I have decided to put 165/65R15 tires all around on my 2015 451 ED, as I'm tired of the ridiculously short rear tire life and need to be able to rotate. It is also reported that this tire arrangement produces a much improved ride, corrects the high speedo error (1" greater diameter) and might improve the range a little bit (skinnier, taller tire).
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I need to match the rim size all around, and with a tire of this aspect ratio, it should be fine to use the 4.5" front wheels all around. The more popular conversion seem to be to put the wider rear rims all around, but skinny tires and rims are fine for me.
And so, is there anyone out there with a spare pair of front wheels to sell? Or, is there anyone willing to do a swap of my 5.5" rear rims for their 4.5" front rims? My rear rims are in perfect shape, no scratches. They have mostly only seen summer use, with steel wheels and snow tires used in winter. (Deal closed.)
(If it is OK with the moderator, can I post this on the IC engine 451 Smart forum too?)

Anyone use 165/65r15?
'13 Pure, stock wheels. Original Contis are getting a bit thin. No local dealer has Smart sizes in stock, so I'll be ordering. Looking at Tire Rack, I the stock size Contis and Khumos (which I don't trust after experience with that brand on another car). Tire Rack has a Continental ProContact TX...
I need to match the rim size all around, and with a tire of this aspect ratio, it should be fine to use the 4.5" front wheels all around. The more popular conversion seem to be to put the wider rear rims all around, but skinny tires and rims are fine for me.
(If it is OK with the moderator, can I post this on the IC engine 451 Smart forum too?)