgrade.
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