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Date:         Thu, 6 Apr 2000 10:16:41 -0400
Reply-To:     M= <dmc@CYBURBAN.COM>
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From:         M= <dmc@CYBURBAN.COM>
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Subject:      Subject: EV tire replacement
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>From:    "dela@kawartha.com" <dela@KAWARTHA.COM>
>Listees:
>
>I have a '95 EuroVan GLS which is in need of new tires.  I have two
>questions regarding the onerous task of after-market part substitution:
>
>1.  How rigidly should I adhere to the spec'd tire size/rating chart on
>the driver door sticker?  For instance, if the sticker specifies 215/65
>102H, would it be unsafe to use a tire the same size but rated 95S?
>
The 102H is the load index (102) and speed rating (H). The load index is
VERY IMPORTANT. The speed index less so (unless you routinely drive very
fast for long periods). A tire marked 95S would be totally inadequate
and potentially dangerous. Stick to the recommended tire specs.
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