I used bridgestone RD603 in 185R14 size and switched to 195R14 Hankook
RA08.  There's quite a difference in height between the two and with
the old 1.9l WBX I could feel the loss of power in my full Westy.  My
'85 'Weekender' Westfalia handled 27x8.5r14 size tires quite nicely,
though.  The wider 27s gave good handling on the Applachian back roads
in lighter Wolfy.

On 12/9/08, 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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