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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 12:16 PM
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Do 6.5 size tires fit on 6 size rims? If they do, then what are the benefits and draw backs?

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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 12:33 PM
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u can protect your rims from getting curb marks.
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 01:16 PM
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Originally posted by mrmike
u can protect your rims from getting curb marks.
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Old Jul 22, 2003 | 03:52 AM
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Does handling suffer?
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Old Jul 23, 2003 | 08:58 AM
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Originally posted by Deagle
Does handling suffer?
As long as the tire has a stiff sidewall, it should be fine. Less expensive/lower quality tires tend to have weaker, more flimsy sidewalls than tires that are quality made and well engineered.
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