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Re: [T3] tire size clearance ?
For what it's worth I am running 205x65x15s on 4.5" Mangels on a 68 squareback. I believe that would be a long-axle long-spline configuration out back. I do get a little fender clearance issue on the front when turning on rough ground, but only with a large (290 lb) passenger.
http://www.maxwelton2k.net/squareback68/IMG_6781.JPG
http://www.maxwelton2k.net/squareback68/IMG_6782.JPG
Max Welton
http://www.maxwelton2k.net/
--- On Thu, 5/12/11, Jim Adney <jadney@vwtype3.org> wrote:
From: Jim Adney <jadney@vwtype3.org>
Subject: Re: [T3] tire size clearance ?
To: type3@vwtype3.org
Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 1:07 PM
On 12 May 2011 at 0:24, SAW DUST wrote:
> I've got a 67 notch. I just got the stock steel rims powder coated and
> painted 2 tone and Im getting ready to wrap them in some rubber. Forever I
> was sure I was going to put on the stock size tire (165/15) but now I think
> I would like to go a little more sporty. Im looking at a few brands but I've
> decided on a good size. 185/65/15. The question that keeps me guessing is if
> I will have any clearance issues with the slightly wider tire??? Let me know
> what you think , Thanks!!
The stock wheels are a bit narrow for 185 tires. You can get away with it, but
you won't get full performance out of the tires.
If you stuck with 185/70 then the diameter would be close to stock and your
speedo and odo will read correctly. If you go to 185/65 you'll lower the car
slightly but the speedo and odo will both read high.
I know you can fit 185s in the rear. They will JUST fit and clear. I'm not sure
about fender clearance for the fronts. 185s in the front will definitely scrub
against the inner fender walls on hard turns, so your min turning radius will
increase.
--
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI USA
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