 pls help--Tires sizes, 215/40/17 or 205/40/17 |
 Dec 2, 2003 - 7:16 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Nov 19, '03 From Buffalo Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%)  |
Hi
I live in snow area. I am looking for a set 17 inch high quality all season tires. what brand and size should I go for? 215 is wider than 205 what is the handling difference? which is better? thanks for your help |
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Dec 2, 2003 - 7:30 PM
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 Enthusiast  Joined Aug 29, '02 From Franklin/Nashville, TN Currently Offline Reputation: 16 (100%) |
wider surface == wider contact patch == better traction. wider is most always better, the only downfall is that if they are too wide, they will rub...BUT, 215/40/17s will be ok on the celica.
 . i'd go wider, most definately. -John- -------------------- AIM==Mynzeyes
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extras4u pls help--Tires sizes Dec 2, 2003 - 7:16 PM
macavely try looking at tirerack.com they have a lot of gre... Dec 2, 2003 - 7:45 PM Cragspider Just my advice, but i would put the Mud/snow tires... Dec 2, 2003 - 9:29 PM
aaronc222 In a snowy area the 205 will be better. In dry con... Dec 2, 2003 - 9:34 PM |
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