Re: 185 vs 195 for '87 16V

["steve theodore" <theodore@mail.wsu.edu>]

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> From: steven_b@smtpgate.bcsew.edu
> To: scirocco-l@privatei.com
> Subject: 185 vs 195  for '87 16V
> Date: Thursday, August 21, 1997 1:00 PM
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> 
>      Hey all you 'rocco experimenters!
>      
>      I need sound advice about new rubber for my '87 16V 'rocco.  
>      Should I stick with the stock size tire on my factory 14" 
>      tear drops at 185 60 R14, or is it a no brainer to get 
>      improved handling by going up to the 195's?  I have zero 
>      suspension mods and don't plan to lower ever (Pot hole 
>      heaven is in Wisconsin too!)
>      
>      Let me know if you have "been there, done that" and whether 
>      you cried "JOY!" or "hated it".  Thanks a bucket full!
>      
>      STEVE
>      
>      '87 16V 'rocco
>      
My 88 has always had 195/60/14 sized rubber since I've had it.  No problems
to speak of and certainly nothing rubs.  I work at a tire shop and though
I'm not really educated about plus fitments, I know that an increase of
10mm in width rarely causes anyone to blink an eye.  Perhaps on a very high
performance car (ie: Porsche Turbo) this would be a problem but our
Scirocco's are no problem.  I guess the only downside is that I personally
can't compare it with the stock tire since I've never had 'em.  Also, I
share your pain about potholes.  They have caused me to lose all hope about
mounting my lowering springs.

Steve Theodore
88 16V
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