I have Hankkok RA08 185R14 and used to have 205's. I get stuck EVERY time I
stop if I'm at the ranch, the beach, the lake, etc. Good thing I have some
heavy-duty relatives to get on the bumper hehehe

On Tue, Dec 9, 2008 at 5:11 PM, Florian Speier <groups.florian@gmail.com>wrote:

> Well, wide tires are something you want in warm climates and on pavement.
> narrow tires are better on snow and ice, and better for offroading except
> for sandy conditions.
> florian
>
> On Tue, Dec 9, 2008 at 2:56 PM, Matt Drew <t3vanagon@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Volks-
> >
> > Time has come (when repairs are done on Blackbeard) to replace the tires.
> >
> > I've currently got 205-70-R14 Toyo 800 Ultras on there (93T Premium
> > Touring).
> > Considering going back to stock 185s, but given that I've never had
> > anything
> > BUT the 205s, what can I expect as far as difference in performance?
> >
> > Bigger question-
> > Do I even NEED 205s in a warmer climate like Vegas, especially given that
> > Blackbeard stays on pavement?
> >
> > I'm looking at a bunch of different brands, understanding of course that
> I
> > need a minimum load class of "C" and reinforced walls .  .  .
> > Maybe some Hankooks?
> >
> > Actually having a hard time finding 205s with a high enough load rating,
> > surprisinglly. . .
> >
> >
> > -Drew
> > '90 GL "Blackbeard"
> >
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