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Plus 1 Plus 2 Equals What?
…section width (first number in the size) while decreasing the aspect ratio (second number in the size). The wheel size stays the same so you will not have to purchase new wheels. Plus 1 - Increase the section width while decreasing aspect ratio but also increase the wheel size by 1 inch. The result is approximately…

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Tire Size Conversion Chart
…N * When replacing Alpha Numeric tires with Euro-metric or P-metric tires, look for the Euro-metric or P-metric size listed in the equivalent aspect ratio. For example, when replacing a FR78-14, you would look up the appropriate 75-series size, the 205/75R14. If replacing a FR70-14, you would look…

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More on Plus Sizing
…shorter and wider. While the shape changes, the size (area) of the contact patch remains relatively unchanged. * High aspect ratio = tall and narrow contact patch* Short aspect ratio = chort and wide contact patchWhat does this mean? The tread blocks with a taller, narrow profile have more deflection…

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Review of: Goodyear Eagle GS-D
…before these tires run out of stick-um. I had to drop to 45 ratio tires to get tires to fit this time. Turned out to be OK%21 If I can%27t get the same tire next time, I would rather buy bigger rims and go one size up and 35 or 40 aspect ratio than switch tires%21%21%21%21 The rears usually last only…
 
Tire Tech Information - Tire Size Conversion Chart
…load capacity, followed by an "R" if radial ply construction, the tire's aspect ratio and wheel diameter. So while G78-15, G70-15 and G60-15 sized tires are all rated to carry the same maximum load, their different aspect ratios resulted in tires with the overall diameters indicated below. Tire Size Overall…

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Standard Touring All-Season Tires
…tire's appearance with a passenger tire's smooth, quiet ride. Standard Touring tires are typically available in the lower speed ratings and higher aspect ratio sizes and place more emphasis on ride comfort and treadwear than Grand Touring tires. View survey results for Standard Touring tires. BFGoodrich…

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Tire Tech Information - Tire Flatspotting
…destroys its ride quality). A flatspot's severity is often a function of the tire size, internal structure, load, ambient temperature and time. Low aspect ratio tires have less sidewall flex due to their short sidewalls and much of their load carrying capacity is absorbed by the deflection of their wide…

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Tire Tech Information - Contact Patch
…those big Reebok's do. The shape of a tire's contact patch or "footprint" greatly influences its performance and is dependent on its profile or "aspect ratio". Low profile tires (most performance tires) have a short and wide contact patch that is effective in converting the driver's input into very responsive…

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Tire Tech Information - Calculating Approximate Tire Dimensions
….86" The second pair of numbers (225/ 45R17) is the tire's aspect ratio or profile. This is a ratio of sidewall height to section width. The section height's measurement can be calculated by multiplying the section width by the aspect ratio. The answer will be the height of one sidewall. For example…

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Updates To Our Recommended Installer Page Help You Find Your Ideal Installer
Updates To Our Recommended Installer Page Help You Find Your Ideal Installer
…participate in the Price Pledge program agree to display exact quotes for installation services based on tire aspect ratio. That's the middle number of your tire size. To learn more about a tire's aspect ratio, read "Tire Size Guide." Additional or optional related installation fees are also displayed. These services…

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Tire Rack Locations and Recommended Installers
Tire Rack Locations and Recommended Installers
…Price Pledge program agree to display exact quotes for installation services based on tire aspect ratio. Additional or optional related installation fees are also displayed. For more information on tire aspect ratios and installation, check out one of my previous posts, "Installation is Even Easier!"

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Review of: Goodyear Eagle GS-D
…before these tires run out of stick-um. I had to drop to 45 ratio tires to get tires to fit this time. Turned out to be OK%21 If I can%27t get the same tire next time, I would rather buy bigger rims and go one size up and 35 or 40 aspect ratio than switch tires%21%21%21%21 The rears usually last only…

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