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Do I need to change my tyres?

Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2006 5:00 pm
by Mathter
Hello again,

My 4wd Bongo has all the same tyres on it - 195/70/15. Should I change the rear tyres to 195/65/15 to avoid any transmission / diff problems or will it be OK to leave tham as they are?

Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2006 5:20 pm
by Ian
It's OK to have the same tyres on each corner, but not 195s. They are too narrow and will affect your road holding, especially when braking on autumn leaves.

Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2006 6:04 pm
by Mathter
Thanks Ian. I'm a bit surprised by your answer though! Is it just road handling 195s will affect? I say just because the Bongo handles much better in the wet than my Toyota Surf did!

Can you recommend the best size I should go for?

Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2006 10:10 pm
by white van man
i presume you mean fit 215,s on the rear!it isnt just the width of the tyre but also the weight/load rating!!!