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Just wondering whats the biggest tyre width that can be run on standard (cyclone) wheels?
I have a set of 4 205/60/15 tyres here that i want to put on for the winter (cold weather tyres) But i dont want o go to the hassle of having them fitted to find they're scrubbing the arches or struts...
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I found 185/65/15s to touch the bottom of the strut cup...if that helps!?
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Hmm i shall have too investigate, suppose its only a tenner too gamble if i have a pair fitted and they dont fit!
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The 205 width should be fine, but I'm dubious about the 60 profile in that size - sidewall will be 15mm or so taller compared to a 195/55R15 and I suspect will foul the strut as Piggy mentions.
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More than likely scrub the rear arch if your beams even slightly leaning lol...
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I've had 195 65 on a ZX and they rubbed like buggery, I would say no chance to a 205.
a 195 50 or 185 60 would be fine, 185 is marginally cheaper too.
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Matt I'll have you know that scrubbing on the back with the 20mm spacers added 40bhp.
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