tire size for winter... too confusing
10-04-2003, 09:57 PM
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I read on the tire forum that we should go 245/45/16 in the rear if we are running anything other than the Stock S02s...
so when i get winter tires... should i bother with the contact patch (since i think we want a bit less contact with winter tires) and go for 225/50/16 instead?
so when i get winter tires... should i bother with the contact patch (since i think we want a bit less contact with winter tires) and go for 225/50/16 instead?
10-05-2003, 08:04 AM
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Stock sizes are good for winter tires. You don't need the same contact as the rear SO2's for this use. I've been running stock sizes for 3 winters now (4th one coming up) - no problems. Just remember that snow tires will feel mushy if you push it on dry roads.
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10-05-2003, 09:09 AM
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Originally posted by quick_lude
The size of the contact patch doesn't change very much when you go with a higher profile/smaller diameter tire... but the shape does.
The size of the contact patch doesn't change very much when you go with a higher profile/smaller diameter tire... but the shape does.
higher profile (or aspect ratio) = LARGER diameter. The "shape" of the contact patch is dependent upon tire pressure, tire construction (rubber type) and tread design & depth.
10-05-2003, 12:22 PM
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I run stock winter sizes and trust me, when that freezing rain hits or light snow, NUTHIN' makes a considerable difference except calm car control.
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