Best tire size for 66 SWB w 7x15's?

[merbesfield]

Before you say they won't fit, let me clarify that I have flared fenders on the car. Car has 205/60 15's now. Is that a good size or do I want to consider other options? Also, what are some recommended brands for this size. I am going for the sports purpose look. Thanks

[gsjohnson]

I'm running 205/60/15s on my SWB... 7x15 Steelies...Stock fender flares.

[304065]

I am using 185/70 Vredestein Sprint classics on 15x6 now-- they are a good compromise between light weight and tread width. SWB cars in particular have a heavy suspension, so minimizing unsprung weight is a good idea, and unless you are racing, the extra rubber is overkill. I would go as light and as narrow as possible for street use, maybe use a spacer in the rear to put the wheel in the flare better.

[merbesfield]

I am using 185/70 Vredestein Sprint classics on 15x6 now-- they are a good compromise between light weight and tread width. SWB cars in particular have a heavy suspension, so minimizing unsprung weight is a good idea, and unless you are racing, the extra rubber is overkill. I would go as light and as narrow as possible for street use, maybe use a spacer in the rear to put the wheel in the flare better.

185/70 on a 7x15? I did not think you could run this skinny of a tire on a 7" wide wheel? Thanks

[hesaputz]

Check out 205/50, 205/55, or to really get down - 225/45. These tires will put the car on the ground (23" tall) for better handling, and have 7.5 to 8.5 tread width. These are for sporty street/autocross purposes on 7's, and they're no heavier than 195's or your typical 205/60.

[gsjohnson]

I am using 185/70 Vredestein Sprint classics on 15x6 now-- they are a good compromise between light weight and tread width. SWB cars in particular have a heavy suspension, so minimizing unsprung weight is a good idea, and unless you are racing, the extra rubber is overkill. I would go as light and as narrow as possible for street use, maybe use a spacer in the rear to put the wheel in the flare better.

Can you elaborate on the "SWB cars...have a heavy suspension" comment? I can tell you that my Steelies are very heavy compared to my Fuchs with 195s.

[merbesfield]

Does anyone have any pics of car w shorter tires than the 60 series, like the 205/55 mentioned? I like the idea of the car being lower but worry about not filling the fenders and having it look funny. I am also concerned about the speedo error. Not sure how off the 205/60's are but the 205/55 drops even more.

[Flieger]

Can you elaborate on the "SWB cars...have a heavy suspension" comment? I can tell you that my Steelies are very heavy compared to my Fuchs with 195s.

The control arms that have to transmit the springing forces in bending are heavy, the bolt-together strut is heavy, the rear suspension is well...

[bliebler]

185/70 on a 7x15? I did not think you could run this skinny of a tire on a 7" wide wheel? Thanks

Back in the 1977 friend of mine bought a 74 911 with 185/70/15's on 7in all around. It looked pretty "cool" as remember. I would like to see a picture to refresh my memory.

[teenchy]

Back in the 1977 friend of mine bought a 74 911 with 185/70/15's on 7in all around. It looked pretty "cool" as remember. I would like to see a picture to refresh my memory.

I run 195/65/15 on 7s all around, but mine is a LWB so may not be pertinent. Apologies if so. Left rear rubs rarely, right rear never rubs.