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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 12:39 AM
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Standard 16 inch wheel tire sizes
I have a new to me 97 E420. Looking at the tires, they need replacement soon. Std 16 in wheels on this car, are 225/50 16 size ok? This is listed at Discount Tire as a 'plus 0' size.

Any rubbing problems?

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my favorite...
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

good one showing side fits...
http://www.1010tires.com/WheelOffsetCalculator.asp

another good one..for MBs, showing reasonable fitments...
http://www.alloywheelsdirect.net/inf.../mercedes-benz
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300E a couple 1994 w124wagon E320 Wagon/,1971MGB Track/Rally, MG Midget Autocross ,2000 E320 wagon.
225/50/16
is going to be shorter(smaller diameter)and wider.Your speedometer is going to be off about 15 revs per mile.No issues with rubbing or clearance,you are cleared for take off on runway 16C/34C.
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I'm no tire sizing expert, but since 215/55 16 is standard, wouldn't 225/50 be basically the same diameter?

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im currently running 215/60/16 with no issues other than my speedo reading about 2 mph slower
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