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Old 09-19-2005, 09:00 PM
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Default Tire Sizing Question :
Would either of these sizes work on my standard 17" rims ? say that a fella wanted a slightly narrower profile . . .

215/50/17 or
215/55/17 ?? and seems that there are more options for brands of rubber at this size - although the highly regarded Avon 550 comes in either size

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Old 09-19-2005, 09:37 PM
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Default I would not recommend either size because they are both smaller in diameter
and smaller load carrying capacity of those sizes.
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Default this should help you
<ul><li><a href="http://www.audipages.com/upgrades/tiresizeoptions.html">link</a></li></ul>
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Default Thx 8 - no way to run a skinnier tire than 225 series ?
I don't see one listed for 17" on this list

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try the miata tire size calculator.
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Default Re: try the miata tire size calc - Link ??
Thanks for you help
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There is a link on the audipages tire sizing page that Acceler8 posted above
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Default Found it, thanks
looks like 205/60/17 is a near exact replacement for skinnier rubber effect.
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