Which rims/tyres to use on my Triton

Submitted: Tuesday, Oct 26, 2004 at 19:03

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Zebu

Folks,

I am in a dilema. I have a 92 MJ single cab Mitsubishi Triton 4wd - with Sunrasia 15" rims. They currently have a new set of Hancocks 30x9.50x15LT.

I have just bought a similar dual cab - same model MJ 1995 Mitsubishi triton 4wd. It currently has the the standard 16 " rims with 225x75x16 federal tyres.

Was thinking off putting the sunrasia rims on the new dual cab. Which tyre/rim combination out of the two is better - keep the 16"'s or put on the 15" . (obviously Sunrasias look better) If you put the 2 side by side, it appears that the tyres are the same height/circumference - so wouldnt expect a drop in top end speed (is that right)

Whats the differnce in ride/handling/fuel economy and replacement cost - I hear 16" tyres are dearer than 15" ? Majority of driving will be bitumen, but hope to get into some beach action this summer?

Any feedback greatly appreciated.

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Reply By: MAVERICK(WA) - Tuesday, Oct 26, 2004 at 19:32

Tuesday, Oct 26, 2004 at 19:32

before you get carried away make sure the inside brake clearance is ok - one of the reasons for 16" rims (apart from fashion) is to put on larger brakes. rgds

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Follow Up By: Member - Blue (VIC) - Tuesday, Oct 26, 2004 at 20:27

Tuesday, Oct 26, 2004 at 20:27

I got an '03, 15's fit fine, plenty of clearance. Tyres for the 15's seem to be cheaper.
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Reply By: Zebu - Wednesday, Oct 27, 2004 at 06:12

Wednesday, Oct 27, 2004 at 06:12

So is there any difference in performance? Speed or fuel economy?

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Reply By: ianmc - Thursday, Oct 28, 2004 at 13:57

Thursday, Oct 28, 2004 at 13:57

Yes, definitely! I have a 91 Triton & have both 225x16 tyres & 30x9.5s.
The latter use about 5-10% more fuel BUT give a wider track with better cornering
and handling generally & due to lower pressures , a betterride so you pays you money & makes yer choice. The 30,s should last a bit longer to compensate.
I have just done 10,000kms to Cooktown & back on 225,s on all sorts of roads & tracks with good economy & no trouble but the 30,s would have given better all round feel!

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