Not to hijack this thread, but in a related question.....why are 15" wheels and tires considered better than 14"? Load range D is available in 14" tires as well as 15's and, mounted on wheels that are rated for the tire pressure, they have the same ability to carry weight. A larger 14" tire can have the same circumference as a 15" and have taller sidewalls as a result,potentially giving a smoother ride. A 14" tire/wheel combination will also weigh a little less than an equivalent 15" tire/wheel. Since the tires represent "unstrung weight" this could be a small,but real, improvement.
I will be replacing the tires that are on my "new to me" 2010 2720SL. I don't mind spending the $ on larger wheels since I'll be replacing the wheels anyway, but I haven't yet seen a good reason why 15" is inherently superior to 14".
Any opinions out there?
Paul
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2010 2720SL
Green Cove Springs, Florida
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