At this point tires are readily available in both sizes. The 15" will
probably offer the best value and selection though. One thing I am
considering is getting Mastercraft brand tires in 14". They have real truck
capacity and offer a mild all terrain tread pattern. This way I can skip the
wheel hassles.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Cunegonde" <cunegonde.van.westfalia@GMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Saturday, September 13, 2008 11:45 PM
Subject: Rim recommendations

>I have opportnities to buy either Mercedes 15" x 6 1/2 steel rims, or
> Audi 16" alloys for Cunegonde. Stock  suspension and a stock 1.9L with
> stock 4 speed trans  50% street/50% unpaved back road driving with
> moderate loads. Very little snow and ice, lots of rain driving.
>
> Which rims will give me the greatest tire selection? My current stock
> 14"a with Michelin X truck tires have got to be replaced!
>
> Thanks for all your sage advice.