Biggest Tire...
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1992 190E 2.6L
Biggest Tire...
Does anybody know what the biggest tire that can be used with the 190E is? I just recently purchased a 190E, but I noticed that when I go over big bumps/dips the front tires rub a little (or a lot if the car is full). I guess they're rubbing on the wheel well. I've checked the tires, and they show absolutley no wear and tear from rubbing, so I'm assuming this is a minor problem that can be fixed easily. I bought the car with what looks like 17" rims on it. I checked out some other sites, but I don't understand what the abbreviations they use mean (as in 185/65-15). If someone could help me out, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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'85 190E 2.3-16 '99 C280 '11 GLK350
Before anyone can recommend tire sizes, you'll have to confirm the rim size, including the width and offset. In the example you gave:
185/65-15
185 = the number in millimeters of tire width across the tread
65 = the sidewall measurement as a percentage of the width, or 65% of 185mm = 120mm
15 = the wheel rim diameter that the tire can be mounted on, in inches.
185/65-15
185 = the number in millimeters of tire width across the tread
65 = the sidewall measurement as a percentage of the width, or 65% of 185mm = 120mm
15 = the wheel rim diameter that the tire can be mounted on, in inches.
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'85 190E 2.3-16 '99 C280 '11 GLK350
Originally Posted by jballou
What exactly is the "sidewall measurement"? Thanks for your help
