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> Date: Sun, 6 Jan 2002 20:18:41 -0800 > From: "Loren A. Busch" <lbusch@IX.NETCOM.COM> > > What if any advantage is there to going to wider tires on a Westy? I > have searched the archives here and other lists and find a lot of > discussion on various brands and models of tires for a Vanagon or Westy, > but little discussion on pros and cons of going wider than the 185mm > width of the original equipment tires.
The only advantage I can think of is that you'll get a higher load index (weight carrying ability) which is crucial for a Westy. For instance most passenger tires of 205-70/14 are 93 and most 215-70/14 are 96. You'll also get slightly better waer since less reviolutions per mile. Disadvantages are: more expensive, more noise, more weight, less grip, higher fuel consumption, higher gearing, inaccurate speedo and difficulty fitting in spare tire carrier. PS. There's a limit to how wide you can go depending on the width of your rims. --------------------------------------------- This message was sent using Endymion MailMan. This service is provided by Cyburban LINK. |
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