As a general rule, a shorter sidewall will give quicker steering response. A
195/50-15 is teh same diameter as a 185/60-14 but the sidewall will be 1/2"
shorter.
But it really depends even more on what tire you are running. Even in the
same size, there can be a huge difference in how tires respond. I think the
best deal out there right now for a good high-performance street tire is
probably the Yokohama AVS ES100. The 195/50-15 is only $53 each at Tire
Rack.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of
> Tomet9@aol.com
> Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2003 12:57 PM
> To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> Cc: Tomet9@aol.com
> Subject: Re: Should I go Plus One to 15 inch?
>
>
> Hi List,
>
> I recently ran across an ad form a popular custom wheel dealer that is
> offering 50 -70% discounts. I can also request my backspacing and
> width to fit my
> car. Fell in love with this one design but have issues as to whether I am
> making a wise decision. I am currently running 185x60x14's and am
> happy with the
> snappier performance due to the lower tire height. I'd like to
> stay with about
> the same height 15" tire but that would mean going to a 195x50 or
> 195x45 for
> they do not offer 185's in smaller profiles. Will there be a noticeable
> difference in steering response? Would the smaller profile
> actually make response
> better? I'd like to get some feel on this issue from you guys
> before I make a
> decision. What are you guys running out there? What are your
> combo's on 15 inch
> tires? Appreciate some feedback from the experts. Help!
>
> Tom Prather 69 2.0
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