Has anyone snuck a 215/60R15 into a narrow 914?, Thinking about P6000s Options

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Porsche lists the 215/60R15 as an N1 tire approved for 914-6, and I am considering them as they solve the too-small diameter problem I want to avoid. Currently, I'm on 195/65s. I used to run 205/55s and 205/60s, but all of these are too small in diameter.

I know the cars vary, but I was able to run various 205/55s with no rubbing and 205/60 Yoko A008Rs years ago with only a bit of rubbing on the inside (too much negative camber at that time). I'd be running these on 15x6 911 wheels, but may pop to have them turned into 15x7Rs by Weidman and do custom spacers. Big thing is to get a summer performance tire in there with, well, performance—and the right look.

That period look with any kind of performance is getting tough to find. If anyone has 215/60s on a narrow car, and can provide pics, I'd be very thankful!

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pete

[rick 918-S]

Porsche lists the 215/60R15 as an N1 tire approved for 914-6, and I am considering them as they solve the too-small diameter problem I want to avoid. Currently, I'm on 195/65s. I used to run 205/55s and 205/60s, but all of these are too small in diameter.

I know the cars vary, but I was able to run various 205/55s with no rubbing and 205/60 Yoko A008Rs years ago with only a bit of rubbing on the inside (too much negative camber at that time). I'd be running these on 15x6 911 wheels, but may pop to have them turned into 15x7Rs by Weidman and do custom spacers. Big thing is to get a summer performance tire in there with, well, performance—and the right look.

That period look with any kind of performance is getting tough to find. If anyone has 215/60s on a narrow car, and can provide pics, I'd be very thankful!

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pete

I ran 215's on 8's but I had spacers and flares. I know what you mean about "the look" That vintage stance. tires with sidewalls that are tall enough to look tucked without removing all the suspension travel.

I had tires from the tire rack. I put them on Sandy's 14 and didn't like them. I went back to the tire rack the next day to order another set. Instead of making me eat them they took them back. dis-mounted them ands mounted a taller set no charge.

I mention this because if you ask ahead they my do that for you as a test fit. It's worth a shot.

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I ran 215's on 8's but I had spacers and flares. I know what you mean about "the look" That vintage stance. tires with sidewalls that are tall enough to look tucked without removing all the suspension travel.

I had tires from the tire rack. I put them on Sandy's 14 and didn't like them. I went back to the tire rack the next day to order another set. Instead of making me eat them they took them back. dis-mounted them ands mounted a taller set no charge.

I mention this because if you ask ahead they my do that for you as a test fit. It's worth a shot.

Those 215/60s are part of what sold me on your car, Rick. That thing stopped me in my tracks when it was here. Just sooooo right. Might have been what got me off of 205/55s. Was around that time that my taste started changing. First time I saw the 215/60R15 P6000s on the back of an RS 2.7, I was well and truly hooked. Sneaking them under the back of a narrow 914 might not be easy, but may be worth a try—especially since I have to repaint both sides of the car anyway. Only question is whether I have the wheels modified to 7Rs or cram the 215s onto the 6s. I think the 6s will keep the tire a bit narrower, and are within the range of approved rim widths for the Pirellis. Worst case, I try it and I have to widen the wheels later.

Tire Rack is almost impossible to beat in terms of customer service. Almost makes me want to move there, as there are few things I rue more in the Bay Area than getting tires mounted and balanced.

pete