5" aftermarket rims, what tire size needed???

[Steve P.]

5" aftermarket rims, what tire size needed???

Should have asked this question BEFORE buying tires.
Don't ask....

I've got 145-SR-13's on my '78 Midget. Its got a set
of nice alloy, aftermarket wheels that I really like,
but they are 5" wide so the standard 145's don't
extend past the rim. As a result, the edges of the
wheels have some curb rash. Does anyone know what is
the largest tire I can use without the tire rubbing?

No idea what brand the rims are (not Minilites though).

Steve

 

[seanb]

Re: 5" aftermarket rims, what tire size needed???

https://www.carbibles.com/tire_bible_pg2.html

Thats a pretty good website to help with tire sizes. you can play around with their calculators to give you an idea of what you need. looks like you may be able to fit a 175 on those rims

 

[2091351]

Re: 5" aftermarket rims, what tire size needed???

Bridgestone Potenza RE92 165/65 HR 13 is a great fit for your rims!

Steve

 

[Jayrz]

Re: 5" aftermarket rims, what tire size needed???

Bridgestone Potenza RE92 165/65 HR 13,,,,,, very good tire, until it rains! Good lord be careful in the wet with these on. So if your car is a fair weather ride only, a good choice.