what is the lowest profile tyre for a 16in wheel

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Jan 18, 2009 | 01:54 AM

Enam

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what is the lowest profile tyre for a 16in wheel

currently have 215 55 16's,

want to put some lower profiles and sports suspension going forward.

would 205 45 16's work?

or would I need to put

205 45 16s in the front
and 205 50 16's in the rear?

with Koni Fsd and Eibacks (Audi 2.7T Q)

thanks in advance

Jan 18, 2009 | 05:10 AM

4Driver4

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Here's a crazy thought: put the right size tires on

Your question has not answer. Wheel size dictates limits on tire size. All four tires and wheels should be the same. Rolling diamter should be as close to stock as possible.

Jan 18, 2009 | 05:58 AM

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4d4....why would anyone do that?

Jan 18, 2009 | 06:01 AM

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This could help.

<ul><li><a href="http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html">Click</a></li></ul>

Jan 18, 2009 | 06:03 AM

Enam

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Re: what is the lowest profile tyre for a 16in wheel

If possible use the stock 16 wheels with a lower profile tyre.

then run on Koni FSD...and some sport springs...

I wanto avoid the "tractor" wheel look...

Could I use a lower profile tyre then the current factory (215 55 16's)...

or would I encounter issues with the speedometer out of calibration?