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> Compatable Tire Sizes For 96 850glt, compatable tire sizes for 96 850glt
hoit666
post Sep 5 2008, 08:08 PM
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Im looking for winter tires for my 96 850glt I was just wondering what different sizes would work, or if i should just stick with the 195/60R15 tire? any input on handling and different sizes would be great. thanks alot...

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post Sep 5 2008, 09:33 PM
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i use dunlop 205/55H 16's front
245/50's rear all-season tires
bigger contact patch great handling in grip last long too my 850 has a 3.5 drop.
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post Sep 6 2008, 12:05 AM
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so what would the range be that i could put on? im sorry im a "noob" i dont kno much about cars and tires and whatnot. anything is great...thankyou swedseed for your input :grin:
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post Sep 6 2008, 12:37 AM
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your not a noob :haha: ! tireology is a real confusing thing.
tirerack.com will answer all your tire size needs. usualy they are on it, but if you need a second opinion, get back to us.
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post Sep 6 2008, 03:25 AM
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Save this link. You'll use it often, I promise.

For your purposes right now, click on 'wheel & tire'. I think the info you want is between 1/4 and 1/3 of the way down page 2.
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