The tires mentioned has a load index of 95, while the 87-up Vanagons needed
97. It is a bit low, but it shouldn't be a problem. At least don't sue me if
there is problems down the road.

PerL
87 Syncro 112i

"Jose R. Moscoso" wrote:

> Douglas:
> Fellows and Fellaws:
>
> In a past tire size comparison chart you mailed, there is no reference to
> the actual tire I'm using in my '84 Westfalia: 205-75-14 (Michelin
> Weatherwise 95S Radial M+S, rated 1532#)
> What this a typo or doesn't this tire a regular size.
>
> Can you help me determine if the GWR (1532#) is adequate for the stated
> 2425# front and 2866# rear axle weight of the Westfalia.  I'm calculating
> that 1532# times two equals 3062# weight rate.  I know this is a passenger
> car tire and it doesn't conforms to sidewall ply requirements but... they
> ride beautifully.
>
> Jose Rafael Moscoso, T.R., M.P.H.
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