"jim beam" <spamvortex@bad.example.net> wrote in message
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> James Lewis wrote:
> >>> When I bought this car, I didn't notice it had the 205/55/16 tires. Is
> > there
> >>> a safe way to change from a 55 to at least a 60? The car drives great
> > and
> >>> gets good mileage. Just wondered if this has been considered?
> >>>
> >>> mike
> >
> > why?
> >
> > Price and availablity at local tire stores. Most stores carry the 60 but
> > have to order the 55 which costs about $25 more per tire.
> >
> >
> that's no reason.
> 1. it'll change the accuracy of your speedo.
> 2. it'll have a negative affect on handling.
>
> and all for saving $100 on a $17K+ car 3 years from now! quitcher

> whining and get the proper tires. sheesh.

Your name is appropriate. Sounds like you may have had a few belts. When you
drive 50k miles a year, it's not exactly a 3 year deal. Some people have to
save where they can.