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Post by PictureChasers on Nov 3, 2005 5:54:38 GMT -5
Tire size update for Justy's
After finding NO 13" used rally tires, and learning that size range around 165/65-13 is almost impossible to find a decent tire, we scored a deal on some spring closeout Firestone full winters from Kal-Tire in Lacombe Alberta. We bought 5 & studded them. They work so good we bought 7 more! Now I rotate 6 studs for winter, and have 6 fresh winters for summer fun!
My 91 Justy likes 175/75-13 with some very light trimming. Had to trim mostly in front of rear wheels. I notched out the bottom rib where the jack grabs, then cut off only a small but of rear quarter panel up to the wheel tub. They are tight but do not rub on INSIDE of wheel in front of real wheels. I know many use a BFH to fix this but I like my 4 wheel alignment the way it is. They rarely rub on plastic tubs in front wheel wells. Some say to remove them, some say no way to protect air intake. I am undecided...
My wife's 93 Justy GL doesnt like anything except stock 155/65-13 which usually suck, but not stick. That spot on inner rear wheel is tighter on her car, but could be small difference in rims or I guess just the way the 2 different tire brands actually sit on rim.
I LOVE my 175/75-13 Firestone studs. Staying with this size for a year or so until I get to a 2" (safe) complete body lift, and whatever I can manage to rework in suspension lift.
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Post by malamute on Nov 3, 2005 11:44:34 GMT -5
Tire size update for Justy's After finding NO 13" used rally tires, and learning that size range around 165/65-13 is almost impossible to find a decent tire, we scored a deal on some spring closeout Firestone full winters from Kal-Tire in Lacombe Alberta. We bought 5 & studded them. They work so good we bought 7 more! Now I rotate 6 studs for winter, and have 6 fresh winters for summer fun! You can always call Four Star Racing and get Yokohama A035 Forest Rally tires. They are 165/65/13 but they will set you back about $150 CDN a corner. They are a bit much for street duty. A good mud and snow is a good second choice. And if you can find them Nokia (Hakkapettia) makes a great snow tire. Nothing funner than driving your Justy through snow drifts so high you can watch the snow go over the windshield. An adventure Justy is a great concept! Why you need to be CARS compliant is beyond me . Matthew Bos
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