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<02> E30 wheels/ tire size

>I just got a set of E30 14in wheels for my '73 tii and was wondering what
>size tire I should  run? I have been running 205/60 13 on my factory wheels
>with just a little rub. I would like to get some Bridgestone RE71s I was
>thinking about 195/55 14, but then a guy I work with said 195/55 14s would
>rub on the tie rods of a tii? Is that true, what type and size tire works
>well on a tii with E30 wheels?
>
>Thanks For Your Help,
>R2002tii@domain.elided
> ''73 tii

I've always used 195/60x14" with no rub.  Of course the actual width of the
tire brand you choose may well determine your success.  55 series will just
be a little shorter, ie speedo error, top speed etc.

- -Phil Marx  BMWCCA #6021