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185 Series Tires 444-544

posted by  Suppo176 on  Tue Oct 28 13:03 CST 2008
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I am considering putting either 185/65 or 185/70 R15 tires on a set of 4 1/2" rims from a P1800 with the correct bolt pattern dimensions, and then installing on my 65 PV544. This in an effort to improve the handling in the wind and when being buffeted around behind semi-tractor trailor trucks.

The 185/70R15 would be my first choice as, in addition to the wider track, it would assist with the correction of my current speedometer error by 7.7% and also cut down on engine rpm at highway cruising speeds. I already am running an M41 transmission with the Model J Overdrive.

Has anyone who has done this previously had any problems with clearance in the wheel wells or with front suspension components?

Suppo176





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