> I haven't measured the width, but I do have the 16" wheels on my '87 2WD.
> I've done about 35K miles in the past two years with no issues. The
> Hydroedge tires have done a good job as far as I'm concerned.

Same here. Only 4K miles in a year and a half, but no issues. They stick
like glue, are quiet as a whisper, as steady as a railroad wheel, and the
only drawback is it's still $150+ for a new tire when you run over a piece
of 2" angle iron in the driveway...
I measure 'em at 7.5 inches wide.
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John Bange
'90 Vanagon - "Geldsauger"