Alfa 156 - Tyre Size
Discussion
I wonder if anyone has fitted wider than standard tyres to a 156 V6. I've got the Veloce alloys with 205/55/16s tyres at the moment and I'm considering 225/50/16s, which will maintain the same rolling radius. Does anyone know if this will affect the handling in any way or are they likely to foul the arches. Any advice gratefully received. I'm also looking for a local specialist in the Leeds area for servicing if anyone can help. (I have seen the comments re: Americo and Lear's, has anyone tried Turin on Meanwood Road??)
Cheers Rick,
I assumed that the wider rubber would give me a bit more grip and hadn't considered the trade off with squidgy side walls. Maybe a strut brace is the way forward?
Have you any advice on tyre brands, I'm currently considering Toyo Proxes or Nokian NRZi's, (both of which are pretty cheap at mytires.co.uk - looks like a good site for cheap tyres). I'm looking for something that will indulge my creative driving without wearing out too quick.
I assumed that the wider rubber would give me a bit more grip and hadn't considered the trade off with squidgy side walls. Maybe a strut brace is the way forward?
Have you any advice on tyre brands, I'm currently considering Toyo Proxes or Nokian NRZi's, (both of which are pretty cheap at mytires.co.uk - looks like a good site for cheap tyres). I'm looking for something that will indulge my creative driving without wearing out too quick.
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