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Re: I need advice on tires for my 328i (more) (archive)
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Posted by Daniel on September 04, 2000 at 10:54:54:

In Reply to: I need advice on tires for my 328i (more) posted by Mike 328i on September 03, 2000 at 23:02:14:

You can't just go changing your tire size for no reason. It will unacceptably alter gearing and ride quality. Also, the second set of numbers in a tire size (sidewall height) is not in mm. It is in %. Meaning a 205/60/15's sidewall is 60% of 215, not 60 mm.

The only way you could go to a lower profile tire is by upgrading the rims to compensate while maintaining the overall OEM diameter.

If you want some kickass performance for your car, I suggest you purchase the Michelin Pilot SX-GTs in 205/60VR15. They are great. Not too expensive either.

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