>if we didn't have several good tire choices >available .... perhaps we would need to take such >risks. > > >But that's not the case ... there are several that >meet or exceed the minimum specs. > >Why not simply use those tires. > >I really don't get it. I guess it all comes down to whether one feels it's better to be within the manufacturer's spec on an "adequate" light truck tire, or be a couple percent over the "calculated downrating" of a superior performance "car" tire. Some look at the P-metric formula that calls for a 9% downrating whether it's a Toyota mini-truck or a 1/2 ton cargo van and say the downrating methods are overly conservative when applied to a Vanagon. I personally feel the better tire is preferable, but then I don't have a Westy and I'm never over even the downrated limit. John Bange '90 Vanagon "Geldsauger" |
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