That actually remains to be seen. I still need to aquire
studs, lugs, and tires to mount my Rheins. But I am going
with Michelin Agilis 51 or Pirelli P6000's both in 215/65R15
which are essentially the same diameter as stock.

Thanks,
Chris

---- Original message ----
>Date: Wed, 27 Mar 2002 06:22:12 -0500
>From: Phil Menchions <tassie@E-STELLA.NET>
>Subject: Re: Spare Tire Gas Tank
>To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>
>You mean you're able to mount a 15" spare under your van. I
thought this was
>impossible.
>
>Phil
>'89 Westy
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: 80 Westy Pokey <pokey@VANAGON.ORG>
>To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
>Sent: Tuesday, March 26, 2002 10:50 PM
>Subject: Spare Tire Gas Tank
>
>
>> Well after all the hype in February / March I took the
plunge
>> and bought a spare tire gas tank on eBay. It just arrived
>> today and I LOVE it! It is slightly tapered on one side and
>> fits PERFECTLY into my 15" SA Rhein Wheels. It has a 9L
>> capacity which is roughly 2 1/2 gallons). For pics take a
>> look at the sold item at:
>>
>> http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?
ViewItem&item=1807364597
>>
>> If you want one for yourself the guy seems to list them
>> fairly regularly. I can't say for sure if his 14" tank will
>> fit stock 14" wheels... I just took the chance that the 15"
>> version would fit my wheels and it did. I will post a pic
>> with the tank inside the Rheins on my website when I get my
>> film developed (no digital camera).
>>
>> I have no financial interest in these items and although I
>> can say that my transaction went smoothly I cannot vouch
for
>> the seller personally. Shipping was a BIT on the slow side
>> three weeks to Canada.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Chris
>>