Upgrading wheels/tyres on Santro

Voyager-1 · 1st December 2009, 01:18

Thanks for pointing that out Nikhil. I read in this thread that 165/65/R13s can be run on the stock 4J rims and there was one post about someone running 175/60/R13s on the stock steel rims.

Apart from improper wearing of the tyres, what kind of problem would this (165s on 4J) cause in high speed runs (100-120 kmph) and cornering? Negligible, Acceptable or Serious?

Now that I have upgraded the tyres, where can I find 4.5J or 5J steel rims? Should I look out for Getz's rims? Alloys are the perfect solution, but am not looking for alloys now.

chevelle · 1st December 2009, 12:36

Hi Nikhil

I read your reply to Akshay that for good ride quality, its advisable to go for 155/70/r13?

I was wondering what would be a good compromise for ride quality and handling at high speeds(90 kph to 140 kph). My stock tires are going to wear out soon. so was wondering which one should i go for.

I think Michelin XM1+ is THE choice among users here. Do this tires fill in my above requirement? and should i do a upsize or keep the same profile?

Thanks in advance.

Nikhilb2008 · 1st December 2009, 12:41

Voyager --- It is not safe. It is simply not recommended. The tyre is too wide for the rim. It's like fitting a guy with a 42" waist into 32" size jeans.

Chevelle ---- Get the 165/65 R13 XM1+ IF you have alloys or wider rims. Otherwise, stick to 155/70 R13 XM1+.

chevelle · 1st December 2009, 14:55

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Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

Chevelle ---- Get the 165/65 R13 XM1+ IF you have alloys or wider rims. Otherwise, stick to 155/70 R13 XM1+.

Thanks Nikhil for prompt reply.

The current setup is stock. Depending upon the budget would look decide whether to go for wider rims or stick to stock.

if i were to go for alloys or wider rims which one it would be? 4.5j or 5j? in process will i be able to get good ride quality as well as handling? obviously i don't expect exceptional handling like say palio or swift, but at least can expect to better the stock ones rite?

appreciate your help.

sukiwa · 1st December 2009, 15:45

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Originally Posted by chevelle

if i were to go for alloys or wider rims which one it would be? 4.5j or 5j? in process will i be able to get good ride quality as well as handling?

Opt for 13x5J. Will find more options in that size compared to 13x4.5J.

jkdas · 2nd December 2009, 09:27

Is 175/70 R13 safe on a 4.5J alloy. This is for Accent .

sukiwa · 2nd December 2009, 09:46

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Originally Posted by jkdas

Is 175/70 R13 safe on a 4.5J alloy. This is for Accent .

Nope. 13x5J is recommended rim width for 175/70R13. And I guess Accent stock wheel size is 13x5J. Any particular reason for 13x4.5J?

kpzen · 2nd December 2009, 09:52

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Originally Posted by jkdas

Is 175/70 R13 safe on a 4.5J alloy. This is for Accent .

Where did u find a 4.5j alloy in 13" ??

Voyager-1 · 3rd December 2009, 01:33

I am looking for 4.5J steel rims for my santro. I read in the i10 tyre upgrade thread that i10's rim is 4.5J. Can it be fitted in Santro without any safety issues?

sukiwa · 3rd December 2009, 09:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by Voyager-1

I am looking for 4.5J steel rims for my santro. I read in the i10 tyre upgrade thread that i10's rim is 4.5J. Can it be fitted in Santro without any safety issues?

Stock i10 rim size is 13x4B and not 13x4.5J. Look for 13x5J steel wheels from Accent if you don't want to continue 13x4J for Santro.

winzeee · 9th December 2009, 21:19

Heloo TBHP im new here
I just changed my santro's tyre to XM1 155/70,Im running it T\L
Was thinking of 165/65 but settled fot stock size

Upgrading wheels/tyres on Santro-dsc03692.jpg

Just want to mention that this thread was really helpful for me in deciding

.
Thanks once again

Saw few alloys also.Really liked the (top row middle one).No idea of the brand
Quoted 12500rs for a set.

Upgrading wheels/tyres on Santro-dsc03690.jpg

Cheers W

tsk13 · 10th December 2009, 23:47

Winzee, Congrats. The brand of the alloy wheel is Plati. Moreover, you could have got XM1+ in Michelin in the same size.

Nikhilb2008 · 10th December 2009, 23:55

Congrats. When did you buy the tyre?? You should have got the XM1+ if you bought it in the past 2 months or so. If you bought it before September, then it's ok.

