<<jjc@bga.com wrote: I've worn out the latest set of Michelin XZX 185R14 Reinforced tires on my 85 Vanagon GL. The local distributor seems to think these are no longer available. Anyone know if that's true? >> These tire are still available and very common in Canada. <<My Bentley is the old 80-85 edition and shows the rim size for the 185R14 as 5-1/2 J 14. Is this same rim used on the post 86 Vanagons with the 205 series tires?>> I'd stick with 195 or under on 5 1/2 J 14 wheels. For 205 series its better to go to the 6 J 14 wheel (also available). The problem is the amount of side wall buldge with the 205 on 5 1/2 increases the risk of side wall damage from rocks, curbs, DKW's, 2CV's. Larry (learned the hard way) '86 westy syncro
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