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Any one know where I can get an on/off road tire size 195/55-15. I want a more knobby tire than aBridgestone Blizzak
thanks
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Blizzaks are winter tires, so not sure what you're looking for exactly... :)
Blizzaks are winter tires, so not sure what you're looking for exactly... :)
So far that is the most aggressive tire in that size I can find. It is almost ok, I want an on/off road tire
Thanks
There doesn't seem to be much choice in All-Terrain tires that would fit the Smart car, but I have seen these listed on the Pirelli website:

Pirelli Scorpion ATR 185/65R15 88H

Pirelli Scorpion ATR 205/60R15 91H

These sizes would fit the 4.5J front and 5.5J rear rims on the 451. 185/65R15 on the front would rub quite a bit until the plastic wears down.
There doesn't seem to be much choice in All-Terrain tires that would fit the Smart car, but I have seen these listed on the Pirelli website:

Pirelli Scorpion ATR 205/60R15 91H

Pirelli Scorpion ATR 185/65R15 88H

These sizes would fit the 4.5J front and 5.5J rear rims on the 451. 185/65R15 on the front would rub quite a bit until the plastic wears down.

You might need a lift kit if going off-road to give a bit more ground clearance. Traction should be good as almost 60% of the car's weight is over the driving wheels.
I’m running those sizes in Yokohama’s. Definitely had some rubbing up front until I put in ED springs. No more problems.
I’m running those sizes in Yokohama’s. Definitely had some rubbing up front until I put in ED springs. No more problems.
thanks
I saw on the Interweb a company that recaps agressive tread onto a small tire. The problem with placing an All-Terrain lug on a small tire is the speed rating won't be high. A vehicle that tops out at 85 or 100mph aught to make it fun!
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