Volkswagon Tire Sizes

Tire Sizes? Wednesday, 05-Jul-2000 16:48:19 Message: 205.188.198.21 writes: What size street tires (not slicks) do you guys run? I have 5.5 inch rims all the way around on my 65 and would like to put a little more tread to the ground on the rear than my 165's and my 145's in the front. I like the ride height I just want something close to the height But wider. Jimski

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Re: I posted the same question a few monthes ago (Shane) (05-Jul-2000 17:06:58)

Will the 205/70's fit on the back without rubbing (short axle '65)? Probably depends on the wheels? (Mike Fritz) (06-Jul-2000 02:16:05) Re: Tire Sizes? (Craig Merrow) (05-Jul-2000 17:25:32)

Re: Personal preference (Chas) (05-Jul-2000 22:15:52)

Re: Tire Sizes? (05-Jul-2000 18:37:32)

Tire Sizes (Roland Metz (NY)) (06-Jul-2000 10:06:39)

Re: Tire Sizes? (Bo) (06-Jul-2000 17:58:31)

Continental makes 175/55-15 tires(Ecocontact EP) that I think would be perfect for lowered fronts running 5.5 " wide rims. Problem is finding them away from Europe as they are made for Smart Cars. (n/t) (mood) (07-Jul-2000 12:54:11)

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Re: I posted the same question a few monthes ago Wednesday, 05-Jul-2000 17:06:58 4.4.165.9 writes: And Mike Gagen told me to run 205/70-15's on my 66.These look good on my BRM's.They fill the wheel wells up nicely. Shane

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Re: Tire Sizes? Wednesday, 05-Jul-2000 17:25:32 64.208.64.35 writes: I have a '60 Bug on a '76 IRS pan and a 2" narrowed beam w/Jatech spindles. I've been running Pirelli P400 185-65-15's at all fours for a few years on Porche 914 wheels. They tuck up under the fenders nicely and ride/handle very well. Craig Merrow

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Re: Personal preference Wednesday, 05-Jul-2000 22:15:52 4.4.195.150 writes: I am running 145's up front and 205/65/15's out back. They are about perfect for the rear. The fronts might be a tad to small for my tastes, but I am going to run with them for awhile. Chas Chas

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Re: Tire Sizes? Wednesday, 05-Jul-2000 18:37:32 208.164.115.247 writes: measure the height of your tires... then mess around by using this... say your considering a 205x60r15 tire the first number and multiply by the percent of the second number (205 x .60) then multiply that by 2. take that and devide from it 25.4 (converts mm to inch) and then just add 15 to it. see if that total comes close to the diameter of the tires you already have...

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Tire Sizes Thursday, 06-Jul-2000 10:06:39 207.16.209.146 writes: Jimski: on my '77 standard Beetle, I have 185/65 tires in front on Porsche (Craig- don't forget the "s" in Porsche!) 914 steel rims whihc are 5 1/2". In the rear, I've got 195/65 tires on 5 1/2" Super Beetle Sport Bug steel rims. These rims look the same as the 914's but have about a 1/2" "deeper dish". These wheels and tires don't look overdone or too "staggered"; gives it a fuller appearance when seen from the front. Car is slightly lowered front and rear as well. If you're worried about tire rub in front with the tire size you're thinking about, ask the tire shop if they can mount just one tire on one side, but don't balance it yet. Then with car (full tank of gas) on the ground and proper inflation pressure, settle the suspension, have the tire installer sit on the front bumper to weight the front down with you in it, and then turn the steering wheel lock-to-lock and see if the tire rubs on the fender edge. If it does, try another size. If tire's OK, then take it off for balancing, and have other side done. This way you don't drive the car with a new tire which might rub only once you drive out the door, and any small charge during this "investigation" stage is well worth it (or give the guy a good tip). Roland Metz (NY)

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Re: Tire Sizes? Thursday, 06-Jul-2000 17:58:31 208.130.242.37 writes: I just had 195's with 15x5.5 wheels put on my car the other day. Looks damn good without lowering and sticks to the ground. I can take hard corners now and not feel the car sliding out from under me. Plus the tires are wide, wide tires are badass. Bo

