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Date:         Fri, 10 Oct 1997 09:07:20 -0600
Reply-To:     Stephen Jones <sjones@TETONDATA.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon mailing list <Vanagon@Gerry.SDSC.EDU>
From:         Stephen Jones <sjones@TETONDATA.COM>
Organization: Teton Data Systems
Subject:      Tires . . . I know :(
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So, here we go again . . . it seems the regional availability of tires
causes much discussion on this list.  I'm looking for reccomendations on
the right thing to do.


If I had my choice, I would like to get some 205 75 R14's with
reinforced sidewalls.  This does not appear to be available.  Options:


195 75 R14's w/ reinforced sidewall.  My understanding is that this tire
will affect the speedometer reading slightly and cause engine RPMs to
increase (over my present tire) for a given speed.


205 75 R14's non-reinforced sidewall.  Not sure the significance of
this.  I assume the vehicle will be more "tippy"?


So, which is the lesser of two evils?


Suggestions appreciated,


Stephen Jones
Jackson, WY
'87 Westy
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