| Subject: | Re: Tires.. Again |
| From: | Roy Nicholl |
| Date: | Mon, 22 Jun 2015 00:12:28 -0300 |
Mark, If you run a 205/65R15XL (or larger) in the eNTYRE, they work well - drove across the continent on a set last summer (~6000km) and have put another 3500km on them since and they are wearing well. I originally intended to run the Hakka C, but could not get my hands on a set in time. After some math, I concluded the eNTYRE should run fine ... which they do and much smoother than the Hakka C. I run them at 48 in the rear and 40-42 in the front. On 21-Jun-2015, at 23:42, Mark Hersh wrote: > Thanks, Dennis, this is very helpful. So if I got a set of four of the > Nokias (for instance) I would simply inflate the rears to 42 (their max, > and with a load rating above that needed as described on the GVW plate on > the door jamb) with the fronts at 39 and see how it drives/handles. I > don't have to follow the psi recommendations on the inflation plate on the > door jamb b/c I am no longer running the original tires... > > I looked and can't seem to find the complete specs for any of the Nokia > tires. The eNTYRE, being a quiet tire, looks very tempting. > > Thanks again, > > Mark > > On Sun, Jun 21, 2015 at 6:10 AM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> > wrote: > >> For a number of reasons I would go with the 205/65. For real nice highway >> tire consider these: >> >> Note that most of these choices are XL rated tires, not load range C truck >> tires. The XL tires are the better choice for number of reasons. >> >> These are designed for extended use at higher speeds over longer times >> without the heat build-up concerns inherent in commercial tires designs. >> Comfort and handling is part of the design. >> >> They reach their full rated load capacity at 42 psi. Going above that is >> for rolling resistance and handling. A benefit since the VW recommends >> lower pressure in front that the rear. >> >> The 99 load index is adequate and is above the 97 that originally came >> with the vans with the 207/70-14 tires. >> >> >> >> This is amongst my favorite! What�s on Fun Bus in a 235/55-17. >> >> >> >> >> http://www.tires-easy.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=135&cart_id=25674052.135.26794&Cookie=pricegrabber&Breite=205&Quer=65&Felge=15&Speed=&LoadRange=&kategorie=6&Marke=&ranzahl=4&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&weiter=84&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&search_tool=standard&Label=E-C-72-2&details=Ordern&typ=R-146117 >> >> >> >> A great rain-highway ultra-quiet touring tire. >> >> >> >> >> http://www.tires-easy.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=135&cart_id=25674052.135.26794&Cookie=pricegrabber&Breite=205&Quer=65&Felge=15&Speed=&LoadRange=&kategorie=6&Marke=&ranzahl=4&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&search_tool=standard&details=Ordern&typ=R-185709 >> >> >> >> For the off road and winter use this would be a better choice at a lower >> price. >> >> >> >> >> http://www.tires-easy.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=135&cart_id=25674052.135.26794&Cookie=pricegrabber&Breite=205&Quer=65&Felge=15&Speed=&LoadRange=&kategorie=6&Marke=&ranzahl=4&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&weiter=36&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&search_tool=standard&details=Ordern&typ=R-257039 >> >> >> >> Another option: >> >> >> >> >> http://www.tires-easy.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=135&cart_id=25674052.135.26794&Cookie=pricegrabber&Breite=205&Quer=65&Felge=15&Speed=&LoadRange=&kategorie=6&Marke=&ranzahl=4&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&weiter=60&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&search_tool=standard&details=Ordern&typ=R-267164 >> >> >> >> Winter. >> >> >> >> >> http://www.tires-easy.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=135&cart_id=25674052.135.26794&Cookie=pricegrabber&Breite=205&Quer=65&Felge=15&Speed=&LoadRange=&kategorie=6&Marke=&ranzahl=4&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&weiter=84&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&search_tool=standard&details=Ordern&typ=R-242152 >> >> >> >> The truck tire/commercial option. >> >> >> http://www.tires-easy.