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JohnW
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Nov 2, 2011, 6:02 AM
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Tire Size Question
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Have an old '96 Subaru Outback which runs great. Needs winter tires - have set of 4 available - real nice - one size smaller than recommended though. Is there a safety issue using them ? We do no highway driving - just 18 miles a day..just for minor commute. It would save us about $300 which right now matters. Just don't want to put my family in any peril. Thanks !
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Hammer Time
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Nov 2, 2011, 6:54 AM
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What are both sizes exactly?
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JohnW
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Nov 2, 2011, 7:21 AM
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205/70/15 is the current size. The size of the replacements would be 205/65/15. Thanks so much !
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Hammer Time
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Nov 2, 2011, 8:29 AM
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That tire is shorter and will make the speedo off some and probably use more fuel.
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JohnW
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Nov 2, 2011, 8:34 AM
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But any direct safety concerns - load bearing blow outs ? Serious ABS issues etc ?
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Hammer Time
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Nov 2, 2011, 8:55 AM
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Nothing serious if all four are changed and identical. Check your clearance because they are a bit wider.
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JohnW
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Nov 2, 2011, 9:44 AM
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Thanks for your help - it is really appreciated !
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Discretesignals
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Nov 2, 2011, 4:23 PM
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OP seems satisfied. Closing thread to prevent spam and hijacking.
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