Chris-M Posted November 22, 2017 Report Share Posted November 22, 2017 I've had a poke around on here and the net. Can only find Toyo Proxys in 205/45/15. Is this my only option if I want to stick to the OEM tyre size? Also does anyone have the data on the factory fit tyre - rolling radius etc. Currently running 195/45/15 ditchfinders. Cheers - Chris. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted November 22, 2017 Report Share Posted November 22, 2017 factory was 205/50 iirc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sausage Posted November 22, 2017 Report Share Posted November 22, 2017 I'd go for 50s as they are generally cheaper and give a less harsh ride. 45s https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-x-195-45-15-R15-78V-Toyo-Proxes-T1-R-T1R-Road-Track-Day-Tyres-1954515/311132429401 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4x-NEW-195-45-15-NANKANG-ULTRA-SPORT-NS-2-78V-TYRE-195-45R15-4-TYRES/251166335943 50s https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-x-195-50-15-R15-82V-Toyo-Proxes-T1-R-T1R-Road-Track-Day-Tyres-1955015/301338421271 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4x-NEW-195-50-15-NANKANG-ULTRA-SPORT-NS-2-82V-TYRE-195-50R15-4-TYRES/260936843102 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Loop Posted November 22, 2017 Report Share Posted November 22, 2017 53 minutes ago, Rich said: factory was 205/50 iirc. Factory was 205/45 Rich Can't believe you need correcting in this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris-M Posted November 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2017 (edited) Found it! Dunlop SP2000 205/45/R 15 - correct? There is some chit chat about Yokohama and Goodyear Eagle F1, but I can't find those. I run Eagle F1 asymetrics on other cars. I'd have those if they were available - excellent tyres. Anyone running 205/50/15? I have picked up a spare set of Bathursts, with Toyo 205/45/15s. 2 of the 4 are OK, so I suppose the thing to do is put a pair on the front and see how it feels. I am still on standard suspension, well worn cheap replacement dampers up front, temporary APs chucked on the rear, as existing had fallen to bits. New O/S springs as they were both busted. Edited November 22, 2017 by Chris-M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sausage Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 (edited) My bad, forgot GTI was supposed to be 205 tyre. Edited November 23, 2017 by Sausage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lupo1.0se Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 The 205/45/r15 I could find where toyo and a random brand. Both where summer tyre only. So i ended up going 195/45/r15 I have heard of people fitting 205/50/r15 but these rub from what I have been informed. If anyone does hear of any other brands doing 205/45/r15 then if you can put them up that would be great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lupogtiboy Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 I've run a few 50 profile tyres on mine and they all rubbed on full lock, be it 205/50 or 195/50 195/45 r 15 is the best compromise for the Bathursts, fit well and no rubbing and don't look stretched at all. The OE Dunlop SP2000's were bloody awful on mine, caused loads of understeer, plus there isn't much choice of manufacturers for replacements. 195/45 r15 there are loads of options, I tend to go for Uniroyal Rainsports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sausage Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 Do the GTIs rub on 50s because of the extra track width? 50s work great on other Lupo if not too low. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erie GTI Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 Try Oponeo.co.uk. I found Toyo Proxys in 205/45/15. I haven't order anything from them yet, was told about the site from a lad at work. They are based in Poland. I had 50 on my GTI and the rubbed then I got the Proxys 205/45/15 from a Motorsport company near me here in Ireland, It took them 2 weeks to get them. It was after this that I heard of Oponeo so haven't had to order from them yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lupogtiboy Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 https://www.camskill.co.uk/m53b0s462p0/Car_Tyres_-_MPV_Tyres_-_People_Carrier_Tyres_-_15_inch_R15_inch_-_205_45_15_205_45R15 Camskill only have 2 types of Toyos in the GTI original size. This lot are very good and great prices too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris-M Posted November 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 Thanks for all the advice. I will try my part worn Toyo in 205/45, then make a decision from there. As you say, 195/45 gives a lot more choice and looks fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Timer Posted November 23, 2017 Report Share Posted November 23, 2017 Hi Chris, I'm not so sure about looks I have 195/45's from the time of purchase, and parked next door was another smart GTI with the 205/45's. I have to say I was really envious, as it really does add to the cheeky, chunky look... Will buy 205's when replacing as I want that look! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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