 What tyre size??? |
 Aug 7, 2006 - 1:47 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Oct 23, '05 From Cyprus Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%)  |
Hi there everyone. Recently i have bought new 17inch rims for my celi and i use 225/45/R17 tyre. This weekend a mechanic told me that the tyres size it's not correct and that it's higher than normal. I 've been told that i should use 215/45 tyres otherwise the 225/45 tyre will cause many problems to the car!!! I really don't know what to do since the tyres are almost new and i don't want to replace them. I would appreciate any advise and any information from you guys......
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Aug 8, 2006 - 3:58 AM
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If I were you I would go with 215/40. Good compromise of looks and performance. There are two differences between 215 and 225: 225 looks more sporty and decreases acceleration. I have never seen problems with Celica's traction (FWD or AWD) even on 195 so 225 is exaduration if traction would be to drive the decision. And about sporty look - when I bought my GT I had 225s, looked kinda good but acceleration was hopeless. Switched to stock 205s - different story.
-------------------- '94 ST202 - tuned, highly apprieciated, but sold.
'99 ST205 - imported, legalized, Stage 1 completed. For slow driving: Yamaha XVS650 Drag Star. The most recent addition to the family and for the family: Toyota RAV4 2.0 VVTi Celica-Club Poland - Everything you want to know about your favourite car ... in Polish |
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Aug 8, 2006 - 7:59 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Oct 23, '05 From Cyprus Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE(TomPoz @ Aug 8, 2006 - 11:58 AM) [snapback]466636[/snapback] If I were you I would go with 215/40. Good compromise of looks and performance. There are two differences between 215 and 225: 225 looks more sporty and decreases acceleration. I have never seen problems with Celica's traction (FWD or AWD) even on 195 so 225 is exaduration if traction would be to drive the decision. And about sporty look - when I bought my GT I had 225s, looked kinda good but acceleration was hopeless. Switched to stock 205s - different story. Well, actually the question is if horsepower and torque are material for the choice of tire profile? TomPoz i think 225/45 would be better for you if you have turbo on your car. Magic(with 1999 GT4) has these tires and he is completely satisfied. But if it's N/A then you are right, 215 it's the best choice!  I wish i knew it before  heheh
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Aug 8, 2006 - 6:56 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Nov 25, '04 From Warsaw, Poland Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
QUOTE(celica_boy @ Aug 8, 2006 - 7:59 AM) [snapback]466657[/snapback] ...i think 225/45 would be better for you if you have turbo on your car... Nope, I will (hopefully, fingers crossed for doGGy) get GT4 and have 215 tyres. Some say that 205 are even better for AWD as it is easier to slide on these. It really does not matter if its turbo or non-turbo, grip is sufficient at 205. QUOTE(celica_boy @ Aug 8, 2006 - 7:59 AM) [snapback]466657[/snapback] Magic(with 1999 GT4) ... 1999 GT4? Is it JDM? -------------------- '94 ST202 - tuned, highly apprieciated, but sold.
'99 ST205 - imported, legalized, Stage 1 completed. For slow driving: Yamaha XVS650 Drag Star. The most recent addition to the family and for the family: Toyota RAV4 2.0 VVTi Celica-Club Poland - Everything you want to know about your favourite car ... in Polish |
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Aug 9, 2006 - 12:39 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Oct 23, '05 From Cyprus Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
QUOTE(TomPoz @ Aug 9, 2006 - 2:56 AM) [snapback]466833[/snapback] QUOTE(celica_boy @ Aug 8, 2006 - 7:59 AM) [snapback]466657[/snapback] ...i think 225/45 would be better for you if you have turbo on your car... Nope, I will (hopefully, fingers crossed for doGGy) get GT4 and have 215 tyres. Some say that 205 are even better for AWD as it is easier to slide on these. It really does not matter if its turbo or non-turbo, grip is sufficient at 205. QUOTE(celica_boy @ Aug 8, 2006 - 7:59 AM) [snapback]466657[/snapback] Magic(with 1999 GT4) ... 1999 GT4? Is it JDM? Yes, it's JDM and it's really rare! |
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Aug 9, 2006 - 7:30 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Nov 25, '04 From Warsaw, Poland Currently Offline Reputation: 1 (100%) |
QUOTE(celica_boy @ Aug 9, 2006 - 12:39 AM) [snapback]466934[/snapback] QUOTE(TomPoz @ Aug 9, 2006 - 2:56 AM) [snapback]466833[/snapback] 1999 GT4? Is it JDM? Yes, it's JDM and it's really rare! Well, another one is coming. But will be converted to LHD. 
-------------------- '94 ST202 - tuned, highly apprieciated, but sold.
'99 ST205 - imported, legalized, Stage 1 completed. For slow driving: Yamaha XVS650 Drag Star. The most recent addition to the family and for the family: Toyota RAV4 2.0 VVTi Celica-Club Poland - Everything you want to know about your favourite car ... in Polish |
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celica_boy What tyre size??? Aug 7, 2006 - 1:47 AM
malpaso I have this table of recommended sizes:
however... Aug 7, 2006 - 2:26 AM
celica_boy QUOTE(malpaso @ Aug 7, 2006 - 10:26 ... Aug 7, 2006 - 2:48 AM malpaso QUOTE(celica_boy @ Aug 7, 2006 - 9:4... Aug 7, 2006 - 4:11 AM celica_boy QUOTE(malpaso @ Aug 7, 2006 - 12:11 ... Aug 7, 2006 - 7:08 AM malpaso QUOTE(celica_boy @ Aug 7, 2006 - 2:0... Aug 7, 2006 - 8:09 AM HaRv3sTeR i have 215/45/17 since couple of years...no proble... Aug 7, 2006 - 8:19 AM malpaso QUOTE(HaRv3sTeR @ Aug 7, 2006 - 3:19... Aug 7, 2006 - 8:41 AM TomPoz QUOTE(malpaso @ Aug 7, 2006 - 8:41 A... Aug 7, 2006 - 9:05 AM malpaso QUOTE(TomPoz @ Aug 7, 2006 - 4:05 PM... Aug 7, 2006 - 9:18 AM bufferdan I ran a 225/45/17 on a 7in wide rim with a +48 off... Aug 7, 2006 - 9:12 AM gt_driFFter I have 235/40/17, on 17x8 rims with a +35 offet on... Aug 7, 2006 - 9:12 AM presure2 i am currently running 225/45/17 with a 35 offset,... Aug 7, 2006 - 10:43 AM celica_boy QUOTE(presure2 @ Aug 7, 2006 - 6:43 ... Aug 8, 2006 - 1:32 AM lagos QUOTE(presure2 @ Aug 7, 2006 - 11:43... Aug 7, 2006 - 11:17 AM presure2 QUOTEIt really does not matter if its turbo or non... Aug 9, 2006 - 6:51 AM TomPoz QUOTE(presure2 @ Aug 9, 2006 - 6:51 ... Aug 9, 2006 - 7:25 AM |
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