Quick Winter Tire Question

[Syracuse315]

Looking through the other threads I couldn't figure out if these tires would fit some used rims I just bought: Tire: http://www.michelinman.com/tires/win...xi2/78411/?tss Size: 205/65/16 Rim: I'm told the rims are the stock "pony" rims on the GT from 94-04. They are 16" I'm worried about the width of the tire fitting on the rim, think they'll work or should I get another size such as 195 or 225 (or change the ratio of 55 vs 65 too)? Thanks

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[Jazzer The Cat]

Welcome, Syracuse

The tires you have chosen are designed to fit wheels between 5.5"~7.5" and am quite sure the wheels you have are within this range. For snow driving, you are best served by a narrow wheel/tire, so I think this is a good choice.

As for aspect ratio, I have no idea what that means

..... just messin' wit 'cha! That tire is going to be a hair under 26.5" diameter, so a touch large for your ride. I think a 205/60/16" would be a better size and would keep your speedometer accurate as well.

Jazzer

[Syracuse315]

Thanks for the welcome and info!

I used to have an '86 Mercedes 190E and used car forums quite a lot (was a mod on a couple sites). I'm glad Mustangs have just as strong of forums, and hope to stick around here for awhile.

I'll do a write up on the Xi2 after this winter (I live in Oswego, NY which can recieve 200+ inches in a year so I should have a lot of use with them).