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Subject:Re: 16" Tire recommendations
From:Mike S
Date:Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:00:24 -0400

At 11:06 AM 3/11/2009, Chris S wrote...
>I currently use Michelin Hydroedge tires on my New Beetle ... and
>would use them, in little larger size on 16'' wheels  on my Vanagon.

Vanagon tires should have a load rating of at least 96. The Hydroedges
which have a suitable rating would be 215/65R16, 225/60R16, and
235/60R16. All are wider and larger diameter than stock (speedo
inaccurate, effectively robs engine power). Watch out for fitment
issues.