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  1. 2nd March 2010, 09:36 PM #1
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    Change from Std D2a Tyre Size

    Just a quick check....

    Trying to source some 255/65 R16 for my 2004 Disco.

    However, the man from Jax Quick Fix Tyres suggested that 245/70 R16 will do the same job. Quoted prices about $100 less per tyre on the basis that 245 are more readily available and more choice i.e. Pirelli ATRs available at $265 each.

    Looking at various threads it appears to be nearly the same rolling diameter. Should there be any difference loosing 10mm off the tread width?
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    nope. i did exactly the same thing & am very happy with the result. the scorpion's are a great tyre.

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    just got a set in that size on my 04 disco car feels great now better than std size. got a set of bridgestone d694's on sale for $225each done 5000km so far great tyre!!

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  4. 2nd March 2010, 10:23 PM #4
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    Think I'll be back in contact with JAX tomorrow then!
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    Smile

    Yep, scorpions are the go. Quietest, grippyest tyre on the road
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    Must admit,, they are my next set,,

    couple of months yet though I reckon,,

    actually Baz sold me on them,,,
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    tyres

    Quote Originally Posted by White 110 View Post
    Just a quick check....

    Trying to source some 255/65 R16 for my 2004 Disco.

    However, the man from Jax Quick Fix Tyres suggested that 245/70 R16 will do the same job. Quoted prices about $100 less per tyre on the basis that 245 are more readily available and more choice i.e. Pirelli ATRs available at $265 each.

    Looking at various threads it appears to be nearly the same rolling diameter. Should there be any difference loosing 10mm off the tread width?
    I chose 245/70 -- supposed to be a better size for sand -- so far so good-- in my checking things out Scorpions were an initial choice but guys were replacing them at less than 60K -- great grip but too soft -- went with Coopers HT -- no issues (18 mths ago)
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    Quote Originally Posted by White 110 View Post
    Just a quick check....

    Trying to source some 255/65 R16 for my 2004 Disco.

    However, the man from Jax Quick Fix Tyres suggested that 245/70 R16 will do the same job. Quoted prices about $100 less per tyre on the basis that 245 are more readily available and more choice i.e. Pirelli ATRs available at $265 each.

    Looking at various threads it appears to be nearly the same rolling diameter. Should there be any difference loosing 10mm off the tread width?
    Check your sizes here. *Alloy Wheel & Tyre Size Calculator

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  9. 4th March 2010, 12:49 AM #9
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    Yeah I just bought a set of Scorpion ATR's for my rig and have to say they are a great tyre and pretty reasonable price too. Time will tell with wear & tear???
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    Michelen tyres ?

    I am thinking of fitting Michelins, I got over 100,000 out of the originals and always thought they performed well.

    . Any thoughts on the LTX/AT2 ?
    The speed rating is only R (S for the passenger construction) but I really want the LT construction. Open to suggestions on fitting the 235/85 as well, maybe a little too tall ?

    The others are the Latitude Cross, they look more road friendly but I am yet to meet anyone with them fitted.



    Tyre Specifications for: MICHELIN LTX A/T2
    Tyre Size: LT245/75R16
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    Product spec
    Size LT245/75R16
    Load Index 120
    Speed Index R
    Maximum load (kg) 1400
    Section width (mm) 268
    Overall diameter (mm) 775
    Rolling Circ. (mm) 2364
    Minimum rim width (inches) 7
    Recommended rim width (inches) 8.5
    Maximum rim width (inches) 9
    Remark LOAD RANGE E

    Tyre Specifications for: MICHELIN LATITUDE Cross
    Tyre Size: 245/70R16
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    Product spec
    Size 245/70R16
    Load Index 111
    Speed Index T
    Maximum load (kg) 1090
    Section width (mm) 248
    Overall diameter (mm) 750
    Rolling Circ. (mm) 2287.5
    Minimum rim width (inches) 6.5
    Recommended rim width (inches) 7
    Maximum rim width (inches) 8
    Remark EXTRA LOAD
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