Absolutely not.  Go for at least 1500 lbs. per tire.  A 215-70/14 is rated
at 1554.  225-70/14's are becoming available again.  I believe these are
rated at 1675lbs. Check you Sears sale catalogue.  Recently had this size on
sale in three different brands.  One was only $59.95.  This size will work
although a 6 inch rim is recommended.  This is also a great way to increase
the tire diameter (27.5") without replacing the wheels.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Seth F Gordon <sethgordon@MONTYSBAY.COM>
To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM>
Date: Friday, July 31, 1998 6:18 PM
Subject: vehicle weight/tires

>is 1290 lbs per tire an ok weight rating for a regular  7 passenger
vanagon.
>The tires are reasonably priced and I don't ussually cart much around.