I run Michelin Aguilles in size 205/65 R15 C.
I think that size is 'nigh perfect.'
I think the 205 / 70's would be 'too fat/big.'

if there is some reason you really want a large tire, go with the 205 /70,
but otherwise....
I've always like the proportions of that size tire, the  205/65 R 15.

load and stiffness wise, the Agilles are way up there.
The max load in lbs is plenty enough for a vanagon , I'm pretty sure.
and they drive extra great ..........not for snow or ice, but dry and in the
rain - excellent, Tracks unusually well, and has nice turn-in.
Quite expensive though, and a little hard to find.

----- Original Message -----
From: "pdooley" <psdooley@VERIZON.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Tuesday, January 26, 2010 2:07 PM
Subject: Re: 15 inch wheels: tire size

> Don't you want to talk about load rating instead?
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
> M'obeechi
> Sent: Tuesday, January 26, 2010 5:01 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: 15 inch wheels: tire size
>
> I need to choose between 205 65 15 and 205 70 15.
>
> Where do the votes fall?