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Old 09-01-2000, 09:49 AM
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Default 16" Tire Swap

My 99.5 A6 2.8Q has 205/55/16 standard. Will I have clearance problems if I switch to 215/55/16? These are 2.7T take-offs. I know they won't be the best performing tires, but the speedo error is very small (thanks for posting the calculator), and I need new tires before my lease ends.
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Old 09-01-2000, 07:40 PM
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Try 225/50/16 instead
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What's the advantage?
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Default A few advantages...

A smaller sidewall and wider tire will give better handling and road grip over the stock 205/55/16. Plus your speedo will only be marginally affected. This tire size will fit on your stock wheels and I haven't heard of any clearance problems with this setup.
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Good point. But will the 225/55's fit?
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May run into rubbing/speedo issues, but don't quote me on that.
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Default Well.....

See my original message. Speedo error is nominal. My only concern is clearance. Anybody?
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