widget777 Posted October 10, 2006 Share #1 Posted October 10, 2006 I have a 78 280z with aluminum wheels that are 14X7. I have 195x70 x 14 tires that I want to replace. Is there a larger size tires that I can use on these rims? I am consdiering a set of Michelin pilot exacto a/s tires that are HR rated. Does anyone have any experience with these tires?? If so, please give me your feedback. Thanks. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/21874-tire-size-for-14x7-aluminum-wheels/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted October 10, 2006 Share #2 Posted October 10, 2006 If you want to stay close to stock height, the best is 225/60-14, but there's not much left available in that size anymore. 215/60-14 is a bit shorter, but still a decent fit. But I doubt those Michelins are available in that size either. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/21874-tire-size-for-14x7-aluminum-wheels/#findComment-185323 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktm Posted October 10, 2006 Share #3 Posted October 10, 2006 225/60 14s are available, but your selection is limited and they are pricey.215/60s are more widely available and considerably less expensive. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/21874-tire-size-for-14x7-aluminum-wheels/#findComment-185335 Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyman Posted October 11, 2006 Share #4 Posted October 11, 2006 I am sure the Hotwire wheels on my 75 260Z are 14x7inch. The tyres I have on them now are 205 wide and I can't fit my finger between the tyre and the spring on the inside of the front wheels. I couldn't tell you the tyre brand at the moment (the car is at home), but they aren't anything expensive. As the car drives and the wheel spins, I expect the tyre will get a little thinner (if anything) and the clearance will increase, but I am not comfortable having the tyre that close to the spring anyway. Next time around, I will probably put 195s on the front. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/21874-tire-size-for-14x7-aluminum-wheels/#findComment-185470 Share on other sites More sharing options...
zztom Posted November 15, 2006 Share #5 Posted November 15, 2006 Hi, I use 205/ 70R 14. I havent had any clearance problems. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/21874-tire-size-for-14x7-aluminum-wheels/#findComment-189627 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hrududu Posted November 15, 2006 Share #6 Posted November 15, 2006 Hi, I use 205/ 70R 14. I havent had any clearance problems.Same here. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/21874-tire-size-for-14x7-aluminum-wheels/#findComment-189628 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hd240z Posted November 15, 2006 Share #7 Posted November 15, 2006 Im running 215/60-14 with no rubbing issues - stock suspension. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/21874-tire-size-for-14x7-aluminum-wheels/#findComment-189630 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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