I have a 89 civic hatch, and i just got 15X6.5 rims, and i was wondering what size tire would you guys recommend? I do plan on lowering my car in the future. I was thinking 195/??/15 but i want to get a second opinion. Thanx..

 

195/50/15 is the most common size...

 

I'd say 195/50R15 is the best overall size for the EF's...Although im rolling on 195/45R15's right now and they work very nicely

 

can i go 205? or will that rub? Thanx for the quick response.

 

205's are a wider tire...It would depend on how low you go...

 

PSHT 195...get that crap out of here. Suck my DX I am so disappointed you would suggest such a worthless size. Most people around here run a 205/50/15 in fact I will never run anything but that ever again. And they will fit perfect on your rims. We have CRX's that are low and have no rubbing issues with 205's don't be scared. That is also what all EF road course cars run. I am lowered and have NO RUBBING issues.

 

205/50/15 look good. better traction...
tire hang out a little but it save the rim from curbs,etc...

 

i run 205/50/15s mounted on a 15X7 wheel...i am dropped 3 in the front 2.5 in the back and i NEVER rub...
i was merely saying that 195/50/15 is the most common size

 

with da trailing arms on the back i rubbed with 205-50-15 on slipstreams

As far the best size is concerned 205 is a money size

 

i dont rub with 225/45/15 on ls 15x6"

 

go with 205 wider = better handling

 

Thanx alot guys, i am going to go with 205/50/15. I really appreciate u taking the time to answer my question. Thanx again!!

 

195/50's are the correct diameter for your gearing and speedometer. if you go with the 205, it'll change your gearing a little bit and make your accelleration a little slower, but barely noticible as long as you're not running a d15b2 or something.

 

205 is a deathtrap with wet weather. So I'd have to say it depends on where you're from, and what brand tires you run.
Most ppl using the 205's run falkens, wich have a nice hard wall... moth general brand tires SUCK with a soft wall.

 

I made up my mind about the size but now i don't know what brand tire i should get. I am looking for good performance tire with good wet traction since i am going to be driving in the snow. Thanx for any input in advance.


Modified by Terry36 at 6:56 PM 10/26/2005


Modified by Terry36 at 7:06 PM 10/26/2005

 

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Why are 205's a deathtrap in wet weather?

 

from past results... kumho supra

some i would recommend is

yokohama es100
toyo proxies 4
falken azenis / ziex

 

Just get some Falken Ziex 512 from JLBmotorsports.

Also get some of these from ROTA! (WORK RSZ-R COPIES)



-Jon

 

I love my Toyo Proxes-4's on my ls mesh wheels very soft sticky tires that grip well in dry and wet.

 

205/50/15 will fit as long as the wheels u got are +45 off set!!

 

If you are going to be driving in the snow, I would get a dedicated snow rim/tire set. I plan on running 205/50/15 in the summer and 195/50/15 in the winter. Narrower tires are much better at cutting through the snow, especially on light cars such as ours.

 

Get Bridgestone Potenza S03's in 195/50/15 these tires are awesome and usually on sale in this size at tirerack.com for cheap. These are the best rain tire I've ever seen and have loads of grip.

 

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i have my crx pretty much as low as it will go, and at the track i was running 205/50/15 Hoosier slicks and no rubbing they worked out fine.

 

205/50/15 Azenis on a 15x6.5 rim here

And yes there is a big difference between 195 and 205's. When I switched to 205's I noticed a world of difference.

 

i have an offset of +35 Would 205 fit??
I would get 205 if possible, cause i don't plan on driving that fast, mostly city driving.
I drove my 300ZX 5spd throughout the whole winter with summer tire, so i think i can survive in fwd car.
Thanx alot guys for your responses.