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Sarge
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More Tires
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November 15, 2008, 19:07:47 pm »
Came across a nice tire chart that shows what compares to what....
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Sarge
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So, assuming a stock 60's era bug came with 5.60-15 (155) or got a 6.00-15 (165) upgrade, you can see the different diameters and figure out where the gear ratios / horsepower went by adding larger tires.
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Jason Foster
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November 16, 2008, 17:46:30 pm »
Looks like the 205/65/15 is about spot on with the 165 80 I think I'm going to change to 215/65/15 or 205/70/15 in the future for my radials, looking at the chart you posted yesterday those two sizes match and I like the way my 215/65/15 M&H's fill the fender. Thanks for posting these Sarge cool info.
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November 16, 2008, 19:11:46 pm »
Im glad I went with 185/65s all around since they are equivelent to 5.60x15, and they look good too. Good chart.
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Sarge
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November 16, 2008, 19:30:49 pm »
Thanks, guys.... here's some comparison info on Drag Radials. Those 205's are SHORT, but are what enabled Darrell Bomgaars to run 12's with a stock geared 4:12 box and a 2017.
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