A tire Q please
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A tire Q please
I am old and fairly set in my ways. I have selected a brand of tires, Yokohama. See here.
1. Can I go to 235/75SR15 size? The Tire Rack says I can.
2. What will the difference in performance/ characteristics be, sorta?
3. What is a min tread depth of a tire that would be considered safe?
It's a 92 XL, all manual 4.0, 145,000 miles.
Thanks again.
1. Can I go to 235/75SR15 size? The Tire Rack says I can.
2. What will the difference in performance/ characteristics be, sorta?
3. What is a min tread depth of a tire that would be considered safe?
It's a 92 XL, all manual 4.0, 145,000 miles.
Thanks again.
Last edited by Golfmore; Sep 8, 2004 at 07:35 AM.
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The 235/75/15 is the alternate size that Ford recommended/used on the X, so you can go to it with no problem. That's what I have on my '99. The tires are a little wider and bigger, so you get better traction, a fuller look in the wheel well, and an overall better ride, IMO.
Most tires come new with 11/32's of tread. They are considered worn & MUST be replaced with anything below 2/32's.
Most tires come new with 11/32's of tread. They are considered worn & MUST be replaced with anything below 2/32's.
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Our 93 came with the 235/75/15 tires and the 3.73 gear option. If you are changing from the 225/70/15's make sure to stop by the dealer and get the correct speedometer gear so that your speedometer reads correct. Other than that, enjoy!
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