Changing stock tire size
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Changing stock tire size
I was wondering how much difference I would experience with handling and ride on my 2000 Maxima SE switching from stock 215/55/16 to either 205/60/16 or 215/60/16? I know the speed would be 1-3 miles off, but nothing drastic. It just seems to me that the cost of these size tires (or at least the occurrence of deals) is better than the 55's.
I inherited this car, so I didn't get it with the intention of having a tight handling vehicle (I have always been a pick-up truck driver), although the handling can admittedly be fun. That said, I would be more than willing to sacrifice a little handling for cost and ride. I know most here are Maxima enthusiasts, so what I am asking is probably sacrilege. I would like to get some objective info as to what effect these different tires would have, although any opinions are welcome and appreciated, even the you're "effing nuts" responses.
Thanks!
I inherited this car, so I didn't get it with the intention of having a tight handling vehicle (I have always been a pick-up truck driver), although the handling can admittedly be fun. That said, I would be more than willing to sacrifice a little handling for cost and ride. I know most here are Maxima enthusiasts, so what I am asking is probably sacrilege. I would like to get some objective info as to what effect these different tires would have, although any opinions are welcome and appreciated, even the you're "effing nuts" responses.
Thanks!
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You're right. some people will take you to task for that. hehe I have 225 50R17 on my Maxima and I think the ride sucks. I always had 205 65R15 on my other car and ride was much better. I can't imagine what the rides like with 40 profile tires.
Cheers,
Chris
Cheers,
Chris
I was wondering how much difference I would experience with handling and ride on my 2000 Maxima SE switching from stock 215/55/16 to either 205/60/16 or 215/60/16? I know the speed would be 1-3 miles off, but nothing drastic. It just seems to me that the cost of these size tires (or at least the occurrence of deals) is better than the 55's.
I inherited this car, so I didn't get it with the intention of having a tight handling vehicle (I have always been a pick-up truck driver), although the handling can admittedly be fun. That said, I would be more than willing to sacrifice a little handling for cost and ride. I know most here are Maxima enthusiasts, so what I am asking is probably sacrilege. I would like to get some objective info as to what effect these different tires would have, although any opinions are welcome and appreciated, even the you're "effing nuts" responses. Thanks!
I inherited this car, so I didn't get it with the intention of having a tight handling vehicle (I have always been a pick-up truck driver), although the handling can admittedly be fun. That said, I would be more than willing to sacrifice a little handling for cost and ride. I know most here are Maxima enthusiasts, so what I am asking is probably sacrilege. I would like to get some objective info as to what effect these different tires would have, although any opinions are welcome and appreciated, even the you're "effing nuts" responses.
Thanks!
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