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Leebo310
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September 03, 2013, 09:35:14 am »
What does the "91W / 91Y" etc relate to with regards to tyres?
Am I right in thinking it's some sort of speed/safety rating?
Can I run either on my car?
Sorry for such a basic question...
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September 03, 2013, 09:55:13 am »
It's just the speed rating mate, read more about it here:
http://www.blackcircles.com/general/speedrating
W or Y are fine.
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September 03, 2013, 02:14:25 pm »
The number is weight related an like mentioned above the letter is speed rating
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September 03, 2013, 03:43:59 pm »
Ah good stuff, cheers for the advice!
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225/40/R18 92y XL on the GTI
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