which size tires for 16" rims?

[SmellyTofu]

The proper size is 195/50R16. This meets the weight rating and also maintains rolling diameter.

[tekmoe]

Originally Posted by SmellyTofu

The proper size is 195/50R16. This meets the weight rating and also maintains rolling diameter.

the majority of people are going with 205/45 and 205/50 with 16" rims. i've even seen a couple of people go with 205/40 but that's too low of a profile IMO. i'll probably end up going with 205/45. with the trd suspension kit, the 45's will look good. if the car was still on the stock suspension i'd go with the 205/50.

[GabL]

Originally Posted by tekmoe

the majority of people are going with 205/45 and 205/50 with 16" rims. i've even seen a couple of people go with 205/40 but that's too low of a profile IMO. i'll probably end up going with 205/45. with the trd suspension kit, the 45's will look good. if the car was still on the stock suspension i'd go with the 205/50.

Just FYI, you don't go with the tire size that "looks good" with your suspension setup, you go with the tire size that match with the original diameter. i.e. for 16" wheel, the best fit is 195/50 R16. With 205/45 or 205/50, you're either getting a smaller wheel or a bigger wheel than stock, which means your speedometer will be off.

Try this website to find the correct tire size for your wheel: http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html