Tyre Choice

[Guest Robinski]

:angry: I have a 1996 2.0 LX and need to purchase new tyres.

 

Size required = 195/65 R 15 T

 

Kwik Fit had none in stock and stated that I needed reinforced 195/65s, not normal 195/65s.

 

My manual says nothing about this. Can anyone verify Kwik Fit's claim and advise exactly what brands & models of tyre I should be looking for?

[Guest SA Intruder]

Do a search on Tyres going back 180 days - masses of info

 

And yes, they do need to be Reinforced.

[Guest Paul L]

Robinski,

 

I've just replaced all four tyres on my Galaxy. Tyre choice is a personal thing but I've stuck with the Conti Contact CT22's I've fitted previously. Mid range tyre and I not had any problems. Firestone's are a slightly cheaper alternative.

 

Regards

 

Paul

[Tigger]

Last time I re fitted contis they were

[Guest Andy]

Well i had the firestones on my 95 galaxy,which i though were great,they have now gone home and i got 4 brand new end of the line 205/60vx15's from work for

[Tigger]

I thought they had to be reinforced for insurance?

[johnb80]

I've had this discussion with my insurance company regarding my Cosworth Ultima. The tyres on that were rated at 165mph and carried the appropriate premium. I don't and never intend to drive at these speeds and therefore could not see the reason to pay out the not inconsiderable extra money on tyres of this standard. They told me categorically that my insurance would be null and void if I modified the vehicle in any way from the original manufacturers specification and tyres would come under this heading. If it says it in the book then you need to stick to that OR inform your insurance company.

 

Regards - JB

[Guest Andy]

picture in the attached file is from michelins tyre book

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