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Oct 18, 2005 | 02:02 PM

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meb

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Alex,

My comparison was between a 215/45/17 and a 215/40/17 - 24.6 and 23.8 respectively.

I understand that air pressure affects load ratings; I wasn't clear, but by pointing out the relatively small 'posted' load differences, I was hoping that the reader might indeed understand that a little extra air...perhaps hot air...will bring the load ratings within a suitable range for the Mini.

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Originally Posted by Alex@tirerack

205/45 = 24.2 OD
215/45 = 24.6 OD

As discussed in previos posts load ratings are subjective and vary from manufactures. In that post I explained I calulate load from internal volume. If you run 36 LBS in 215/40 it will meet Mini's GVAW

Alex

Oct 19, 2005 | 05:30 AM

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Rick_G

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Quote:

Originally Posted by meb

I understand that air pressure affects load ratings; I wasn't clear, but by pointing out the relatively small 'posted' load differences, I was hoping that the reader might indeed understand that a little extra air...perhaps hot air...will bring the load ratings within a suitable range for the Mini.

I appreciate your advice and help MEB.

BTW, the BF Goodrich g-Force Sport's are sweet riding tires in 215/45/17.
They fit just fine, look good, and ride great!
Grippy, smooth and quiet.