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What tire size? Friday, 28-Jul-2000 15:52:36 Message: 198.23.5.7 writes: You guys have been a terrific source of info for people like me who have no experience with big engined, air-cooled VW based cars. There's one other question I have before it all goes together, and it concerns tire size. The car will be approx. 1,850 lbs - maybe 2,100 wet with me in it - and have about about 150 BHP from an 82 x 90.5 engine. This is a daily driver/commuter with ocassional heavy-foot syndrome when encountering Camaros, ricers, etc. Wheels are the chromed steel Brazilian 5 1/2" x 15". I originally planned to use 185x65 Continental Sport (H rated) but they may be too skinny. Anybody got an opinion? Will the 185s be overpowered by 150 HP in a light car? Should I go to 195x65s or larger? I seem to remember that 205 is a bit of a squeeze on 5 1/2" rims. I'd like to keep the wheels as they make the car look stock. Thanks again, George george brown

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tire size? (Roland Metz (NY)) (28-Jul-2000 16:17:02)

Re: 205x70R15 (John Palmer) (28-Jul-2000 16:24:16)

George, I ran 205s for over 60,000 miles on a set of 5.5" chromies, with no probs., and I PUSHED that car in the corners. (n/t) (John Plow) (28-Jul-2000 16:50:20)

Re: Yeah man, 205/70's look mean, are approx the same diameter as a slick and are probably cheaper than a 195/65 (n/t) (max, Der Bahnstormerz) (28-Jul-2000 18:22:29)

street or strip, that's the question, john, that's true, that's also the difference between german look or california look... they do not have the same tire setups... for german look, go as low and as wide as you can, if possible on 18' wheels, for heavy cornering around those curby german roads. (n/t) (peeters "fastfred" frederic) (29-Jul-2000 02:48:44)

Or those curvy Boise, Idaho roads? (n/t) (Steve Arndt) (29-Jul-2000 03:14:39)

Street or Strip, thats the question (John Palmer) (29-Jul-2000 16:28:40)

I currently have chromies on 205/65/15's and they fit quite nicely on the 5.5" wheels. Fills the fenders just about right! (n/t) (Chas) (29-

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tire size? Friday, 28-Jul-2000 16:17:02 207.16.209.146 writes: George: nice decision to keep wider stock-looking chromies. I had fitted the same wheels (painted) on my '52 Beetle (on a '74 IRS pan) a few years ago, using Conti 185/65 all around. Engine was just a stock 1600 with Kadrons but the car looked good; wheels/tires filled wheelwells nicely. On my '77 std Beetle (lowered slightly) I have 5 1/2" Sport Bug rims (same deep-dish as your rims) in back with 195/65's, upgraded from 185/65 this spring. I like the look. I you want to see a photo of my car with these tires (Porsche 914 5 1/2" rims with 185/65 on front) go to last picture on http://members.aol.com/foxcraft/RMetzY2KMichiganRun.html. I'm building a mild 2-liter for this car (100hp if lucky) to replace the 1600 in it now so my tires'll be fine. If your engine will put out 150hp, then I'd go no smaller than 195/65. But, a bigger size will make the tire/rear of car look too "bulged" IMO; can't get away with a near stock appearance. Roland Metz (NY)

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Re: 205x70R15 Friday, 28-Jul-2000 16:24:16 205.188.197.167 writes: Hi George, We have about the same set up as do you, 1960 full weight steel street bug. 2110cc with a 4.12 close ratio transmission. We are using 205x70R15 radials mounted on original BRM's for the rear. I would guess the rims to be 5 1/2" wide but they might be closer to 5" inside width. The tire is 1 1/2" from the spring plate on the inside and with stock height setting on the rear we have no fender rubbing. They fill the fender opening nicely. With the 145 front radials and a 2" narrowed adjustable beam with dropped spindles it has a great street ride. However, we have almost no drag strip traction in first and second gear with the radials! We are putting together a set of six inch Firestones slicks on ERCO wheels to see if we can inprove the traction at the strip. Street or Strip, that is the question? Good Luck John Palmer John Palmer

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Street or Strip, thats the question Saturday, 29-Jul-2000 16:28:40 205.188.199.172 writes: Hi "Fast Fred", In Southern California (the home of "Cal Look") we have something we call traffic on our freeways. So "looking good" is important as we are chugging along in stop'n go traffic on the freeways at 10 MPH. By the way, our "Free"-ways are not always "free" anymore as we are seeing more toll roads come into this area. If I lived in the land with autobahns, I would want a car that corners like a "slot car racer" also. Just depends on where you want to go fast, its all fun. Buckle up and go fast John Palmer John Palmer

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tire size? (Roland Metz (NY)) (28-Jul-2000 16:17:02)

