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Subject:Re: tires
From:Phil Zimmerman
Date:Thu, 6 Nov 2003 15:15:07 -0800

Hi James,
I run 215:65X16 on 6.5in wide Alloys. Enjoy the added rubber on the road so
to speak. Have taken a hit on acceleration (do feel this on hills and with
the A/T)  due to the 1&1/2inch additional Diameter of this particular
tire/wheel combination over a stock 185:75X14 and Speedo indicates about 10%
slow (lower) than actual. Lots of clearance in wheel wells and from all the
running gear. I realize the combination I am running is different other than
the 215 size you are inquiring about but for what it is worth.... the 215
size fits well and no problems in the handling department.
Phil Z
'87 Westy

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