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Date:         Thu, 16 Jul 2015 07:00:04 -0700
Reply-To:     vw_van_fan_Mark <madvws@COX.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         vw_van_fan_Mark <madvws@COX.NET>
Subject:      Re: [WetWesties] Crazy Idea On Mismatched Tires
In-Reply-To:  <t1qS1q00p08X5Fr011qTFV>
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Many standard load 215/65/16 tires are LI 98.
There are XL versions at LI 102 as well. I have them on 2 of my vans.
I think this size is one of the best for Vanagons.


The 215/70/15 mentioned at rev/mile 744 must be a typo as it would be
215/70/16 tires that would fit that description.


Mark


Dennis Haynes wrote:
> I do not know of any LT or XL rated tires in 215/65-15. With a load index of 96 it is a marginal fitment especially for a loaded camper. The higher speed rating does help as long as the tire is rated to take the higher air pressures.
>
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