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Do larger tires affect the odometer?

Yes. with larger tires the odometer will show less mileage than actually travelled.


How can larger tires affect fuel mileage?

It could make it better, but nost likely make it worse.


Can wheels and tires affect gas mileage?

Yes.


Your front tires are larger than your rear tires- if you get smaller front tires will your gas mileage improve?

Maybe, the manufacturer optimized the tire size to the vehicle, if your currently running larger than stock tires then you could be decreasing your mileage. Check the inside of your drivers side door for a placard with the correct tire size and inflation.


Can you to install larger tires on 1991 Chevy 1500?

yes but it will so mess up the mileage.


what will adversely affect gas mileage tire wear and vehicle handling Radial tires will improve gas mileage?

incorrect tire inflation


Will bigger tires affect how the car rides?

How it rides, handles, fuel mileage and power are affected.


If you put larger diameter tires on your car how would the speedometer reading compare to the speed measured by a radar gun?

If you put larger diameter tires on your car, the speedometer reading would be slower than the speed measured by a radar gun. This is because larger diameter tires cover more ground per revolution compared to smaller tires, so the speedometer would underreport the actual speed of the vehicle.


Can you replace 215 60 R16 tires with 215 65 R16 tires?

You can but it not a good swap. The 65 series tire will be 3.15% larger in overall diameter. It is never recommended to go over 3% difference. Your speedometer will read 58.1 at a true 60 mph. Performance and fuel mileage will be adversely effected.


What are the differences between 27x1 1/4 bike tires and 700c tires?

27x1 1/4 bike tires and 700c tires differ in their diameter and compatibility. 27x1 1/4 tires have a smaller diameter and are not interchangeable with 700c tires, which are larger. It is important to ensure that the tire size matches the wheel size for proper fit and performance.


Does not having o2 sensors in your tires affect gas mileage even if the tire is inflated properly?

Tires do not have oxygen sensors. They can have pressure sensors. The lack of pressure sensors would have no affect on fuel economy.


Can you take p225 60r16 tire and put them on a rim that currently has p205 55r16 tires?

If the OEM size for the car is 205/55-16 then the 225/60-16 tires will NOT be a good choice as a replacement 60 series tires. They will be 7% larger in overall diameter and your handling, ride, fuel mileage, performance, and speedometer will be adversly effected. It is never recommended to go over or under 3%. If you wish to use a 60 series tire then you would need to install a set of 195/60-16 which wil be 1.35% larger in overall diameter and are acceptible.