i just picked a set of 16inch miata wheels. 16x6.5 with a 40 offset. i know the wheels will fit, but i want to know which tire size i could fit. was thinking about 215/45/16. what do u all think?
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Not a good idea. The Tire and Rim Association calls for a wheel width range of 7-8.5" for correct fitment of a 215/45 tire. Of course, you can do this but it won't be an optimum fitment. With a 45 aspect ratio, a 205 tire should be the widest used on a 6.5" wide wheel. For more information, go to:
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if 205 is the widest for a 6.5" wheel. why do i see alot of 225 that are ranged from 6.0"-8.0" ?Originally posted by goldstar View PostNot a good idea. The Tire and Rim Association calls for a wheel width range of 7-8.5" for correct fitment of a 215/45 tire. Of course, you can do this but it won't be an optimum fitment. With a 45 aspect ratio, a 205 tire should be the widest used on a 6.5" wide wheel. For more information, go to:
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Because recommended wheel width for a given tire is a function of both its tread width and its aspect ratio.Originally posted by viper_707 View Post
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MP3 Shifter, Knob and Aluminum Pedal Set
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ever try to mount a 225 on a 6.5 rim???? what a pain in the butt... i don't recommend it .especially a 45 series...Comment
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i swap wheels and tires between my miata and my 323 all the time.
I also have a pair of 225/50/15 toyos on the stock 15x6 miata wheels, it's not optimal, but it's not the end of the world either.
I think the 215/45/16 size is a pretty good fit, lots of miata guys run it on the stock wheel. It does make it a little bit harder to put on the rim, but a good tire monkey should be able to handle it.93 323, 94 MX-3, 04 MSM, 83 Jeep Cherokee, 87 b2000
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believe me i have mounted my fair share ....it still annoys me ...Comment
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do you do hoosiers at your shop? the sidewalls on those things will kill you. after you pinch fat hoosiers onto stock class tiny wheels a couple of dozen times regular tires are cake.93 323, 94 MX-3, 04 MSM, 83 Jeep Cherokee, 87 b2000
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