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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: crimp on 03 June 2005, 19:20

Title: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: crimp on 03 June 2005, 19:20

I have a oak green 16 valve golf with 15'' BBS wheels. I want new tryes but am not sure what is the best size to get, also what make of trye would suit the car.

Title: Re: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: wellfan on 03 June 2005, 20:27

185\55x15 were the factory fit tyres, most folk use 195\50x15, probably cos they are wider and cheaper. You will surely get some more informative replies than mine. I was just stating some basic informaton.

Title: Re: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: jettaTx on 03 June 2005, 20:28

I have RM BBS wheels and ive got 195/50r15v tyres fitted.
As for make i went for Firestone TZ200 as the price was good around 25+ VAT each and the bonus being they have a very good kurb saver to protect the alloys. Overall wear has been okay too on the whole.

Title: Re: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: crimp on 03 June 2005, 21:55

Do you feel much difference when you are driving between the 195/50/15 and the185/55/15 and what looks the best.

Title: Re: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: 92 rocks on 03 June 2005, 22:04

I run a 92 run out and have just changed from 185 -195/50/15s, as its PAS this has reduced the ultra light feel of the steering to a far more acceptable level giving the car better feedback. In general its your choice but i opted for Michelin Pilots as have found these are well suited to my use and the characteristics / geometry of the Mk2.....

Title: Re: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: gibby on 04 June 2005, 00:45

I had 185/55/15s on my cabby and recently changed to 195/50/15s and I noticed a big difference with the slightly wider tyre, going over speed bumps is not as bad now and overall the ride is a lot more comfier.  :smiley:

Title: Re: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: Mart8V on 04 June 2005, 00:58

195/50 15 were apparently the intended tyre, and make no difference to your speedo if you are changing up from 14".  I've gone for the Eagle F1s- great in wet or dry, and the rim protector has already proved it's worth.  £125 for the set from Mytyres.co.uk. Very happy with the choice! :grin:

Title: Re: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: gibby on 04 June 2005, 01:08

Try this website to check out the rolling radius when you change from stock tyres. --> http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html  :smiley:

Title: Re: what tryes on run out 16 valve
Post by: GTI_16V on 04 June 2005, 09:26

I run toyo proxies, but i don't know anything else about them cos they are all i've ever had!!!   :laugh: