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Old 07-30-2008, 10:09 AM
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Wish to upgrade from stock 175/65-15.

Thought to get 195/60-15 as rolling radius nearly the same but that size tire calls for 5.5 in. rims and I believe the factory 15's are only 5 in.


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Old 07-30-2008, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by SFPhoto
Thought to get 195/60-15 as rolling radius nearly the same but that size tire calls for 5.5 in. rims and I believe the factory 15's are only 5 in.
which stock wheels do you have? I'm pretty sure most (if not all) of the 15" OEM wheels are actually 5.5" wide.
 
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Old 07-30-2008, 11:06 AM
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Original wheels

'04 window sticker just say "alloy wheels" - am uploading photo.


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With the stock 15" tire size, it has to be on 5.5" wide rims.

Any idea what tires you'll be getting?
 
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Old 07-30-2008, 01:20 PM
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OEM R82 wheels are 15x5.5 ...

 
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Old 07-30-2008, 01:57 PM
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You will be fine with that tire size, I like the Fusion tires (Firestone) for daily and good for AutoX too. If you'd like to limit the OEM Brake dust think about running Carbotech Bobcat pads too. Can be found at my site.
 
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Old 07-31-2008, 09:48 AM
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Tire model

I assume you mean the Fusion HRi, price looks good - I was thinking of the Bridgestone G019 ($63 locally).

Popular size, Tire Rack has over 70 offerings.


Thanks to all for your comments!

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