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[stevie77]

Hi, I have a set of Nankang tyres sized 165/60R12 that I was going to put on a set of alloy wheels i have.
Unfortunately i now have to sell these alloys, but was wondering if they will fit on my standard steel rims of my 1993 Mini Rio instead?
Or will they be too wide?
The standard size tyre for these steel rims is 145/70R12. It’s a 12 inch wheel.
Any advice most appreciated.

[lippo]

Shouldn't be an issue at all. There's not much difference between 165 and 145. Your speedo may read differently due to the slight change in circumference, but I don't think I know many Minis that have that accurate a speedo in the first place.

[imack]

Depends on the width of the steel rim.
From experience, a mini wobbles like a jelly with a 165/70/10 fitted to a standard 3.5x10 steel rim.

[weef]

Ideally for a 165 section tyre the minimum wheel width is 5".

Your steel rims may be stamped showing their diameter and width, so ideally you want to see 12 x 5J stamped on the wheel.

[stevie77]

Thanks all for your replies. I will have a look at the wheel width tomorrow, and check the size and go from there.
Many thanks 👍