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post Dec 2, 2003 - 7:16 PM
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Hi
I live in snow area. I am looking for a set 17 inch high quality all season tires.

what brand and size should I go for?

215 is wider than 205 what is the handling difference? which is better?


thanks for your help
 
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post Dec 2, 2003 - 7:30 PM
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wider surface == wider contact patch == better traction. wider is most always better, the only downfall is that if they are too wide, they will rub...BUT, 215/40/17s will be ok on the celica. smile.gif. i'd go wider, most definately.

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