Tire Question

[RedWolf]

I have the "Iron Cross" type rims on my 1977 Spider as I liked them on my previous 1980 model. My Pirellis are shot and can't seem to find any 13" Pirellis available or even Michelins.

What size can be ran on them? I think that they're currently 175-70-13 (just put the car in the shop for new shocks and noticed the tires but can't remember w/certainty). Also, if Pirellis and Michelins are out of the question, what good tires are out there and a good place to get them?

Any help is much appreciated.

[fiatfreak]

What size can be ran on them? I think that they're currently 175-70-13 (just put the car in the shop for new shocks and noticed the tires but can't remember w/certainty). Also, if Pirellis and Michelins are out of the question, what good tires are out there and a good place to get them?

I'd go with 185/70/13's on a stock with 13" wheel. Try the Tire Rack:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSearc ... 3&x=14&y=9

[So Cal Mark]

195x6013 or 205x60x13, Sumitomo is one of the few choices available and we've had good luck with them

[RedWolf]

Thanks for the help.

[Seajunkie]

205x60x13, Sumitomo

Mark, are there any downsides to going this wide?

Anyone have any pictures of how this looks?

If I could pick up some cheap used 14's or 15's I would, but I think I'm going to have to stick with the 13's for a while.

[ga.spyder]

I would like to see a pic of this setup also.I have 13's on my 76 and need tires soon.There isnt much available in 185/70's,from a perf. standpoint.The Sumi's look like a good tire in the wider 60 series aspect ratio.
Craig

[FordPrefect]

I'm running the Sumitomos, though we'll probably all have to upgrade wheel sizes if they stop making 13" tires.

[dartme]

I just put 195/60/13's on my car, Im very happy with the look and ride.( if i could get the car to stop stalling ) I'll put some pic's up later today.

[So Cal Mark]

here's a pic of a 78 that has not been lowered, with 205x60x13 Sumis

[dartme]

Here's some pic's of my tires, My car is stock not lowered.I hope to lower it one of these days..

[Seajunkie]

Anyone have experience with the 205's rubbing? It seems like they would.

[So Cal Mark]

we haven't had any issues with rubbing

[ga.spyder]

Thanks Mark and dartme for the pix.The tire is a nice fit under there,and a lot more rubber on the road.Looks like the way to go with the stock 13'' wheels.
Craig