Re: [MBZ] tire sizes - was: Biggest tire on 300D.
I might have trouble finding much taller tires than the 195-70-14s that are on it now. Tire Rack shows several brands of 205-75-14 but couldn't find any 235-?-14s. Gerry Just so it's clear, 205 is the _width_ of the tire in mm. 75 is how tall the tire is expressed as a percentage of width. So 205 x 0.75 = 154 mm tall. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] tire sizes - was: Biggest tire on 300D.
I might have trouble finding much taller tires than the 195-70-14s that are on it now. Tire Rack shows several brands of 205-75-14 but couldn't find any 235-?-14s. Gerry Just so it's clear, 205 is the _width_ of the tire in mm. 75 is how tall the tire is expressed as a percentage of width. So 205 x 0.75 = 154 mm tall. Philip --- Thanks, Phillip. Can probably measure the max spring travel, add it to the tire height, check the width available at the top of the fender, and get a crude idea of the biggest tire that wouldn't touch the fender if the axle bottomed out. Next time in Tampa or Orlando I might be able to find a couple of used tires for next to nothing just to try, and then get new ones if they work. Might even find a couple of spare rims at the PNP. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] tire sizes - was: Biggest tire on 300D.
keep in mind too, two different brands of tires of the same size can fit different. not a big problem usually, but if you're really pushing the limit of what will fit, it may. I believe width is measured from sidewall to sidewall, not tread face, so, how two tires of different brands behave when put under a cornering or braking load, may be different. So if you go larger, and one brand fits, be sure to have a good look for any rubbing if you change brands, even if same size. Ed 300E On 20/02/2008, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I might have trouble finding much taller tires than the 195-70-14s that are on it now. Tire Rack shows several brands of 205-75-14 but couldn't find any 235-?-14s. Gerry Just so it's clear, 205 is the _width_ of the tire in mm. 75 is how tall the tire is expressed as a percentage of width. So 205 x 0.75 = 154 mm tall. Philip --- Thanks, Phillip. Can probably measure the max spring travel, add it to the tire height, check the width available at the top of the fender, and get a crude idea of the biggest tire that wouldn't touch the fender if the axle bottomed out. Next time in Tampa or Orlando I might be able to find a couple of used tires for next to nothing just to try, and then get new ones if they work. Might even find a couple of spare rims at the PNP. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] tire sizes - was: Biggest tire on 300D.
Good idea. Since Goodyear is one company that makes the 205 - 75 - 14, maybe I'll check their tire stores first for used tires in that size. If found, I'll have a source for the same brand new tires in that size. Gerry - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] keep in mind too, two different brands of tires of the same size can fit different. not a big problem usually, but if you're really pushing the limit of what will fit, it may. I believe width is measured from sidewall to sidewall, not tread face, so, how two tires of different brands behave when put under a cornering or braking load, may be different. So if you go larger, and one brand fits, be sure to have a good look for any rubbing if you change brands, even if same size. Ed 300E On 20/02/2008, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I might have trouble finding much taller tires than the 195-70-14s that are on it now. Tire Rack shows several brands of 205-75-14 but couldn't find any 235-?-14s. Gerry Just so it's clear, 205 is the _width_ of the tire in mm. 75 is how tall the tire is expressed as a percentage of width. So 205 x 0.75 = 154 mm tall. Philip --- Thanks, Phillip. Can probably measure the max spring travel, add it to the tire height, check the width available at the top of the fender, and get a crude idea of the biggest tire that wouldn't touch the fender if the axle bottomed out. Next time in Tampa or Orlando I might be able to find a couple of used tires for next to nothing just to try, and then get new ones if they work. Might even find a couple of spare rims at the PNP. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.8/1288 - Release Date: 2/19/2008 8:47 PM ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
