tire size question

[miata5620]

In the near future i am going to be needing a new set of tires, while i am not sure on the exact tire i want i have a question. Would there be any problems running a 205 width tire on stock rim (15x6) ? According to the tire rack website they a 205 rim width range is 5.5 -7.5" so i wouldnt think there would be a problem but i wanted to get more input. I just want to get more rubber on the ground and also fill out the rear fender well with some more tire.

[DecoyOctopus]

205 50 15 would be perfect for you. they fit the stock 15"s perfect and i beleive it was a standard or at least optional tire size for miatas.

[oldgrayfrog]

I had 215-40-17's on the black car, Doppleganger runs 225's with the inner fenders removed. 205-50's wouldn't be any problem at all.

[miata5620]

205 50 15 would be perfect for you. they fit the stock 15"s perfect and i beleive it was a standard or at least optional tire size for miatas.

It might be a optional but stock for the 10ae was a 195.

thanks for the feedback.

[installp]

The 195/205 is an ongoing debate. Personally Id recommend going with a stickier 195. Steering response is much better, and you dont get the sidewall flex of a wider 205.

Tougemiata

[miata5620]

The 195/205 is an ongoing debate. Personally Id recommend going with a stickier 195. Steering response is much better, and you dont get the sidewall flex of a wider 205.

Tougemiata

I hear you there but a stickier tire than what i plan on doing with wouldn't work just because i need a tire that can handle some miles on it since its my daily driver. I am not too worried about sidewall flex since its a daily driver first and a weekend toy second. It hasnt seen a track day in its life, sad i know, and wont for awhile atleast since i generally dont have the time for it.