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Wheel Overkill? 850 1997

posted by  triodesteve on  Mon May 20 10:07 CST 2002
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I just purchased a plain jane (no GLT or R or T)1997 850. I need to replace tires and am thinking of upgrading wheels to 16" and buying Kumho ECSTA Supra 712 205/50-16's. Is it overkill for a non-turbo car. (nothing else suspension wise has been added or changed)
Thanks,
Steve








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    Wheel Overkill? 850 1996

    posted by  kb_riddle on  Wed May 22 15:42 CST 2002
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    You are on the verge of maxxed out...
    I have Firehawk 205-55vr 16's on my 855 and the rub slightly.
    I also have Firehawk 195 60hr 15's on a 1991 Honda Wagovan, so take that for what its worth...(they came off the 855) When it comes to wheels/tires, as long as they fit under the fenders, they are not overkill...








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    Wheel Overkill? 850 1996

    posted by  kb_riddle on  Wed May 22 15:41 CST 2002
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    You are on the verge of maxxed out...
    I have Firehawk 205-55vr 16's on my 855 and they rub slightly.
    I also have Firehawk 195 60hr 15's on a 1991 Honda Wagovan, so take that for what its worth...(they came off the 855) When it comes to wheels/tires, as long as they fit under the fenders, they are not overkill...








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    Wheel Overkill? 850 1995

    posted by  steve s on  Tue May 21 19:05 CST 2002
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    16" is either 205-50-16 or 205-55-16 (205-50 to be safer against rubbing). and charles was kind enough to post a $200 rebate on a set of 4 volvo wheels on his website. the rebate is from volvo, and also obtainable via volvo's ownercircle website.

    http://www.volvospeed.com/deletjune30.pdf








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    Wheel Overkill? 850 1997

    posted by  Valles on  Tue May 21 05:14 CST 2002
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    What tires and size are you running now? I don't know anything about size compatibility, but as far as tires go I think that it would be a great upgrade. I put 215-60-15(?) V rated Comp T/A tires on my mom's Camry and she loves the added grip and security.

    Put them on and be done with it. The Khumo's are a great tire to upgrade to, especially on a car like yours that's still stock or even one with some suspention upgrades. You will notice more grip but the Khumo's sidewalls are still soft enough that you probably won't notice much change in ride stiffness or harshness like you would with even higher performance tires.

    My Advice...put them on and tell us what you think.
    --
    Nathan Valles, Black 855R, Tint








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    Wheel Overkill? 850 1997

    posted by  Rick850R on  Mon May 20 16:22 CST 2002
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    I don't think so. You're only going up one size. I own an 850-R with 17" wheels, and a car is a car is a car. It is all personal taste. Sometimes I wish mine came with 16" wheels for a slightly softer ride. Sometimes I consider going to 16ers for that same reason.

    Make yourself happy and do what you want. :-)

    JMO








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      Wheel Overkill? 850 1997

      posted by  someone claiming to be Costas on  Tue May 21 17:50 CST 2002 [RELATED]

      If you EVER decide to sell your rims, PLEASE contact me!!
      I have old fashioned 15's and am looking for 17's. Let me know!!
      Kotinopoulos@hotmail.com







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