what tires will fit.

bryan720 · #1 (**permalink**) 07-10-2006, 06:07 PM

ok now i got a 15 * 6.5 with a 38off set. just woundering if a 205/55-15r or 205/50-15r will fit without rubbing o and i have it droped on the t1r springs.

FireFit · #2 (**permalink**) 07-18-2006, 11:42 PM

i am runnin ghte same setup as you. but with 205/50/15 and its already rubbing during hard bumps and hard cornerings.

jim@tirerack · #3 (**permalink**) 07-31-2006, 12:40 PM

The 15X7 and the 38mm offset is tight. I can see the 195/55R15 being the best size to fit without rubbing. If I can help let me know.

bryan720 · #4 (**permalink**) 07-31-2006, 01:32 PM

what about a 15*6.5

jim@tirerack · #5 (**permalink**) 07-31-2006, 04:10 PM

I would say it can work but a higher offset would be better. It would all depend on the specific size of the tire and the alignment setting on the car.
If I can help let me know.

dougiepants · #6 (**permalink**) 07-31-2006, 07:27 PM

205/50/15...

bryan720 · #7 (**permalink**) 08-01-2006, 02:56 AM

how r the toyo t1r tires compared to the felken rt615 if i get the toyo it would be a 195/55/15 i think?

jim@tirerack · #8 (**permalink**) 08-01-2006, 09:14 AM

I don't carry either tire so I can't help with that one. I have not driven either tire. Sorry

rreyes99 · #9 (**permalink**) 10-23-2007, 01:36 PM

I have a set on rims new that are taking up dust which I am planning on using sometime, They are 16 x 4. I need to know if I get tires size: 205/45/16R, will these tires fit without rubbing? Will this affect the wheel diameter? Will it make the TPMS misread?

jim@tirerack · #10 (**permalink**) 10-23-2007, 02:08 PM

Are you sure they are 16X4? That seems awful narrow.

Hitman · #11 (**permalink**) 11-05-2007, 10:39 AM

hi Jim, just want to ask what set of tires and rims shall i consider to make my ride look lowered without chaging the springs. We are not allowed to modify our ride as open compare in other countries.

I'm planning also to purchase side skirts and to change my front and rear bumpers.

thanks!

jim@tirerack · #12 (**permalink**) 11-05-2007, 02:48 PM

You can't really lower the car with wheels and tires without having a big gap in the wheel well. You would also thow off the speedometer and odometer and gear.

WhEreZmYFiT · #13 (**permalink**) 12-07-2007, 10:24 AM

I have a question I want to get rims that are measured at 16x7 with +38 offset. will 205/45/R16 tires rub on stock suspension? If so do you think getting the wheels in 15x7 +38 with 195/55/r15 be better?

jim@tirerack · #14 (**permalink**) 12-08-2007, 01:12 PM

I would say that a 38mm offset wheel would make the tires rub. You would probably have to roll the fender lips.

mahout · #15 (**permalink**) 03-13-2008, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rreyes99

I have a set on rims new that are taking up dust which I am planning on using sometime, They are 16 x 4. I need to know if I get tires size: 205/45/16R, will these tires fit without rubbing? Will this affect the wheel diameter? Will it make the TPMS misread?

What Jim is telling you is the offset counts most. not the wheel width.
But first a 4" wide rim is way too narrow for a 205 tire. Check TireRack specs for allowed wheel widths.
We have mounted several Fits with 205 tires (and 225) and any offset less than 42 mm is certain to rub if the wheel is at least 5" wide. However, if your car is lowered then 45 mm is minimum for a tire diameter of 23.5". Go bigger and increase the offset accordingly.

mahout · #16 (**permalink**) 03-13-2008, 03:28 PM

You can install larger tires so the gap is reduced without buying springs. That will raise your FIT off the ground. Look at 205/60x15 or 185/70x15.
Just be sure you maintain the 55 mm offset or close. And yes it will screw up your odometer and speed readings (you'll be going faster and farther than they read).
And boy will it deteriorate your acceleration times. A lot.

Fit_Noob · #17 (**permalink**) 04-22-2008, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mahout

You can install larger tires so the gap is reduced without buying springs. That will raise your FIT off the ground. Look at 205/60x15 or 185/70x15.
Just be sure you maintain the 55 mm offset or close. And yes it will screw up your odometer and speed readings (you'll be going faster and farther than they read).
And boy will it deteriorate your acceleration times. A lot.

wait, what is going to screw up your odometer and speedometer? having bigger wheels than stock? or having a bad offset?
sorry I don't know much about this

jim@tirerack · #18 (**permalink**) 04-23-2008, 09:39 AM

What throws off the speedometer and odometer is the overall height of the tires. The wheel does not do anything. You will also throw off the gear ratio and shift points on the car. I would not recommend using taller tires. To eliminate the gap do it right and lower the car a little.
If I can help let me know.

holloway2006 · #19 (**permalink**) 04-28-2008, 06:36 PM

So, about anything under 43mm rubbing with a 205 tire... I'm running a 17x7 wheel with a 205 and a 40mm offset and I don't rub unless I have several people in my car.

jim@tirerack · #20 (**permalink**) 04-29-2008, 11:39 AM

The specific tire and alignment specs can make a tire rub or clear. Not every tire is exactly the same size. If you are running a little more negative camber and the tires are on the narrow side you have a better chance of not rubbing.