Re: 205x70R15 (John Palmer) (28-Jul-2000 16:24:16)

George, I ran 205s for over 60,000 miles on a set of 5.5" chromies, with no probs., and I PUSHED that car in the corners. (n/t) (John Plow) (28-Jul-2000 16:50:20)

Re: Yeah man, 205/70's look mean, are approx the same diameter as a slick and are probably cheaper than a 195/65 (n/t) (max, Der Bahnstormerz) (28-Jul-2000 18:22:29)

Or those curvy Boise, Idaho roads? (n/t) (Steve Arndt) (29-Jul-2000 03:14:39)

Street or Strip, thats the question (John Palmer) (29-Jul-2000 16:28:40)

I currently have chromies on 205/65/15's and they fit quite nicely on the 5.5" wheels. Fills the fenders just about right! (n/t) (Chas) (29-Jul-2000 19:18:51)

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207.16.209.146 writes:

George: nice decision to keep wider stock-looking chromies. I had fitted the same wheels (painted) on my '52 Beetle (on a '74 IRS pan) a few years ago, using Conti 185/65 all around. Engine was just a stock 1600 with Kadrons but the car looked good; wheels/tires filled wheelwells nicely. On my '77 std Beetle (lowered slightly) I have 5 1/2" Sport Bug rims (same deep-dish as your rims) in back with 195/65's, upgraded from 185/65 this spring. I like the look. I you want to see a photo of my car with these tires (Porsche 914 5 1/2" rims with 185/65 on front) go to last picture on

http://members.aol.com/foxcraft/RMetzY2KMichiganRun.html.

I'm building a mild 2-liter for this car (100hp if lucky) to replace the 1600 in it now so my tires'll be fine. If your engine will put out 150hp, then I'd go no smaller than 195/65. But, a bigger size will make the tire/rear of car look too "bulged" IMO; can't get away with a near stock appearance.

Roland Metz (NY)

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Has anyone put 225/70/15 on a set of 7" porsche wheels on the rear of a early bug? Do you need spacers? Friday, 22-Sep-00 02:19:21 24.4.255.194 writes: Steve Smith

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I did exactly that READ ON >>> (Chris Knight) (22-Sep-00 13:18:40)

I had 16"x8" C2 alloys with 225/50 tires>>>>>>more (Derrick from NC) (22-Sep-00 19:38:50)

Damn, those are truck tires! The tall sidewall will create some roll. (n/t) (Elf) (22-Sep-00 21:45:52)

Keith Seume runs 7" Fuchs' on the back of his chopped '62 - what tyres, KS? (n/t) (Neil (H.A.B.)) (23-Sep-00 06:06:42)

Re: My buddy is running 205/60-15's on 6" Fuch on a short axle '56 Oval, outer fender clearance is fine, but spring plate clearance is tight. (n/t) (Andy P.) (23-Sep-00 18:29:44)

Re: Has anyone put 225/70/15 on a set of 7 (Ian) (24-Sep-00 15:08:32)

Re: Has anyone put 225/70/15 on a set of 7 (n/t) (25-Sep-00 11:33:36)

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I did exactly that READ ON >>>

Friday, 22-Sep-00 13:18:40

206.229.152.11 writes:

I've got a 1965 sedan with the stock swingaxle rear. I'm running 215/40R17 rims on a set of 993 Cup 17x7 factory rims. I spaced mine 2.5in to fill my widened fenders 2 1/2 wider. They are still tucked about 1in too far in with these fenders tho.

With stock fenders you would need spacers though. I remember that the back surface of the wheel caught interference with the snubber mount and would've rubbed the wheel had I tried to mount it. I'd try a 1-inch spacer and my guess is it would fit stock fenders like a glove. The Porsche rim has a VERY positive backspace so you can run really wide rims & tires with slim fenders.

