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What is the difference between 215 70R16 and 215 65R16?
Registered. What does everyone think about the 215/65R16 vs the 215/70R16 tire size? The tire size calculator says the smaller tire is just slightly larger than stock, while the larger tire is approximately 4% (1.12″) larger in overall diameter.
Can I use 215 65R16 instead 215 60R16?
The difference will be in the overall diameter. It is NOT a good thing to have different sizes in an abs equipped van .
Can I use 225 60R16 instead of 215 70R16?
Short answer: yes.
What is the meaning of 215 60 R16?
Here’s what it all means, using the code for the tested size, P 215/60 R16 95V and 95H: P Passenger tyre. 215 The section width (in mm), which is the distance between the tyre’s exterior sidewalls when the tyre is fitted to the recommended rim, inflated to the recommended pressure, and not under load. 60.
Are 205 and 215 tires interchangeable?
Visually, probably not. You also have to remember that one tire manufacturer’s tread width on a 205 tire is not the same as another. So one brand’s 205 may be the same width as another brand’s 215. Use tire rack to check the tread widths on the tire.
Can I use 225 60r17 instead of 225 65r17?
Yes, the heavier 65s will be more weight per corner and therefore will reduce gas mileage and acceleration slightly, and the speedo will be slightly off. The main advantages are a cushier, softer, smoother ride with more “suspension”/air cushion in the tire sidewall height.
What does 215 mean?
215. Pennsylvania – Philadelphia and SouthEast. Regional » US Phone Area Codes.
How do you read a 215 60R16?
Look for a number structure like this example: P215/60R16. It will run along the outside face of the sidewall. It may be at the bottom of the tire, so you might need to read it upside down. The prefix “P” indicates the tire’s service type.
What happens if you put different size tires on a car?
Changing to larger tires with an improper sidewall height can cause damage to your vehicle’s suspension system, wheels, and the tires themselves, and can run the risk of incorrect speedometer readings.
What tire is wider 205 or 215?
The diameter of the 205 is 26.3 inches and for the 215 the diameter is 26.7 inches. That is 0.4 inches of difference meaning that it would raise the height of the trailer by 0.2 inches. This will not only help with the height but also help to prevent over heating which is why many trailer tires fail.
Can I use 225 60r16 instead of 225 65r16?
Can I put 225/60/R16 tires on my town and country van instead of 225/65/R16. As long as you replace all 4 that should be fine. The ride will suffer slightly as you will lose some sidewall.
Can I use 225 65R17 instead of 215 65R17?
The 225/65R17 is one size larger and much taller and can carry more weight compared to the 215/55R17. The ride will be harsher as well as the aspect ratio is two sizes lower. The smaller tire will fit on the same rim.