Both sets of tire guidelines are very helpful.  I'm glad to know that I
already have the recommended size tires *(**185R14)* on my Westy, although
they need to be replaced.  Is this size, by definition, a TRUCK tire, as
opposed to a passenger car tire?  And is *185R14* uniform within all makes
of tires?  Is there any variations within this size from maker to maker?
*Patti*
*90 Westy Automatic*
*Los Angeles  *

On Fri, Apr 17, 2015 at 5:15 PM, Jon VO <jondvo@gmail.com> wrote:

> Load range & sidewall deflection issues are what comes to mind, given the
> smallish tire and relatively high weight & loading of the tire. You may be
> able to go to 195r14's if you can find them. A bit larger all around, more
> weight capacity but still will fit the spare area, and otherwise be a
> slight improvement.  Unfortunately, the 195r14 reinforced size seems to
> have all but vanished...I believe Hancook still make them.
> I am running all-season tires which are a compromise, summer tires wear
> longer.  Winter tires have much better cold & ice traction.
> Jon
>
>
> On 4/17/2015 2:58 PM, PB wrote:
>
>> Is there anything different about getting new tires for my 90
>> Westy automatic?  There's a tire dealer I feel comfortable with, not far
>> from where I live. I've gotten tires for my Jeep there. Their service is
>> excellent, and I have had no problems with the service or the tires.
>>
>> My current tires are Michelin 185R 14C.  While the tread is fine, they are
>> cracked all around because I don't have a garage. I probably drive it less
>> than 5,000 miles/year, and would like to replace them with decent, safe
>> tires that would be less expensive then Michelins.
>>
>> Is there anything special about Vanagon tires that I should know about? (I
>> am not considering used tires or retreads.)
>>
>> Thanks.
>> Patti
>>
>> 90 Westy automatic
>> Los Angeles, California
>>
>>
>>
>

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