12 Inch Tires

…identified in the tire's Service Description (which will be covered shortly). Tire and Wheel Diameter P225/50R16 91S The 16 indicates the tire and wheel diameter designed to be matched together. Tires that have a rim diameter expressed in inches (P225/50R16, as well as 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18,…

…season on the tires. Don't just take my word for it, here are what some of our customers have said about the Michelin X-Ice Xi2 : "Excellent tire. I have purchased Michelin winter tires and summer tires for at least 12 years. The Xi2 is one of the best winter tire models I have purchased…

…near the tire's bead (adjacent to the wheel) indicating the appropriate value. Because tires are global products, their maximum inflation pressure is branded on the tire in kilopascals (kPa) and pounds per square inch (psi). These values can also be found in the industry's tire load & inflation…

…more info on important things to consider when selecting truck tire sizes. Always verify that the load capacity of the new tire is sufficient for your vehicle. The approximate width of metric sized tires can be converted into inches by dividing the branded Section Width in millimeters by 25.4; for…

…snow tires, the Dunlop Winter Maxx, proved significantly better with a total of 103.4 feet. In a game of inches, the difference here is 15.2 feet. For a recap of our test, take a look at the results here. Looking for snow tire recommendations? Take a look at "Winter is Coming: What Winter Tire…

…all 4 tires must remain the same" or within 4/32-inch of each other in remaining tread depth. Porsche Cayenne within 30% of the other tire on the same axle's remaining treadwear. Nissan GT-R when replacing less than four (4) tires, each tire continuing in service must have at least 6/32 inch (5 mm)…

…tread rubber to the bottom of the tire's deepest grooves. In the United States, tread depth is measured in 32nds of an inch. Because it is difficult to accurately measure tread depth with a ruler, tread depth is best measured with a tire tread depth gauge. When tires have neared the end of their…

…over time and tire valves are not expected to resist deterioration for the life of two standard tires in normal service, tire valves should be inspected and replaced if any cracking appears. As a rule of thumb, the industry recommends replacing tire valves whenever new tires are installed.…

…a proper hole in it. * The rear shock assembly upper mounting OEM hole size is 0.410 inch (11). The KONI shock shaft is 0.460 inch +0.050 inch difference (12). Drill upper mount on center with a 15/32 (0.469) inch drill. * After the alignment is completed. The steering angle must be re-calibrated…

…tire. Before winter arrived in the Midwest, we loaded up the tires and went to a winter test facility in Sweden. While there, we measured each tire's ability to accelerate and brake in light snow, as well as gather subjective ratings of how each tire feels while driving through several inches of…