What size tires to use ??
 

Hey all
So I just bought a set of deep sixes for my 1966 and I am not sure what size tires to use. I do not want the current tall skinny look. I don’t want the “kid racer” look either. I am thinking either 185/60 or 195/60. I would like a bit more sporty look. Don’t want rubbing issues but don’t want to use spacers. Thoughts on this would be greatly appreciated
Thank you

I can’t answer the question directly but have had a lot of luck using willtheyfit.com for looking at alternative wheel/tire combos. Good luck!

Stock was 165 H (or V) 15 tires. This is more or less equivalent to a 185/70-15 or 195/65-15. These should fit with no issues.

Our friends at the Early 911S Registry can be helpful as well. https://www.early911sregistry.org/forums/forum.php

Excelllence posted this: https://www.excellence-mag.com/resources/specs/10

You also should be able to use a 205/60-15 tire. Depends on ride height and camber.

Some helpful threads.

https://www.early911sregistry.org/forums/showthread.php?110056-1965-66-911-Tires&highlight=Tires+1966

https://www.early911sregistry.org/forums/showthread.php?56517-Wheel-Fitment-on-66-Fuchs-6s-or-7s&highlight=Tires+1966

https://www.early911sregistry.org/forums/showthread.php?36237-Prefered-Tires-for-Early-911s&highlight=Tires+1966

The Vredestein Sprint Classic in a 185/70r15 is a great value in the original size, they come in both H and W speed ratings. The Yokohama a048 in 205/60r15 is probably the best performing OE diameter streetable tire you can fit in a narrow body if you can find them, haven't seen them in stock in the US for a while. You can go down on the sidewall height one size without looking "boy racer," but the original diameter definitely looks the best to me. If you want a sportier look I'd start with lowering it slightly if you haven't.

I believe I am going with 185/65 to avoid rubbing issues. Thanks all.

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