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Feb 8th, 2019, 12:04 | #1 |
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Tyre size query
The standard 18" tyre size on the XC60 T6 is 235/60R18
The rolling circumference of a 255/55R18 is 5 mm (less than a 1/4" or 0.2%) less than that of the standard tyre. So in principle it may be a good replacement option, but there are other considerations - the increased width and increased unsprung mass. Question: Has anybody done this and if so, with what results (or problems ).
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Feb 8th, 2019, 12:13 | #2 |
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Your other problem might be rubbing the front wheel arch on full lock - an MOT fail. You also need to check they tyre spec to see if the wider tyre can be fitted to your width of rim.
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What would you hope to gain by doing this?
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Feb 8th, 2019, 13:37 | #4 |
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Previously I had "upgraded" the tyres on my XC70 from 215 to 235 width and it really transformed the wagon to a superbly surefooted beast.
I was wondering if an upgrade on the XC60 would yield similar results
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Feb 8th, 2019, 13:51 | #5 |
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Good points - thanks!
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