CRV2010 · 11th December 2009, 02:15

@Nikhil Sir,

I want to change my Current Stock Santro Xing (2007 Model) Tyres (30k old) since its 80% bald already. Please suggest me the correct sizes. I am planning to get Alloys now along with the new set of tyres. Please suggest me a good brand in alloys and also what to look for when buying alloys...

My concern is for Safety on high speeds, good braking and better comfort.. I am willing to sacrifice on tyre's life.

tsk13 · 13th December 2009, 01:21

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Originally Posted by CRV2010

@Nikhil Sir,

I want to change my Current Stock Santro Xing (2007 Model) Tyres (30k old) since its 80% bald already. Please suggest me the correct sizes. I am planning to get Alloys now along with the new set of tyres. Please suggest me a good brand in alloys and also what to look for when buying alloys...

My concern is for Safety on high speeds, good braking and better comfort.. I am willing to sacrifice on tyre's life.

CRV, the upsizes in R13 (13" wheel) are:
165/65
175/60 (I have Yokohama A539. Amazing cornering and comfort. Braking in Santro is not that Ooh La La, but compared to Bald tyres any new tyre will produce better braking effect)
185/60

Good brands in alloys Lenso, Konig, HR, League (what I find in Delhi). CRV, head to Nikhil's shop.

1st December 2009, 01:18	#511
Voyager-1 BHPian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 245 Thanked: 202 Times	Thanks for pointing that out Nikhil. I read in this thread that 165/65/R13s can be run on the stock 4J rims and there was one post about someone running 175/60/R13s on the stock steel rims. Apart from improper wearing of the tyres, what kind of problem would this (165s on 4J) cause in high speed runs (100-120 kmph) and cornering? Negligible, Acceptable or Serious? Now that I have upgraded the tyres, where can I find 4.5J or 5J steel rims? Should I look out for Getz's rims? Alloys are the perfect solution, but am not looking for alloys now.
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1st December 2009, 12:36	#512
chevelle Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: sacto Posts: 1,299 Thanked: 552 Times View My Garage	Hi Nikhil I read your reply to Akshay that for good ride quality, its advisable to go for 155/70/r13? I was wondering what would be a good compromise for ride quality and handling at high speeds(90 kph to 140 kph). My stock tires are going to wear out soon. so was wondering which one should i go for. I think Michelin XM1+ is THE choice among users here. Do this tires fill in my above requirement? and should i do a upsize or keep the same profile? Thanks in advance.
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1st December 2009, 12:41	#513
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,138 Times	Voyager --- It is not safe. It is simply not recommended. The tyre is too wide for the rim. It's like fitting a guy with a 42" waist into 32" size jeans. Chevelle ---- Get the 165/65 R13 XM1+ IF you have alloys or wider rims. Otherwise, stick to 155/70 R13 XM1+.
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2nd December 2009, 09:27	#516
jkdas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Thiruvananthapu Posts: 9,687 Thanked: 1,492 Times View My Garage	Is 175/70 R13 safe on a 4.5J alloy. This is for Accent .
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3rd December 2009, 01:33	#519
Voyager-1 BHPian Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 245 Thanked: 202 Times	i10 rims for Santro? I am looking for 4.5J steel rims for my santro. I read in the i10 tyre upgrade thread that i10's rim is 4.5J. Can it be fitted in Santro without any safety issues?
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9th December 2009, 21:19	#521
winzeee Newbie Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bombay Posts: 24 Thanked: 0 Times	Heloo TBHP im new here I just changed my santro's tyre to XM1 155/70,Im running it T\L Was thinking of 165/65 but settled fot stock size Just want to mention that this thread was really helpful for me in deciding. Thanks once again Saw few alloys also.Really liked the (top row middle one).No idea of the brand Quoted 12500rs for a set. Cheers W
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10th December 2009, 23:47	#522
tsk13 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Delhi Posts: 1,256 Thanked: 361 Times	Winzee, Congrats. The brand of the alloy wheel is Plati. Moreover, you could have got XM1+ in Michelin in the same size.
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10th December 2009, 23:55	#523
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,138 Times	Congrats. When did you buy the tyre?? You should have got the XM1+ if you bought it in the past 2 months or so. If you bought it before September, then it's ok.
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11th December 2009, 02:15	#524
CRV2010 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 232 Thanked: 42 Times	@Nikhil Sir, I want to change my Current Stock Santro Xing (2007 Model) Tyres (30k old) since its 80% bald already. Please suggest me the correct sizes. I am planning to get Alloys now along with the new set of tyres. Please suggest me a good brand in alloys and also what to look for when buying alloys... My concern is for Safety on high speeds, good braking and better comfort.. I am willing to sacrifice on tyre's life.
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