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Date:         Fri, 29 Jun 2007 13:50:55 EDT
Reply-To:     Calwolfie@AOL.COM
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Kevin Dawson <Calwolfie@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: VW recommends 205/65-15 or 225/60-16 tires
Comments: To: syncro@GMAIL.COM
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Hi Ben,


The rims I bought are marked Ronal 010623, 7" X 16"  ET 37.  I've  already
drilled them out for 14mm bolt/studs.  Not sure if I'll need  spacers yet as I
haven't bought the tires yet to check clearances. I'm leaning  toward Kumho
Solus KR21.  They seem to have good reviews, good specs.(85K  treadware, 97T, 640
AB), and a good roadside warranty. Prices seem to be  about$70-$80 per tire.
The Michelin tires recommended by Go Westy had  mixed reviews.  Several
reviewers said that the tires got very noisy after  about 10K miles and wouldn't
buy them again.
So, will I need spacers?  I know I'll need longer bolts and  studs.  Will
Audi bolts work?  I'm due for a trip to pick a  part.  What about putting studs
on the front hubs instead of  bolts?


Thanks,
Kevin






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