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Subject:Re: Yokohama tires
From:David Bogle / Architecture
Date:Tue, 20 Oct 1998 21:42:42 -0400

Jim Fritz wrote:

> Volks,
>
> I know this tire thread (tread?) has been worn out....
>
> Question #1 - is it true the PO messed up and the tire is underrated?
> Question #2 - does anyone have experience or any idea if a swap to my Passat will work?
> Question #3 - how much will these taller tires goof up my speedo?

Check out

http://www.volkswagen.org/tiresize.htm

> Question #4 - What Yokohama model/size should I get for the Westy?
>

I took the advice of many and bought the (5) Michelin MXTs.  They have a smooth ride.  Changing lanes across and up a 2-3 inch pavement difference at around 45 mph barely rocked my steering wheel.

Regards and good luck,
--
David Bogle

'72 Campmobile 2.0L (For Sale)
'87 Vanagon GL Syncro Westfalia