The Nokian CS is also available in the 195R14. 26.25" and it will fit in
the spare tire carrier.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Harold Teer
Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 9:48 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Question on Size

I am about to replace my Michelin Agilis on 14" rims with Nokian CS tires.
I may stay with the 14" rims and purchase the 185R14 with a diameter of
25.6"
and section width of 7.4", but am considering going to the 15" South
African
Alloys.

IF I purchase the Alloys, my question is which size tire to put on the 15"
rim?

It appears that many people use the 205 65 R 15 with a diameter of 25.5
and
section width of 8.2
I also have the choice of a 195 70 R 15 with a diameter of 25.8 and
section
width of 7.9.

I have searched the archives of "The List" and also of Samba and I have
not
seen anyone using the 195 70 R 15.  Am just wondering why not and if that
is
a good or bad option.  My guess is that people who go to a bigger rim also
want more tread on the road so they go with the 205 65 which provides
that.
But, that is my guess and I want your thoughts.

Thanks,

Harold

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Harold & Faye Teer
1991 Westy
Harrisonburg, VA