time for a new rear car tire

[mhammer]

i have a 2000 interstate. what size and brand of car tire can i put on the rear that would be the same diameter as my stock dunlop?

[Super Santa]

Personally, on my 2000 Interstate, I run the Goodyear Triple Tread Assurance in 205/60/16.  I run 42 lbs for tire pressure.  I needed to cut the nut cages inside my fender to eliminate the rubbing.

[Gunslinger]

205/60-16 is slightly shorter (Smaller diameter) than the stock configuration, the 205/65-16 is slightly taller (larger diameter). There is not a standard tire size that shares the exact diameter.

Without major modifications I do not know of anyone running anything wider than a 205 series tire.
I do not know what options might be available in a 195 series, haven't explored that myself.

I have run a 205/60 with no modification, and had to cut the nut cage for the 205/60.

The CT is not something for everyone, There are pro's and con's to any modification. Do a lot of research, and see if you can find someone to let you ride on one if possible before you take the plunge.

(I like the Bridgestone Traction T/A personally, but there are good reviews from several running Toyo's, Michelin, Goodyear and others. I would suggest a search for DarkSide or CT and you will probably get more information and opinions than you wanted)

[RoadKill]

"Without major modifications I do not know of anyone running anything wider than a 205 series tire."

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With my "MINOR" Mod's I'll try a 215 if you're buying ! 

[Gunslinger]

I'm not buying Dale, but I still say it will rub on the swing arm.

I know you didn't "modify" that!

[Mr.BubblesVRCCDS0008]

I just replaced my wornout TOYO  and mounted one of these on my interstate from the tirerack to the house one day and 108 bucks total . I've got 900 miles on it now and it is a good tire for me.JMHO       http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Bridgestone&tireModel=Potenza+G+019+Grid

[X Ring]

(I like the Bridgestone Traction T/A personally)

Hey Gunslinger, you sure it's a Bridgestone and not a B.F. Goodrich?

Marty

[Cliff]

205/60-16 is slightly shorter (Smaller diameter) than the stock configuration, the 205/65-16 is slightly taller (larger diameter). There is not a standard tire size that shares the exact diameter.

Without major modifications I do not know of anyone running anything wider than a 205 series tire.
I do not know what options might be available in a 195 series, haven't explored that myself.

I have run a 205/60 with no modification, and had to cut the nut cage for the 205/60

The CT is not something for everyone, There are pro's and con's to any modification. Do a lot of research, and see if you can find someone to let you ride on one if possible before you take the plunge.

(I like the Bridgestone Traction T/A personally, but there are good reviews from several running Toyo's, Michelin, Goodyear and others. I would suggest a search for DarkSide or CT and you will probably get more information and opinions than you wanted)

Now that's a confusing typo 

[Jabba]

I have a 205/55/16 on my Standard and I went ahead and cut the nut cages "just in case". 

I might put a 205/65 on the Interstate when I get her home this weekend.

Jabba

[Gunslinger]

Wow, it was a late night.
 Yes it is the B.F.G that I'm running.
I cut the cage nuts for the 205/65-16 tire.

 

[MP]

Had a Michelin Hydroedge on, now put on a General Altimax 205/60.  I like it MUCH better. Very hard to tell it is a CT.

MP