195/70/14HR Tyres - Sailun

[marshman]

Just checked the original Stag sales literature and it mentions 120MPH as a maximum speed,so tyres purchased need to be able to cope with 120MPH to pass MOT.

Andrew.

The MOT is only concerned with tyre condition, and mixing different types (crossply/radial) and/or sizes on the same axle. Speed, Load etc. are not a reason for failure on a car (class4).

"Note: A Class 3 or 4 vehicle tyre which appears to be of inadequate size, ply or speed rating for the vehicle or its use is not a reason for rejection. However, the vehicle presenter should be informed."

(Quote taken form the MOT testers manual.)

It is also not always necessary to have the original speed rated tyre fitted to a car for the insurance to be valid. As long as you inform the insurance company what you have done i.e. fitted a T rated tyre and they say it is OK there isn't a problem. How many people bother to inform their insurance companies when they fit 195/70/14's in place of the original 185/82/14's??? in theory its still a "modification" and therefore a reason not to pay out if not declared.

Roger

[stag888]

Indeed ,

Just came off the phone with my Insurer - RH Specialist - their position was that the tyre needed to be appropriate to the vehicle , and that they where not insistant on manufacterers spec i.e "H" rated - based exactly on the fact that tyres over the years have changed - crossply / radial being the best example.

Steve

[Staghound]

I've been mis-informed re MOT's then,however if the Stag max is 120 then, speed rating still needs to be taken in to account,surely?

Andrew.

[marshman]

Strictly for legal road use in the UK just about any tyre will do (not "milk float / industrial tyres" though) - the national speed limit was 70MPH last time I looked

If you are a "careful" (or slow) driver who religiously sticks to the speed limits, doesn't do track days etc. then why "waste" money on high spec H rated tyres? If however you do racing starts from junctions and traffic lights, attend track days every week end, take every corner flat out in the rain - then you need tyres to suit. Basically every one is different - we all drive differently, some have deeper pockets than others etc. etc. Fit what ever tyres you want - just make sure you tell the insurance company if they are different from standard fitment - and drive the car appropriately. i.e. if you know your tyres are not fantastic in the wet then slow down when its raining - simples!

Roger

[stag888]

I think as long as you stick to "appropriate" with tyre & how you use it you'll be OK , But ultimately like everything in life you weigh up the risks and make your choice . I've decided to stick to "H" rated as long as they are available , but keep away from lesser known brands , after looking into what's available I think I'll be going for 195-70-14 Uniroyal Rain Expert , it scores well on reviews , and is available for about £65/70 , so although not a cheap option , is not excessive . However if when I get around to replacing them "H"s in this size are no longer available , then I'll be OK with moving to a "T".

Steve

[milothedog]

I think as long as you stick to "appropriate" with tyre & how you use it you'll be OK , But ultimately like everything in life you weigh up the risks and make your choice . I've decided to stick to "H" rated as long as they are available , but keep away from lesser known brands , after looking into what's available I think I'll be going for 195-70-14 Uniroyal Rain Expert , it scores well on reviews , and is available for about £65/70 , so although not a cheap option , is not excessive . However if when I get around to replacing them "H"s in this size are no longer available , then I'll be OK with moving to a "T".

Steve

At the end of the day Steve it's your choice and money.

I think that sticking with the H rated just limits your choice, T rated tyres are good for 118mph and the stag 120mph, how many standard Stag's can do that!!! Show me a Standard car as it left the factory. I bet there are not many


You are also still non standard with the 195's, 205/70's are the closest match to the correct aspect ratio.


Just my way of looking at it hope you find what you want for a good price.

Ian.

[Staghound]

Someone asked the max MPH of the Stag,so I looked it up and reported back on here.

[Jeff]

Strictly for legal road use in the UK just about any tyre will do (not "milk float / industrial tyres" though) - the national speed limit was 70MPH last time I looked

If you are a "careful" (or slow) driver who religiously sticks to the speed limits, doesn't do track days etc. then why "waste" money on high spec H rated tyres? If however you do racing starts from junctions and traffic lights, attend track days every week end, take every corner flat out in the rain - then you need tyres to suit. Basically every one is different - we all drive differently, some have deeper pockets than others etc. etc. Fit what ever tyres you want - just make sure you tell the insurance company if they are different from standard fitment - and drive the car appropriately. i.e. if you know your tyres are not fantastic in the wet then slow down when its raining - simples!

Roger

National speed limit in this country is 60 mph.


70mph only on motorways and certain dual carriageways.

Jeff.

[WealdenManinKent]

About the speed rating I'm pretty sure the T rating didn't exist back in the 70s. There was S rating for cars capable of up to 112 mph and then it jumped to H for cars capable of up to 130. V for over that. The T is for cars capable of up to 118 mph. All have to be read in combination with the load indices. Back then no-one worried too much and even E Type owners favoured the Pirelli Cinturato which was only S rated. Does anyone know what the official maximum speed is for the Stag ?John

Officially 70mph but sales literature quotes 118mph but my MOD has proven this wrong
With limited mileage I used Blackstones and Hankook 195/70/14 - T's
Roger