2002 GLE Replacement Tires

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N_A_J - 24 Aug 2004 05:51 GMT

I've been browsing this NG for info about replacement tires for my 02
GLE. The OEM size (215/55-17) is limited to a few models from even
fewer manufacturers. I've received a few different responses to
queries about acceptable tire sizes. Tire Rack states that 225/50-17
or 235/50-17 would work. Another source recommended 225/55-17. Tire
Rack stated that those tires might be too "tall". How will these tire
sizes affect things like wheelwell clearance and speedo/odo readings?
I am more interested in tread life, light to moderate snow
performance, and ride comfort/noise than high performance. I am not
interested in switching to snows for winter driving. Any
suggestions??? Thanks.

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John - 25 Aug 2004 18:26 GMT

I would probably go with Tire Rack recommendations as that is what they do
for a living. I have bought several sets, 4 or 5 actually, from them and
have never been disappointed with their prices, service, warranty or
recommendations.
Good Luck with whatever you decide,
John
PS check out this page, it might help you decide......

http://www.csgnetwork.com/tireinfo4calc.html

Good Luck!

> I've been browsing this NG for info about replacement tires for my 02
> GLE. The OEM size (215/55-17) is limited to a few models from even
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> interested in switching to snows for winter driving. Any
> suggestions??? Thanks.

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N_A_J - 26 Aug 2004 07:01 GMT

> I would probably go with Tire Rack recommendations as that is what they do
> for a living. I have bought several sets, 4 or 5 actually, from them and
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>
> Good Luck!

Thanks for the info. It looks like the best fit if I don't go with the
OEM size would be 235/50-17. I did find Toyo Proxes TPT tires in the
OEM size. They are much more reasonbly priced than the Turanza LS-V's
that I found in the alternate size. I really don't need a V speed
rated tire, but they are rated highly overall at Tire Rack. I am
trying to get info on how the Toyos perform in the snow. Anyone?

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maxima1 - 27 Aug 2004 19:45 GMT

> Thanks for the info. It looks like the best fit if I don't go with the
> OEM size would be 235/50-17.

The stock tires on my Maxima SE (same rims as yours) are 225/50-17, so
it's a safe bet that those will fit perfectly. When I was looking at
new tires, the 235/50-17 was too wide for the 7" rims. Recommended is
7.5", or wider, rims for the 235 size tire. For example, BMW uses
8-inch wide rims with 235 size tires.

215/50-17 is a very popular size found on many Acuras as well, so it
should not be an issue, and I'd stick with it on your GLE for better
ride and gas mileage.

For your GLE, I would simply buy Falken Azenis ST-115 in size
215/50-17 for your tire. A very good and quiet tire that performs well
in all conditions. Cheap too.

Matthew
01 Max SE

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