Originally posted by Luke@tirerack:
Pancho1181 post:
Take a 215/55/16 and put it next to a 225/50/16.
THEY ARE THE SAME HEIGHT. I HAVE PLENTY OF THOSE AT WORK AND I PLAY AROUND WITH SIZES ALL DAY LONG. If my recommendation of 215/55/16 over 225/50/16 has some thought put into, so don't slam me cuz I know my sizes. And, if you think that wider is always better, then YOU ARE THE ONE WHO NEEDS TO QUIT GIVING OUT ADVICE ON TIRE SIZES. ANd no, 225/50's won't proved better handling over 205/55's being that the vehicle is so light. Don't try to apply ideas that work for a Mustang or a Camaro because we are talking about a Contour.
And lastly, if the guy is asking for advice then LET ME GIVE SOME ADVICE. I have facts to back up what I say, and I see set's of tires installed and removed because of improper fit/application every single day, I WORK IN A TIRE SHOP, so please do not lecture me.
I respect everybody in this board and I really dislike when people who oviously know less than me try to talk down on me. So please don't do it.
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so, you work for a tire shop ???? If you do, I would like to thank you for your input. Because, the lack of a factual base in your recommendations makes me look good
215/55-16 = 25.3"
205/55-16 = 24.9"
225/50-16 = 24.9"
215/50-16 = 24.5"
are they still the same diameter ????
Factual meaning you actually took a ruler and measured them?
You being a tech Luke, should know that book knowledge doesn't mean you know what you are talking about. Hands on experience is the best tool you got when it comes to EXPERIENCE TALK. You never answered the question about you installing 215/55/16's on a Contour/Mystique before, have you ever? If not then you have no business making smart ass comments about a tire I KNOW will work.
