Date:         Tue, 2 Jun 2009 06:21:12 -0600
Reply-To:     Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: New Tires
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"I am considering fitting the Michelin Agilis 205/65R15 on them.  I have
> a few questions.  Obviously first is, is this combination safe?  Second,
> will it fit in my spare tire carrier?  If either of these is no in your
> opinion, can you recommend something else?"
Yes, I can.
I had these tires on my current ride when I bought it in '02. They are
"rocks" to drive on. HARSH AFAIC.
I got Nokian Hakkapeliitta C2's but would recommend the CS (they don't make
it anymore) but DO make:
http://www.nokiantyres.com/tyre?id=10360793&group=3.02&name=Nokian+Hakka+C+Cargo
I'm not sure of the particular tire they now make that would be a good match
for a vanagon, but all the van tyres are rated at least at 102, and some as
high as 112.
The tire I had could be inflated to 70 lbs psi, and was C rated and was
dynamite .... and NOT a harsh ride. Excellent tires.

Oh, and I had a 225/65-16 tyre (Nokian Hakka) in the clamshell BUT, I had
put 2" hinge extensions on it and cut the rear of it so it would "swing"
open and shut with those hinges on. Plenty of room in there that way and a
very easy mod.
I can send you a photo of that clamshell mod so let me know if you want
that.

bob
'87 Syncro Westy


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