Chris Knight

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I had 16"x8" C2 alloys with 225/50 tires>>>>>>more Friday, 22-Sep-00 19:38:50 63.252.116.28 writes: I had the 16" x 8" alloys under stock fenders on my 67 swingaxle but I had to clearance the inner fender. The tires came right up to within 1/4" of the springplates. I now have 18"x9.5" alloys with 255/35 Toyo tires with steel fenders that are 1" wider than stock. Up front I have 18"x8" alloys with 225/35 tires. The steel fenders are 1" wider and the front beam has been narrowed 2". You should not have a problem with that rear setup assuming your car is a swingaxle. With the short(pre 67) axles you may need to space the wheels out depending on the offset of the wheels. Derrick from NC

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Re: Has anyone put 225/70/15 on a set of 7 Sunday, 24-Sep-00 15:08:32 62.252.0.5 writes: I run 205/70/15 on six inche fuche on the back of my seventy four bug with long axle's with no clearence problem's. Ian

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Narrowing Beam Friday, 02-Feb-01 10:37:47 162.114.211.139 writes: I intend on running a set of 15x6 Fuchs alloys on my bug and am wondering how much I should narrow my front beam to compensate for the width and offset. Could I run 145 tires on a 15x6 wheel? Maybe with tubes? Todd Johnston

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Narrowing Beam (Todd Johnston) (02-Feb-01 10:37:47)

Narrow beam? Don't bother, if all you are running is an adjustable beam. Even if you are using Jtech welded spindles it's no bother. It all depends on how low you wanna go. Do you want the car to handle, run 195/60/15's on the Fuch's 15j6's. If you want to follow a crowd and have "the look" use the silly little 145's with any spindle and forget about it. Remember the Fuch's alloy (real ones) have the best offset of all custom Bug wheels ever! Currently running 195/60's on 15j6 Fuch's with welded Jtech spindles, no problems, no rubbing. >>>more (Darryl) (02-Feb-01 10:45:23)

I am running 15X6 Fuchs on the front with a 2" narrowed bean and CB dropped spindles. I haven't got it all set up yet, but I think I should have gone with a 3" narrowed beam. Also, I have 185/55 tires. I think a 145 is too skinny for a 6". (n/t) (Scott Gilbert) (02-Feb-01 10:47:56)

3 INCHES? What exactly are you trying to achieve? Ultimate drop? What about inner wheel well rubbing? Over priced sway bar and tie rod mods. Is it just for "the look"? I guess it all depends on the style yer after. Narrowing the bugs front track just increases bad handling. IMO. I agree that 145's are too small for anything over 4.5" wide. 185's with CB cast spindles, 3 inches??? (n/t) (Darryl) (02-Feb-01 11:15:19)

Hi. You really generalize a lot. First you say the Fuchs 15x6 is THE BEST offset for a bug. Wrong; every setup is different. I for one wouldn't run a little 6" wheel, so the offset on it is wrong for me. Also narrowing the beam 4" won't hurt the handling if you end up with the same total track width! (n/t) (Steve Arndt) (02-Feb-01 13:13:58)

Don't you worry what I do. The simple facts are this: Fuch's 15x6 is ideal for the beetles stock suspension, and works well with dropped spindles cast or welded. Why fck up the beam and wheel wells when you can get wider fenders? Plus narrowing the springs makes for a harsh ride, especially when combined with thin walled 17's. MY OPINION. Obviously you want some Porsche Looking Bug so yer sportin' big f'n 17's. Good for you. And generalizing.....I'm just some Type 1 Wimp....Stevey . (n/t) (Darryl) (02-Feb-01 16:02:35)

I agree with everything you said. I was just repeating what Mark H. has posted many times about front ends. The stability of the car isn't reduced with a narrow beam if the track width ends up at stock width. (n/t) (Steve Arndt) (02-Feb-01 16:37:23)

It is Stevie, not Stevey. Lots of people call me that, its cool. (n/t) (Steve Arndt) (02-Feb-01 16:38:49)

SCOTT! Where did you locate the 185/55s? Here in Eye-duh-hoe, the only set I have found would run me $155 each! Please email me!!! (n/t) (Brian) (02-Feb-01 12:12:05)

Yes, I'd like to know where you get 185/55/15's also. I currently run 185/65/15 on the front...real Fuchs..hit. (n/t) (Ron) (02-Feb-01 12:20:45)

Perkins? (n/t) (02-Feb-01 12:28:04)

Yah, Perkins. Why? Not related to Dave, unfortunately. (n/t) (Ron) (02-Feb-01 18:50:27)

They are Yokohama AVS Intermediate B, and they cost about $130 ea. 3 years ago. I think Continental may make this size. Check Discounttire.com and Tirerack.com. (n/t) (02-Feb-01 12:31:56)

Goodyear makes a 185/60/ that works really well, at least for ME they are the "best" (Tom H.) (02-Feb-01 14:14:23)

But 185/55/15s are the same height as a 135! (n/t) (Brian) (02-Feb-01 18:01:04)

So? (n/t) (t) (02-Feb-01 20:31:29)

