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Old 15-11-2006, 08:29 PM
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i have just baught a set of escort cosworth alloys,

but i have no idea what size tyres to get for them,
i want the the lowest profile i can get but without
spending a fortune

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Old 16-11-2006, 06:40 AM
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I believe the original size was 225/45/R16 if that helps
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Well the smallest tyre you can have is a 195/40/16. This will not fit on the 8.5" rim.
Next is a 195/45/16- again no good
Next you have 205/40/16- would be well too stretched.
205/45/16 is a weird looking thing...don't bother
Smallest fit would be a 215/40/16 but it would need to be a quality tyre as a budget one would nt stretch and seal so goo.
Yokohama 215/40/16 A539 ideal at Ł60 inc VAT.
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You're better off just sticking with the original 225/45/16 tyres for the standard cossie alloy, its looks better. I have them on my cossie and they look well mean.

I have the lower profile 225/35/18 on my spare Rondell's, a size 35 or 40 series tyre looks better on a larger alloy.
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Oh yes if it's on a Cossy then stick to the original size. I thought it was on an escort turbo or something
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Judging by his signature I'm guessing they are going on either Fiesta or Escort RST, which means 225/45-16 are far to big.
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