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will a 185/75/R14 fit on a 14"x7" rim?

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by EvrLastnGS, Aug 24, 2011.

  1. EvrLastnGS
    Joined: Aug 24, 2011
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    Hey. I was wondering if a 185/75/R14 tire will fit on a 14"x7" rim and still be fine. I know that the diameter of the tire in inches comes out to be 7.28 inches (converted from 185mm). I was wondering if this will make any difference if i mounted these on a rim of that size. Thanx :)
     
  2. 40StudeDude
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    Yep, but that's stretching it...and you may have a tuff time getting it stretched...

    R-
     
  3. gtkane
    Joined: Jan 25, 2009
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    Like 40 said, it will be a tough fit.
    It is better suited to a 6 inch rim.
     
  4. R Pope
    Joined: Jan 23, 2006
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    You might need a blast tank to get it out to the rim. Or a shot of ether and a light!
     
  5. gtkane
    Joined: Jan 25, 2009
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    Ether mounting always scares the **** out of me!
     
  6. vtwhead
    Joined: Oct 20, 2008
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    Most all 1857514's require a 4.5 to 6 inch wide rim. Beyond that you are stretching the specifications and deviating from the manufacturer's intention and DOT guidelines. Not the safest thing to do, but it is done. In fact in some stores that I have visited they would not allow it, others do. Guess I would suggest that you be careful and not overload the tire and don't go into corners like your driving a Maserrati.
     
  7. Johnunit
    Joined: Dec 31, 2010
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    from Toronto

    try this handy-dandy calculator, a**** lots of other specs it will tell you the rim size range for a given tire size.

    http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCalculator.asp?action=submit


    It lists 6.5 as the maximum.

    I'd say you can probably mount it but your handling will be noticeably worse than if you put the right tire on the right rim.
     
  8. EvrLastnGS
    Joined: Aug 24, 2011
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    Thanx everyone for the help. it was greatly appreciated! :) I'm prob going to find a set of rims in the 6" area and def stay away from the 7" lol thanks again for the feedback :)
     

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