Re: Narrowing Beam (02-Feb-01 11:18:00)

I am running 15 x 6 fuchs with 145's no problem. I also have a 2" narrowed beam with cb dropped spindles/disc brakes. I did have to trim the wheel wells for the shock towers but it was worth it. I will post pics this weekend with shots of the fender both on and off. (n/t) (chris perry) (02-Feb-01 12:20:28)

I used to run 145's on my 6.5 Fuchs, also. The tire store didn't even want to talk to me when I picked them up, "just get them out of here". Obviously they had a little problem with mounting them. (n/t) (Ron) (02-Feb-01 12:23:44)

Whoops, that's 5.5 Fuchs (n/t) (Rono) (02-Feb-01 12:25:24)

WHAT THE HELL, you guys running BAJAS, or balloon tires, 6" fuchs running temps, or 135s, settin on the ground, 195x 50s on 6" or 194x45s what 195x15 on stock 4 1/2" now here it comes--195x45s on 15x6" on a 7" narrowed beam, rides great and all that good looking tuck with no shocks runs easy 70-80 mph down the 60 freeway, oh dropped spindles disc brakes, 55 oval (n/t) (2toms) (03-Feb-01 00:43:24)

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go to NorthEastern Aircooled Performance Board. See participants cars at bottom. First car on list. Note front tires.

Darryl

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You'll have trouble with 145's on 6" wheels. I recently tryed putting a set on 5 1/2" chrome wheels and had trouble mounting them on these. you need a 4" wheel with 145's........RON/TN

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TIRES.....what size tires are you all running on the rear of your cars. I'm running 5 1/2" wheels on the rear, 2165cc and i'm thinking i'm gonna put some 215/65/15 Goodrich's on the rear to hold it down Friday, 02-Feb-01 12:05:34 204.78.62.254 writes: RON in TN

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Re: TIRES.....what size tires are you all running on the rear of your cars. I'm running 5 1/2" wheels on the rear, 2165cc and i'm thinking i'm gonna put some 215/65/15 Goodrich's on the rear to hold it down (n/t) (I am not a tire expert but that sounds like you are going a little wide. The tire width is almost 8.5" on a 5.5" rim that will yeild an 1.5" of tire overhang on each side. I could be wrong though. Scott, what do you think?) (02-Feb-01 12:23:22) Re: TIRES.....what size tires are you all running on the rear of your cars. I'm running 5 1/2" wheels on the rear, 2165cc and i'm thinking i'm gonna put some 215/65/15 Goodrich's on the rear to hold it down (RON in TN) (02-Feb-01 12:55:41) I run 15x6 fuchs on the rear with 215/65/15 stock fenders and IRS no problems at all and the rear is dropped about 2’’ a lot of online tire shops tell you the rim range for the tire size you are looking at (n/t) (don) (02-Feb-01 12:58:26) I'm running some 205/60/15 on my 71 with 5 1/2 wheels, but i thought i would like to run some a little taller (65 or 70 series) to raise the gearing and cruise speed some. (RON in TN) (02-Feb-01 12:58:38) 195/65 on SportsBug 5 1/2" steel rims; '77 Std. Beetle with fiberglass fenders; slightly lowered. Mild 2-liter. I'm satisfied with this combo. (n/t) (Roland Metz (NY)) (02-Feb-01 14:07:55) I HAVE 215/60/15 ON THE BACK OF MY 65 BETTLE AND I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THEM. NEXT TIME I BUY TIRES IAM PUTTING ON 215/50/15 ON . (n/t) (BOB JOHNS) (02-Feb-01 14:41:53) I'm running 30x9.5x15 on 5.5's and I get side ways in the dirt as well as the street. No problems with bead popping or excessive overhang, even spins 2nd for a good distance. Your idea to run 215/65's on 5.5's is a fine and safe one. I also ran that verycombo on my Mangle chromies with a street car and loved the ride, handling and looks. DO IT!! (n/t) (Darryl) (02-Feb-01 15:34:36) I also have 30x9.5 Dick Cepek tires on the rear of my baja bug on 15x6" wheels. Works perfectly fine. Burnout here: http://netnow.micron.net/~motodad/vw/burnout.jpg (n/t) (Steve Arndt) (02-Feb-01 15:37:42) Looks more like an engine fire!! One legger, EH? Right on! (n/t) (Darryl) (02-Feb-01 15:43:42) Yes kind sir, many engines catch on fire as they do burnouts. Maybe it is the mag engine case lighting up from the heat as I boil the tires? Give it a rest Darryl. (n/t) (Steve Arndt) (02-Feb-01 15:49:24) Re: TIRES.....what size tires are you all running on the rear of your cars. I'm running 5 1/2" wheels on the rear, 2165cc and i'm thinking i'm gonna put some 215/65/15 Goodrich's on the rear to hold it down (02-Feb-01 15:41:50) Damn.........i'm gonna learn how to work this board one of theses days.......I should have mentioned that my 65 is a Cal Look bug street/strip racerwith stock fenders (n/t) (02-Feb-01 15:44:44)

