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Old 08-01-2008, 01:24 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Question Has anyone tried Kuhmo Ecsta LX tires?

I have found a set of 14" wheels that will fit my metro. And I found these on the Tire Rack web site. $253 for 4-- 185/60-14 plus local install, They are rated @ 51 psi and 600 A A. I thought I might try a set if anyone has had good results. Thanks

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Keep in mind that with a larger wheel/tire combo:

- you may be increasing rotational weight
- you'll be slighty increasing frontal area
- you may be decreasing Cd
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The car has some winter tires in 175/70-13 size. Approximately 22.7 " tall and fairly soft rubber running at 44 psi. The Kuhmos are the same height and are a 51 psi tire. Just looking for a better quality long life tire. I only have 6- 13" wheels and don't want to dismount the winter tires.

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