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tire size differences?


cmacartney
02-10-2005, 12:05 AM
hey, i decided i need new tires. I was wondering if there would be any advantage to getting 235/75 R15 instead of 225/75 R15(stock)? Will it make any difference? or am I better off sticking with the origional size? Thanks!

JDPascal
02-10-2005, 12:14 AM
The plus size will give you a "little" more ground clearance, a bit wider tread footprint.

your speedo will show about 1 mph fast compared to the 225's

try the tire calculator at this link and compare for your self.

http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCalculator.asp

JD

cmacartney
02-10-2005, 01:51 PM
thanks!

scrap_iron
02-10-2005, 07:47 PM
Nice link, JD !!
I guess I can throw away this post-it note on my toolbox with the calculation...

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