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I'm running some 205/60/15 on my 71 with 5 1/2 wheels, but i thought i would like to run some a little taller (65 or 70 series) to raise the gearing and cruise speed some.

RON in TN

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Should also have mention this is a Cal Look Street Racer with stock fenders

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ghia tires Friday, 02-Feb-01 18:28:00 209.74.8.178 writes: what size tires can i get away with on a slightly lowered 69 ghia conv ?? have alum dealer assesory wheels 5" wide black center with 8 square holes, dont know their name... thanx, dennis dennis /valley vw

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Dennis, a Ghia is low slung from the start so I'd run 155's and 185's. Depending on the style and stance you need to create with this VW. Also depending on the wheels offsets. More than likely an ET26, 185/65's may be a good choice for the rear. I've only had one ghia, 69 also and ran 4.5/5.5 Chromies with 145's and 195x60's. Wish I used the 155 and 185x65's, better ride and more fit for purpose. (n/t) (Darryl) (02-Feb-01 20:10:56) I run 195/50s on my Ghia. They rub a little when I turn, but my car is slammed. I don't know if you can put that size tire on a 5" rim anyway. 145's would be cool. (n/t) (Chip) (03-Feb-01 05:19:49) So much variance in backspacing makes it a difficult call. The late model 8 spokes on my wife's 72 won't take anything bigger than a 165 on the back, it' rubs ever so slightly on the outside lip on big bumps. But the 2.0 litre Porche wheels on the same car you could fit 195s easy. A 69 and a 72 should be the same in the back. (n/t) (Mike Lawless) (03-Feb-01 12:12:59)

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Street Slicks Sunday, 04-Feb-01 11:17:43 216.117.5.102 writes: Can any of you guys recommend a good steet and strip tire. I want something I can drive to the drag strip and race without switching tires. I don't need any all season tire. This is not a daily driver. Anyone use the DOT approved slicks? Im running a 5x15 rims, short axles and stock height rear. thanks. joel smith

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Some 26/10.5 ET street will fit on every bug I have seen ... 8.1" to the ground (n/t) (Casey ) (04-Feb-01 11:29:35) The BFG drag radials are really good. My ETs aren't much different using them compared to slicks. 13.04 with slicks at Sac and 13.16 at bakersfield with the BFGs and Sac is always a tenth or two quicker! Some guys use the Nittos with good results too. (n/t) (Mike Lawless) (04-Feb-01 11:44:55) Thats cool, always wondered how good those worked. (n/t) (Muffler Mike) (04-Feb-01 12:23:26) BF GOODRICH , I have them and they work well, They are allowed in the water box, Where street tires are not. It is required to heat them up in the water box or they dont grab well. The only problem is the smallest tire is 8in and 9in girth X 26in. (will not fit swing axle) 235-15. I hope they come out with a smaller width (6.5 or 7) X 26 tall. (n/t) (Art Thraen) (04-Feb-01 13:12:37) Although a little different, but my stock width glass fenders have no lips in side, which enables me to run an 8" M&H slick recap (wide center section) but i also have them on a rim that has close to 4" rear offset and when i back up, do rub the spring plate. (n/t) (Muffler Mike) (04-Feb-01 13:27:28) mike...what size BFG's are you running? (n/t) (joel smith) (04-Feb-01 13:03:07) I have the 205/50 x 15. They are 23 inches tall and 7 inches across the tread, with about a 7.75 cross section on a 5.5 inch rim. I actually had a better 60 foot time with those than with slicks. (n/t) (Mike Lawless) (05-Feb-01 19:15:46) Doesn't that screw up your gearing? (n/t) (Bruce Tweddle) (05-Feb-01 21:35:52) What about gear ratio ?? I didnt see the ? (n/t) (Casey ) (06-Feb-01 00:05:22)

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