In a message dated 96-03-09 19:45:00 EST, tchoul@osprey.unf.edu (Tracey Choulat) writes: >My tires are nearing the end of their life. We usually get tons of rain >in the summer here and I would like to stick to the road as best as possible. > >Last night in the rain, doing about 45 mph on a back road, I could just hit >the gas and the tires would start to spin. Not what I call a secure footing. > > I believe the eurovan uses 205/65-15's. I do not think this size is available in Aquatread. Ive seen aquatreads used on Vanagons and those people are very pleased except for the slight noise they make. Especially on concrete pavement. They seem to last about 50K. I would look for a high performance tire in a 215 or 225/60-15. Dennis.
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