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Doug Brashear replied directly: >> So the stock tire is basically a 165/85R15, >> correct? So if I ever wanted to try a lower profile tire, >> that would make the 85 decrease to 80, 75, or 70, right? Yes, the stock tire is a 165/85R15, with the 85 being implied. As for lower profile tires, anything less than 85 series would be lower profile, but low profile performance tires are usually considered to be 60 series and lower. Be careful about changing the aspect ratio (series) of your tires though. This will almost always change the tire diameter and thus your speedometer reading for the front tires and the rear tire changes could affect your cooling by changing the engine (RPM) speed relative to driving (mph) speed. To change aspect ratio without changing your tire diameter you have to go with the "plus sizing" system and larger diameter wheels. See the TireRack website for an explanation. http://www.tirerack.com -- John Jaranson Research Engineer Ford Motor Company SRL 2621 Dearborn, MI 48121 (313)323-0553 (313)845-4724 FAX ------------------------------------------------------------------- List info at http://www.vwtype3.org/list or mailto:help@vwtype3.org