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Subject:215/75R15 vs. 215/65R15 Tires
From:80 Westy Pokey
Date:Mon, 3 Dec 2001 14:56:54 -0800

I was going to buy Michelin Agilis 51 (215/65R15) but I am having a hell of a time finding them. However, 215/75R15 tires seem plentiful. So it is time for me to spark a tire debate, my questions are as follows:

1. I am pretty sure 215/75R15 is the maximum size for the spare tire bay without modification. True?

2. What is your favorite 215/75R15 Tire?

3. Apart from speedometer error, what disadvantage do I face with a higher profile tire?

Thanks,
Chris Gronski
'80 Westy "Pokey" - SLOPOKEY
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