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Old 11-26-2001, 07:48 AM
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Default winter tire sizes

why is it better to "minus" size for winter tires?
togo from 17's to 16 in rims?
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Old 11-26-2001, 08:15 AM
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Default Narrower contact patch translates into better "bite" in snow/ice/slush....

...along with the taller sidewall which provides better protection for pothole hits.
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