JKS
X-TRAIL NEWBIE
Date Registered: 08-2009
TOTAL POSTS: 43
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Re: Budget (sub $200) Tyres
Hi Mick,
In answer to your questions:
quote: are these new tyres mounted on the factory steel rims?
Yep
quote: I was wondering if you have had any problems or issues with the larger tyres rubbing or fouling on the car anywhere?
No, not that we have noticed at all. Keep in mind that we have the heavy duty springs fitted, so there would be a little more room under the guards than with standard springs.
quote: I was also wondering if you have noticed any affect on the acceleration or gearing after fitting them? Also have you noticed any difference in braking ability at all?
I had been a little concerned about these factors too, but to be honest, I can't say there is any noticeable difference in any of the above. We haven't been out on any steep slopes since fitting the new tyres (a week ago) though, and if you were going to notice, I think that would be the ultimate test. On first impressions, I think any differences would be hard to pick up without tech testing gear.
Like I said in my last post, I'd try and get hold of the Hercules Terra Trac in 215/75r15 if you're going to test fit other sizes to suss it all out. They were available in this smaller size, and for the price I was given (after a lot of bargaining), I thought they looked like an excellent tyre. In terms of going any bigger, I really can't comment as we haven't gone there. The 225/75r15 decision was based on feedback in the X-Trail tyre threads - it seemed to be the biggest tyre size that did not present any issues for T30 owners (other than a few commenting on minor rubbing at full lock as you have queried - we haven't experienced this).
I hope that helps. Let us know what you end up fitting.
--- John
2005 Manual ST
(nudge bar, roof racks, tow bar)
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3/May/2012, 8:12 am
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jalalski
Date Registered: 02-2004
Location: SUTHERLAND, SYDNEY
TOTAL POSTS: 29100
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As long as the rims are not cracked and the tyres are not bald and within factory and ADR spec, you can do whatever you like
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5/May/2012, 7:11 am
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jalalski
Date Registered: 02-2004
Location: SUTHERLAND, SYDNEY
TOTAL POSTS: 29100
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fitting rims that are not 4WD load rated and tyres that are less in load rating than factory ones is not a good idea at all
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5/May/2012, 5:28 pm
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johnsey
X-TRAIL FANATIC
Date Registered: 01-2007
Location: Melbourne, Wantirna
TOTAL POSTS: 435
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Re: Budget (sub $200) Tyres
I think a good range would be between 35 and 38 psi for normal road usage, any higher and then it would be a very harsh ride.
--- Xcited Touring
Series 2 2005 ST Auto, nudge bar, driving lights, spoiler, GME 3100 UHF, towbar , bashplate, Yokohama Geolander AT-S and Kings Springs lift X495 (c)
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14/Jun/2012, 9:05 pm
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cooch t31
X-TRAIL HOLIC
Date Registered: 06-2008
Location: Blue Mountains, NSW
TOTAL POSTS: 5966
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Post a pic afterwards, be good to see what them rims look like.
--- Tony X-891c
HERE is my D22 Navara
HERE is my old 2008 T31, ST Series1
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20/Jul/2012, 5:42 am
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