>Hi Folks,
>         As I was browsing the South African VW
>webpage, I noticed that the
>Vanagons with the 2.6i were running
>15" wheels with tire size 205/65 R15 97S. I am
>eager to know what brand tire
>and model (maybe 97S is the model) this is,
>thinking it may have the
>reinforced sidewall we so desperately need. I
>just purchased a set of
>Sunburst Alloys from K. Wilford and have found
>it difficult to track down a
>tire with these dimenions and sidewall strength
>( 6 ply or 8 ply ). Can
>anybody help?  If not, what would be an advisable
>tire with these dimenions
>and strength.        THANX
>
>        Pierre.
>            87 Westy

Try to find tires for the EV, they are same dimension
and load rating.

Helmut
'80 Vanagaudi