195/50/15 on a 97 Civic - do you ride on them?
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195/50/15 on a 97 Civic - do you ride on them?
I know the answers to the question, but I like you opinions on 195/50/15 on a 97 Civic. I've used (using) all these sizes in the past:
185/65/14 (stock)
195/50/15
195/55/15
205/50/15 (current)
I'm thinking of trying 195/50/15 next time again because it's cheaper, seems like it offered a quicker response - cause the tire is shorter, and smaller for less chance of tire rub.
I'm concern about the 195/50s slowing my top speed, decreasing my MPG, ride too stiff, and making the car even lower. Yes, I had that size, but don't remember all the details cause it was two sets ago. Car lowered by 1.75F/1.5R.
My current 205s do rub at times cause it's a bit wide, other than that - perfect. The 195/55s are nice offer grip, but felt slow cause it's taller, like stock. The 195/50s was loud (maybe it's the brand), ride stiffer, but was quick in any gear, like I actually got more ***** in the motor.
Price of 195/55s are almost 60% more than 195/50s
Your comments?
Thanks
185/65/14 (stock)
195/50/15
195/55/15
205/50/15 (current)
I'm thinking of trying 195/50/15 next time again because it's cheaper, seems like it offered a quicker response - cause the tire is shorter, and smaller for less chance of tire rub.
I'm concern about the 195/50s slowing my top speed, decreasing my MPG, ride too stiff, and making the car even lower. Yes, I had that size, but don't remember all the details cause it was two sets ago. Car lowered by 1.75F/1.5R.
My current 205s do rub at times cause it's a bit wide, other than that - perfect. The 195/55s are nice offer grip, but felt slow cause it's taller, like stock. The 195/50s was loud (maybe it's the brand), ride stiffer, but was quick in any gear, like I actually got more ***** in the motor.
Price of 195/55s are almost 60% more than 195/50s
Your comments?
Thanks
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Re: 195/50/15 on a 97 Civic - do you ride on them? (GoLowDrew)
i had 195/55/15s on my integra and went to the same one you are considering. I so no descernable difference in my top speed (really, so you need to go 100+?) at about 70-80 mph it might be off by like 2-3 mph, no big deal since your normal speedometer is off as well. Stop by a cop, ask them to gun you and drive by at certain speeds 35, 45, and 55 so you can get a reading. Then you can know for sure how much it may be off. I personally went with that sizxe because of price and stiffer sidewalls (for autocrossing)
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Re: 195/50/15 on a 97 Civic - do you ride on them? (GoLowDrew)
What are you so concerned with top speed for? How often do you top your car out? Despite the 195/50 tire providing quicker response, the 205 still provides better overall grip.
I also have read some things lately that say 195/50's are dangerous to ride b/c of weight issues.
[Modified by 96 SOHC VTEC, 7:47 PM 7/1/2002]
I also have read some things lately that say 195/50's are dangerous to ride b/c of weight issues.
[Modified by 96 SOHC VTEC, 7:47 PM 7/1/2002]
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Re: 195/50/15 on a 97 Civic - do you ride on them? (96 SOHC VTEC)
Let me change the question when I say "top speed." I meant making the engine work harder (spin more) to maintain a high speed because the shorter tires is like a shorter gear.
Please explain.
I also have read some things lately that say 195/50's are dangerous to ride b/c of weight issues.
[Modified by 96 SOHC VTEC, 7:47 PM 7/1/2002]
[Modified by 96 SOHC VTEC, 7:47 PM 7/1/2002]
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Re: 195/50/15 on a 97 Civic - do you ride on them? (GoLowDrew)
I had some Cooper Cobras in 195/50/15. The ride was worse then my current 205/50s, but initial turn in felt quicker. I also have some very slight rubbing issues now. 195s are perfectly cool.
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