B13 1.6L w/ B14 RIMS..... TIRE SIZE SUGGEST???

HQUAD · 06-02-2007, 02:34 AM

Figured I'd ask the pros.....

Suspension stock, engine = stock 1.6L, 1993 two dr Sentra.

Trying to decide 195/50/15 or 205/50/15 0r 225/40-50?/15.

I know the 1.6L isn't the strongest....., but will going to a wider tire weigh down the ride that much more resulting in decreasing MPG???

I changed from 13" rims and love the appearance transformation to B14 SE-R rims. My MPG was affected noticeably 13 to 15 rims. Does tire weight affect that much difference too? Or is it the circumference I need to look at? Will 225's fit or will I have rubbing issues - even at stock height?

I just like that "fat tire" look when viewing from the front or back of the vehicle, but don't want to overwork my "gas saver" just to get that particular look..... Gas killer full size pick up.....

Lemme know the pros and cons folks !!!

Thanks.

JTM · 06-02-2007, 02:44 AM

I have B14 SE-R rims on my B13 Sentra. It also has an auto and ga16de. I'm running Falken Ziex ZE 512's in a 205/50/15. The suspension is currently stock although I have some sportline springs that will go i soon. I also have 3mm spacers all around ( which are on to help the fitment of my winter wheels) although I don't think they are needed. I would like to go wider with the spacers but until I get longer studs, that's out of the question. I haven't noticed much difference in MPG and the ride is only slightly harder than before but not much.

2dr_sentra · 06-02-2007, 02:52 AM

205/50

RBI*04 · 06-02-2007, 11:08 AM

205 50 15

saggedsentra · 06-02-2007, 07:53 PM

205/50 running those on my 93 4 door ga16

Shawn B · 06-03-2007, 11:54 AM

195/50/15 here on B14 rims.