tire specification what does XL mean

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05-08-2006, 08:20 AM

hally

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tire specification what does XL mean

eg 265/35ZR18Y XL does that change the diameter calculation?

http://www.hankooktyre.com.au/v2/pro...h=uhpt&id=1088

ps has anyone tried the Hankook Ventus Sport K104 as a street tire.

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05-08-2006, 12:14 PM

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"Extra Load" - it means the tire has a higher load carrying capacity than a "typical" 265/35/18.

It does not change the tire's dimensions.

_Jeff

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05-08-2006, 12:49 PM

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We call out XL rubber "Magnums" in America. I didn't realize there was a market for them down-under....

Seriously though, what Portly wrote.....

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05-08-2006, 08:03 PM

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thanks lads.
Daniel, looks like your xl's have 2 holes in them

, congratulations btw.

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