Sidewall madness
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I wanted to see if more sidewall translated to a more comfortable ride on the street (and maybe look cool, too) in my dual-purpose '99.
In the front are Toyo RA1's in 225/50-15; in the rear, 235/50-15 Toyo R888's. Wheels are 15 x 8 6UL's.
Pros: fills up the wheel wells nicely; maybe some perceived smoothness, but not significant
Cons: hitting even a small bump at speed cause the outside edge of the rears to scrape
Conclusion: if maximum sidewall is desired, go with 225/50-15 all around. Still looks cool, though.
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In the front are Toyo RA1's in 225/50-15; in the rear, 235/50-15 Toyo R888's. Wheels are 15 x 8 6UL's.
Pros: fills up the wheel wells nicely; maybe some perceived smoothness, but not significant
Cons: hitting even a small bump at speed cause the outside edge of the rears to scrape
Conclusion: if maximum sidewall is desired, go with 225/50-15 all around. Still looks cool, though.
![](https://www.miataturbo.net/attachments/wheels-tires-78/169005-sidewall-madness-sidewall%2520madness%2520-%2520profile.jpg?dateline=1461184273)
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I want my car to be nice and clean like yours, but I have a hell of a time cleaning off all the rubber marks it get's from flying chunks of tire.
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