97 Civic tire fit question
 

I am replacing my 205/55 15 Nitto Neogens but haven't been able to find a replacement in the same tire size. I am concerned that 205/65 15 will rub. My vehicle is a completely stock 97 Civic with 2000 si alloy 15s. If those tires aren't going to work, what is the max tire size I can use without alteration? Will I need to step back down to a 195 width to increase diameter? Any info that will relieve my anxiety of buying the larger tires will be appreciated. Thanks

Re: 97 Civic tire fit question
 

Where are you looking? Found 140 different matches for this tire size on Ebay alone.

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Discounttiredirect.com and tirerack.com mostly. I shop there so I can read reviews and comments. I should say I haven't found many tires that size that I like. The Neogens I have perform as long as there is no snow or ice, I'd like a true all season tire. Also looking for something with better treadlife. The Hankook Optimo H727 looks like an inexpensive option but now I am trying to find out which tire size is right for me.

Re: 97 Civic tire fit question
 

The Yokohama S-Drives are more than a suitable replacement. I run these. Direzzas have been reported to be a capable tire.

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Nice. I believe I read an article early on in my search that gave negative reviews for Direzzas but I like the S-Drives. What size do you use? Are you suggesting I give up the search for a different tire size all together and get whatever I can in the 205/55 15?

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I run 16s.
You can get the S-Drives in that size.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/4-NEW-Yokoha...item43ac1356f9

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What model Direzza are you referring to? The DZ101's and D1 Star Spec's are both very good performing tires. I've had both.

Re: 97 Civic tire fit question
 

What about runing a 205-50-15?

Re: 97 Civic tire fit question
 

We recommend 205/50R15 for your model year to keep the overall tire diameter close to stock (23" overall), the year 2000 Civic used 195/55R15 as OE, so the 205/50R15 would be fine on that car as well.

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DZ101s. The Z1s are out of my price range for the moment.

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I've still got my Z101's. They're fantastic tires, in my personal opinion.

Re: 97 Civic tire fit question
 

Go to treadepot.com , they have a bunch of different tires in plenty of sizes. That's where I buy my tires, usually get them cheaper than anywhere else.