imported_94EG6HB

OK here the problem.

43 offset 15" 5zigen rims "repaired finally"..

Current tires 195/50/R15 Toyo fZ4 Proxes tires(i know).

I am seriously thinking of running 195/55/R15 rubber with these rims.

This car is heavily daily driven and i don't want to ever have to fix these 5Zigens again.

Car is currently using stock suspension.

1st with this offset and a 195/55/R15 tire will I rub with a 0.75 to 1.2 inch drop?

Have a set of HR OE Sport's but got a line on some nice RSR's.

2nd can anyone recommend decent new summer rubber in a 195/55/R15 configuration.


Opinions please..

Thanks to all.

bbarbulo

iTrader: (2)

Let me first tackle some other issues... your sizing should be 195/55/15. Running a smaller tire I'm sure you know has consequences like gas mileage and VSS being off by a few percent (about 2-3%). Your offset is a little shallow, if any rubbing occurs it will be on the inside framerail. However, considering that you are NOT even mentioning a 205 tire, I can safely say, this is a non issue. You WILL NOT rub no matter how big the drop. For RS*R springs you can contact optauto.com

For tire choices, I'll post again in a few minutes.

imported_toyman29

just wondering.. what happened to the rim b4..?
it got damaged b/c the tire was too thing?

bbarbulo

iTrader: (2)

I like the Yoko A520, ES100, Falken ZE-512, and the Dunlop SP Sport 9000, Toyo T1S. Check out the prices at tiretrends.com; talk to Bob there. He's a good guy; take good care of ya.

If you choose a different size, it opens up other options. They may still have overstock of the Toyo T1S in 195/50/15... excellent tire, and that size went for super cheap last year.

bbarbulo

iTrader: (2)

No it got damaged cuz the driver hit a curb LOL Rims don't just bend from regular bumps and stuff.

imported_94EG6HB

I'm liking the ES100, don't think the A520's are gonna do **** for me in the rain.

I'll prolly get ES100 195/55/R15's then.

I will be a full season yoko man.

To bad the AVS sports doesn't come in my size.

Hmm..

Wait a minute.

Let's see what Yokohama Japan has to say...

Bruno I owe you a keg of beer.

Broken Rims pics below..

Rice Burner

Hey stop posting these big pic's, especially without warning! 56k'rs can't keep up!

'OH:

imported_94EG6HB

Sorry shoulda warned.

Maybe its time for a faster internet connection.

Personally I would DIE without a *cough* high speed connection.

imported_JookSingKid

Althought the 195-55-R15 is a little higher that your stock diameter spec, go with it.

Remember my buddy rob? He had 205-55-R15 on his car.