I have now driven three sets of T-Trac 2 on my 2014 4/4. I have always been more than satisfied. Now I'm tempted to drive 185/70 for once. My 4/4 has increased engine power and I suspect that in the dry the braking effect before corners could be better with 185/70. In the wet I think the 165/80 would be better. Now I have read here in the forum over a few years that the 185/70 sometimes drag, depending on how a 4/4 turns out in individual cases, especially at the front, but also with the rear tires. Someone said, I think DaveW, that the factory expensive Avon 185/70 are a bit narrower than the 185/70 from other manufacturers. Is that the case? Could I get into trouble? What is your recommendation for 185/70 other than Vredestein Classic and Avons? Or would you think, the Vredestein Classics are a good choice? Regarding the 165/80 the T-trac 2 seems to perform better than the Vredestein Classics.
Heinz. You must be very careful when you fit 185/70's on 4/4 wires. Avons CR6zz's JUST fit, but only clear the upper spring mounting by a couple of mm. I wanted Blockleys but they were a couple of mm wider, so did not clear. If you want any other brand it's essential to test fit at the front, if that can be arranged. The "backspacing" (inset) from the MWS site is this............
4/4............. 83mm
Plus 4........ 79.5mm
Plus 8........ 75mm
Plus or minus 3mm. So what this means is that if you have wires with the +3mm backspacing they may foul. It also means that some 4/4 wheels will clear but others will not.
