I'm going to be ordering new wheels next week for my 98 Hatch. They're going to be 16x7 and I don't really know the best tire size for that width. I'm looking at the Azenis, Pirelli P7000, or Dunlop SP's. Anyone have a clue? Thanks in advance.

B96v6

 

the size that fits your rim


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No kidding? Really? It would help if you'd post something worthwhile....

Ok, maybe I should be a little more detailed. I was going to get 205/50's for the Rota's i'm selling (15x7) so obviously i'll be looking for about the same width. Will a 215 fit or is that too much of a stretch? What height should I look for? A 50 series would be shorter than stock, but i'm also adding another inch of wheel diameter. So, would a 205/50 or a 205/45 be a better choice? I know someone has 16's on their car and have an opinion on tire size.

B96v6



[Modified by B96v6, 3:03 PM 10/31/2002]

 

For 16's on a Civic or integra you want 205/45/16
That will keep the rolling diameter closest to stock

 

Thanks, Tony. Big help, once again.

B96v6

 

yup, rolling on 205/45/16 and the ride is not bad

 

I have 205/40's.... rides good, but the speedo is a little off.

 

I got 195/50/16 Pirelli P6000s. I don't think I notice a difference from 195 to 205...it's only a 1 CM difference, or 10MMs. Besides our friends dad who works at a tire shop said you will rub a lot more, like especially with turning. Does anyone ever rub with 205 width tires, and a loaded ride? I never rubbed with 195s and a loaded car, but I never had 205s on my hatch.

 

If you tires rub then yuo have the wrong offset.

205/45/16 with a 40-45mm offset should work great. slight rubbing but nothing that will chew up your tires.

 

205/45/16s on my Civic CX threw the speedo off about 5 mph.