Increase tire width on stock rims?

[loganbro28]

Hey! I need new tires on my 1992 Taurus. The stock size is 215/60/16. I found some damn near new tires for 100 bucks but they are 235/60/16. Do you guys think they will fit??

 

[rubydist]

Those tires will be an inch taller and nearly an inch wider than the correct size. I think you will have rubbing issues when turning and may need to roll the rear fender to have it not rub there. You will have less acceleration by about 4% due to the diameter difference, and it will reduce your gas mileage. If I were looking at that, I would pass.

 

[loganbro28]

Those tires will be an inch taller and nearly an inch wider than the correct size. I think you will have rubbing issues when turning and may need to roll the rear fender to have it not rub there. You will have less acceleration by about 4% due to the diameter difference, and it will reduce your gas mileage. If I were looking at that, I would pass.

Ok, what about some 225 instead?

 

[BaySHO Performance]

The usual upgrade is 225/55. Download this file to see all your choices and their effect on speedometer accuracy. Download arrow top right:

tire sizes.xlsx

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[Irish Pride]

 

[loganbro28]

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Wow thanks guys!! I didnt know about this tool. I’m going to go with the standard size I think.

 

[Irish Pride]

Wow thanks guys!! I didnt know about this tool. I’m going to go with the standard size I think.

I run 225/55/16s on my cars.

-Chad

 

[BaySHO Performance]

Like Chad, I also use 225/55s. Fine fit, no fender problems, better grip because of the increased footprint.