Originally Posted by pete mcrash
215/40/R17 Z XL.......??????? Z SPEED RATED EXTRA LOAD
215/40/17 87Y......?????? 87 WEIGHT INDEX Y SPEED RATED
215/40/ZR17 87Y XL with rim protector.....????? 87 WEIGHT INDEX Y SPEED RATED EXTRA LOAD
does any of it really matter...cheers Pete
If your car is fitted with for example 215/40/ZR17 XLs and you fitted 215/40/ZR17s it would give your insurance an excuse not to payout. Same if the weight index or speed rating are below OEM fitment.
Any reputable tyre shop shouldn't nail you with sub spec tyres provided you inform them of the intended application.
