Marcos Maniacs

Check  out the Wyn Star Phaser R21 P185/60HR13  80H
Tires.  That is what I have on my 1600GT and they are
great for street and track adventures.

Bob Magnotti

--- marcos1600 <SIA@...> wrote:

> I'm trying to source tires for my 1600 GT.
> 
> Originals are 185-70x13.
> Dia. 23.2", Section 7.4", Tread about 5.5", Rim
> width 5.5
> 
> Bad news is that this tire size appears to only be
> available with low HR speed ratings, and 
> from ONE company.
> 
> So I'm thinking of using a 185/60x13 instead.
> Dia. 21.8", Section 7.3", Tread unlisted, Rim width
> 5.5
> These appear to only be available from Sumitomo, in
> an HR rating.
> 
> The lack of choices has me considering a change in
> rim diameter. 
> I have to buy new wheels in any case, but don't want
> to have to buy another set in just a 
> couple of years if useable 13" tires become totally
> obsolete.
> 
> It looks like I might be able to run 195-50x15
> tires.
> I'm hoping that 15" rims would still look
> traditional, without the Conestoga Wagon Rim 
> appearance that is so revolting to me.
> The 195-50's are available in "ZR" rating's, and
> there is a very good selection.
> 
> Anyone know of more/better 13" tires that are
> currently available?
> Anyone used the Sumitomo tires?
> Anyone tried 195-50x15's?
> 
> The rims will be a lot more expensive than the
> tires, any feed-back would be appreciated.
> 
> 



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