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MODIFYING OR DETAILING YOUR I30 => TYRES | WHEELS | BRAKES => Topic started by: Ausi30CRDi on February 01, 2020, 06:35:02
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Hello all,
Standard 205/55/16 tyres on the car.
Way too low! Need a little extra ground clearance. Considering going to a 205/60/16 for that little extra height.
Anyone else done it? Any issues?
Going from well worn 55 series to new 60 series will be quite the jump but eventually they will feel 'normal' once I get used to them I assume.
Looks like I'll get a 10mm raise with the taller tyre. Hmmmm
Thanks!
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Not sure why you need extra clearance.
You will alter your speedo slightly.
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I have a tow bar fitted, unloaded it scrapes getting out of the driveway unless I take it very slow and at a very specific angle.
It also seems that every carpark barrier just grabs onto the rubber strip under the front bumper. Have had to re-attach it several times.
Also, will the speedo read over or under? Right now indicated 106km/h is 100 in reality. Running on the freeway at 118 indicated is 111 in reality.
Will bigger tyres correct this or make it worse? I always forget!
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60 km/h actual speed will = 61.9 km/h , 3% increase in circumference , so your speedo of 106 will now = 103
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Search for tyre calculator on the web. Easy to use, gives all details and speedo info. Could try 215/60r16 even .
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Search for tyre calculator on the web. Easy to use, gives all details and speedo info. Could try 215/60r16 even .
Here. Just add your desired sizes.
:link: 225/40-R18 vs 205/55-R16 Tire Comparison - Tire Size Calculator | Tacoma World (https://www.tacomaworld.com/tirecalc?tires=225-40r18-205-55r16)