questions about tires

[rabkay]

hi - just traded my 2000 xc70 for a 2003 xc 70 - need some infor on tires and trie pressures. what have you noticed is the difference between the 30psi all around and the 35f and 38 r settings?

also -current tire size is 215/65/16 - i notice some have switched to 235/60/16 - what are the differences - is there enough clearance - any issues with mpg - does it improve handling...any experience would be helpful also what tires are you replacing the str's with?

thanks, larry

[JRL]

Double posting is not nice

[tgwillard]

More tire sizes are available in the 235/60/16 than in 215/65/16. If you check the dimensions you will find that the 235/60 tires are very close in diameter. Many factors can influence handling, including tread design as well as speed rating (stiffness of sidewalls).