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=135&cart_id=25674052.135.26794&Cookie=pricegrabber&Breite=205&Quer=65&Felge=15&Speed=&LoadRange=&kategorie=6&Marke=&ranzahl=4&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&weiter=96&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&search_tool=standard&Label=F-B-69-1&details=Ordern&typ=R-119149 >> >> >> >> Or this, >> >> >> >> >> http://www.tires-easy.com/cgi-bin/rshop.pl?dsco=135&cart_id=25674052.135.26794&Cookie=pricegrabber&Breite=205&Quer=65&Felge=15&Speed=&LoadRange=&kategorie=6&Marke=&ranzahl=4&tyre_for=&x_tyre_for=&weiter=96&rsmFahrzeugart=ALL&search_tool=standard&Label=E-C-72-2&details=Ordern&typ=457321 >> >> >> >> Dennis >> >> >> >> *From:* Mark Hersh [mailto:cmwolfsburg@gmail.com] >> *Sent:* Saturday, June 20, 2015 5:23 PM >> *To:* Dennis Haynes >> *Cc:* Vanagon listserv >> *Subject:* Re: Tires.. Again >> >> >> >> These threads are always helpful to me. In 2008 I upgraded to 15" rims >> and unfortunately the tire I picked are taller than we would like (Michelin >> LTX M/S in 215/75). >> >> >> >> We want a highway tire (don't do much off-pavement stuff and what we do do >> is pretty much better Forest Service roads). >> >> >> >> I see the Goodyear Cargo G26 in a 195/70. Or Michelin Agilis or Firestone >> Transforce in 205/65. All are load range C and can take 54 to 65 psi. >> >> >> >> Thoughts? >> >> >> >> >> >> On Sat, Jun 20, 2015 at 9:00 AM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> >> wrote: >> >> There are some tires still available for the 14" rims. There are still the >> skinny hard high capacity sizes such as the 185/80-14 hankooks and the >> like. In 87 VW began offering the 205/70-14XL tires as a handling and >> comfort upgrade. These are getting harder to find. There are still some >> General Altimax tires available but they are out of production. >> Tires-easy.com has some choices in this size and load rating and they are >> very reasonably priced. >> >> If willing to go for a wheel upgrade avoid 15's unless you want to >> increase diameter. Few choices with adequate capacity without going taller. >> Going to 16 or 17 gets choices with needed capacity and true modern >> performance options. Favorite size is 225/60-16. This is only 3/4-1" taller >> and the 225 width is a substantial improvement. Normal load index is 97 0r >> 98 and XL 102 is readily available. This is a very common size. For Syncros >> a 215/65-16 is a tad taller and can be made to fit in the spare >> compartment. There are a number of outstanding winter and all season with >> winter capability tires with the XL rating available. Going to a 17;s you >> can go 225/55-17 with the same advantages and even better handling although >> you will feel the bumps more. American Racing offers the AR95T wheels in >> both 16 and 17 direct fit for the Vanagon with a 2,200 lb. load rating. >> >> Dennis >> >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf >> Of Tyler Hardison >> Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2015 10:49 AM >> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >> Subject: Tires.. Again >> >> My weekender has the original 14" steel rims and the chrome VW hubcaps. >> But tires seem impossible to find. >> >> Is there a last ditch hope to find the correct tires? Or should I remove >> her original feet to upgrade and just not worry about it. >> >> I know, personal preference. >> >> Those that have upgraded, was the upgrade that noticeable in the vans >> stability? >> >> >> >> >> >> -- >> >> 86 Campmobile Six-Seater "Monty" >> >> Black dogs are euthanized at a greater rate than other-colored dogs, >> regardless of temperament. Learn about Black Dog Syndrome at >> http://www.blackpearldogs.com/ Learn about black dogs in a Vanagon at >> http://www.pbase.com/mhersh/image/108220533 >> > > > > -- > 86 Campmobile Six-Seater "Monty" > > Black dogs are euthanized at a greater rate than other-colored dogs, > regardless of temperament. Learn about Black Dog Syndrome at > http://www.blackpearldogs.com/ Learn about black dogs in a Vanagon at > http://www.pbase.com/mhersh/image/108220533
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