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Looking For 215/55/15 Tires

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Old 07-26-2006, 06:42 PM
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15" Tire Help - For a Cooper S - Smaller OK?

I have decided to change over to Cooper 7-hole 15" wheels but I am having issues choosing the right tires. I want to keep the overall rolling size as close as possible, which would be 215/55/15 but I cannot find tires in this size.

If I go with a smaller tire, such as a 205/50 or 205/55, can I have the speedometer recalibrated?

I am changing to 15" to get a more comfortable ride due to back problems. I love the chunky look of the Azenias but I don't want to go that small and they look like the ride would be harsh.

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Old 07-27-2006, 07:34 AM
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Old 07-27-2006, 07:35 AM
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I have plenty in 205/55 - but no 215/55's

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How much will this affect the speedometer reading?
 
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Old 07-27-2006, 07:56 AM
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dont believe a 215 tire with fit on the holies.. a 205 is pushing it with the 5.5 width of the rim. The Speedo difference will be minor. 2-5 mph at 70. This is a give or take seeing that the 55 i believe is larger than stock and the 50 is smaller. But only by maybe an inch.
 
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