Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Wheels & Tires Help on two different 16"

Hi. I've tried looking around for the answer to this, but seem to be getting more confused, not less.

I currently have 205/50 - 16" tyres on a 6J" rim.

I am looking at fitting 215/50-16" on a 6.5" rim (dont ask why - acquiring a set!)

I want the second set b/c i intend doing some track work and eventually to fit motorsport tyres to the new 16"x6.5" set.

The 215/50-16 is a very hard to find tyre.

Two questions:

1. Will 225/50-16 fit without rubbing? Or will i need to go 225/45-16 or is 225 just too darn wide?

2. Will 205/50-16 onto the 16x6.0" rim? Or is the rim too broad for the tyre?


I'm not hugely worried about change in speedo or gearing (within reasonable tolerances - say 5%). I also appreciate that there will be differences in ride/handling with the varous size tyres.

Thanks in advance , and for any other suggestions.

Doc:

The 225X45's are basically the same height as stock and less than an inch (America speak ) wider so I don't think you'll have any problems. The 50's are almost 30 mils taller and might very well bring on the dreaded "syndrome de rub".

My first winter driving season had me installing P225/50/16 (snow tires)on my stock E1 rims and they didn't rub at all, good luck to you

Thanks Sarge43 and StripedSVT.

I like the idea of 45's anyway! But unfortunatley $$$ = ouch! Oh well.......

Sorry to be a PITA - Would the 205/50 fit on the 6.5" rim (as opposed to the 6" it's on at the moment? I cant seem to find the answer to this anywhere....

OK. Found the answer (I think)

According to specs on www.yokohama.com.au

A 205/50 - 16" will fit on rim 5.5" to 7.5"

225/50 needs 6.0 - 8.0

So hopefully no problems with 205/50's which is reasonable common here in Aust.

Thanks for advice re: sidewall size. i guess the easiest is when i go fo new tyres onto the 6.5" rims, actually go DOWN in width to 205/50's, and accept the speedo out by about 1.5-2%

Cheers!