on my 99 si i got function form type 1 and i want to keep my stock si rims the stock tire size is 195/55/15 but the tires i have on it now are 205/55/15 im looking for better ride quality and theres only about 1" gap right now since i lowered it anyway is there a actual difference in handling between the two i've been playing with the link that was on here as a sticky and still dont really understand
picking between 2 tire sizes? help
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Taller tires will usually make the car feel more "wobbly" but will give more comfort. Lower profile tires make steering wheel movement feel sharper and more responsive but will give a harsher ride.
If you have a 15" wheel, I'd recommend 195/55 or 205/50. They will keep the speedo as accurate as possible (205/50 being a little less accurate while 195/55 being the stock size). You could always do 195/50, which is another popular size other than stock but that will throw your speedo off even more (3.3%).
Just search around (here or Google) and you should find plenty of images if looks is something you want to base your decision on.
If you have a 15" wheel, I'd recommend 195/55 or 205/50. They will keep the speedo as accurate as possible (205/50 being a little less accurate while 195/55 being the stock size). You could always do 195/50, which is another popular size other than stock but that will throw your speedo off even more (3.3%).
Just search around (here or Google) and you should find plenty of images if looks is something you want to base your decision on.
i want it beased off of comfort its my daily for now until i get the b20 in from hmotors but even then its gona be months before i finish that all motor set up so my goal is overall ride comfortable.....so if it makes the car more wobbley how is that comfort? and by wobble do you mean the bounce?
By wobbly I mean that when you jerk the steering wheel back and forth, the car doesn't feel "firm" or "planted". Imagine driving an SUV. But then again it also depends on your suspension.
Taller tires will give a more comfortable ride than lower profile tires.
Taller tires will give a more comfortable ride than lower profile tires.
I think a 195/50 is a good choice. Even though it's lower profile than stock, it still has enough side wall for comfort. It also gives you a little less so it doesn't look like your riding on s10 tires.
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unless you have a 96 civic cx
(factory equipped with 13" steelies, 14" steelies became the standard for all trims the following year)ok i still havent picked i love kumho tires so those are the brand i think im going with but still not sure what size
Just go with 195/50R15 or a 205/50R15. The difference in comfort between either of those sizes and a 205/55R15 is very minimal. The performance difference would be a bit more noticeable though. Not to mention 205/55R15 is just a meaty ooking tire.
Agreed. Ive been using 195-50-15's for almost a year now with Koni Str.t shocks & Tein S.Tech springs, lowing me about 1.5 inches. It ride pretty well, turns feel tight, and I have no rub.
Agreed. Splurge for a quality tire brand with high ratings. Im very satisfied with my current Hankooks.
I've had nothing but bad experiences with Kumhos. On my old '95 Legend coupe, I used 2 sets of Kumhos. Neither lasted longer than roughly 20k-25k miles. At least 3 of those 8 total Kumho tires developed bubbles, of which one popped while on the highway. Never again will I purchase Kumhos.
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Most of the time bubbles are caused by force (hitting curb, pothole, big rock, ect). I can happen easier with a cheaper tire as the compounds aren't up to the abuse, but they don't just come from nothing.
Hankooks are a good tire. I wouldn't really recommend Kumho anymore though. My customers don't seem to like them and have pushed me away from ordering them anymore. They seem to wear too fast.
Hankooks are a good tire. I wouldn't really recommend Kumho anymore though. My customers don't seem to like them and have pushed me away from ordering them anymore. They seem to wear too fast.
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Have to admit I don't know much about Falkens. My suppliers don't generally carry them.Falkens aren't bad for the price
195/55r15 I would go with Hankook Optimo H426 for an all season or some Yokohama S-Drives if looking for summer performance. S-Drives are a good tire, but remember that they are a straight summer tire and the tread wear rating is kind of low considering.
205/55r15 Doesn't give much of a selection. S-Drives are my vote there as well. All season you don't have much of a choice.