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Using 205 50 16 tires when stock OEM size is 205 55 16?
For my 1998 Audi A6. I found a good deal on used snow tires, but the size is 205-50-16, not the stock 205-55-16. These are going on the stock wine glass rims (that may not matter).
Is it OK to use these tires since the 205 width and 16 size are the same and the 50 is close to the 55?
4 Answers
- NaughtumsLv 71 decade agoFavorite Answer
The load carrying capacity is lower (equivilant to running the right tires under-inflated) so no, I wouldn't do it.
Source(s): I work in the tire industry - ?Lv 44 years ago
sixteen inch rims in good shape a sixteen" tire. DUH! Now in case you opt for to alter the two you may decide on a various diameter, interior the obstacles of what's going to in good shape below your wheel-wells with out encountering interference subject concerns. Your close by wheel and tire keep could have a chart or calculator to confirm the a threat combos. So initiate there.
- Mr. KnowItAllLv 71 decade ago
Slightly smaller side wall height,
It will corner better, and be a little lower to the ground.
Good choice.Go for it.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
doesnt really matter ,,your using low profile tires ,may feel all the bumps in the road though
