Tyre Widths

General Fiesta and car related topics.

Postby JJ on Mon Sep 04, 2000 1:01 am

Mike,<br><br>A good option is 7x15" alloys (35mm offset - ET35) and 195/45x15 Goodyear F1 tyres. This avoids the wheels fouling the suspension, and keeps the rolling radius the same as the 14" std Ford option (185/55R14).<br><br>Wider wheels can cause problems with suspension/arch clearance. Most people stick with a 7" wide rim, be it 13" or up to 17". You can get away with a 7.5" rim, but need to check clearances. Usually the wheels foul the arches, especially at the front, and if the car is lowered.<br><br>James<br>
JJ
Elite Post Master
Elite Post Master
 
Posts: 1143
Joined: Thu Jan 01, 1970 1:00 am

Postby Mike Gurney on Mon Sep 04, 2000 11:23 am

I plan to fit 15" compomotive alloys<br>I can keep the rolling curcumference the same as the 14" wheels but allow 300mm brakes to fit<br><br>Qu - how wide can you go before the wheels foul the arches etc ?<br>Mike.
Mike Gurney
Senior Poster
Senior Poster
 
Posts: 434
Joined: Thu Jan 01, 1970 1:00 am