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Original tire size on 914?
I am curious as to what the original tire size on the 914 was. I know it was posted a long time ago and it was a very strange size. I just can't remember what it was.
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12-06-2000, 11:42 AM
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I think the original was called a 165 HR 15, which would equate to a 165 80 R15 today...although, I don't think they make them anymore.
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12-06-2000, 11:56 AM
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Actually, from the tech spec book:
155SR15 (4-1/2J x 15) 165SR15 (4-1/2J x 15 or 5-1/2J x 15) 165HR15 (4-1/2J x 15 or 5-1/2J x 15) Don't know the exact sizes in todays terms. |
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12-06-2000, 12:57 PM
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From what I recall the aspect ratio of the so-called "bug tires" was around 82.5%
In other words, approx 165/83R15 in today's sizing terms. |
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12-06-2000, 01:01 PM
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Thanks guys. The last tire size (165/83R15) is the one I remember seeing. I am using the Palo Alto Speedometer Error Calculator to find a tire size that would provide a close speedo reading. Are ther other Speedo Calculators online?
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12-07-2000, 05:02 AM
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Try
http://www.dirtroad.com/gears.htm#tires It's for off roaders, but it can calculate all kinds of information based on gearing/tires/rpm and all that jive... |
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