whats the widest 15 inch tire that can be mounted on an 73 xj6

 

That would depend on your rim width, I had 225's on my standard rims when I got mine. But they did rub when cornering enthusiastically.
If yours is a Series 2 it might be wider under the guards.

 

More than a few variables. Nominal dimensions among tire brands vary just a bit, in the same size. Car's "clearances" also vary just a tad.


My somewhat similar SIII is now shod with B.F. Goodrich 215. 70 15 on XJS "lattice" wheels. The latter about an inch wider than the Kents my car formerly wore. The Kents also wore 215 x 15 x 70's.


I enjoyed each. A bit more on the Lattice version source from a KIWI, down the road a piece.


I was "honest" with myself and chose "T" rated touring tires over far more expensive "performance" tires. I am not likely to exceed 125 MPH for extended periods!!!


So far, I am pleased. No tin interference. Nice ride, quiet, corner well, and look great !!!


Carl

 

I have 235/60/15 in my Series 3 and they rub NOT. ?????

 

On the same wheels, Jaguar fitted 205/70 VR 15s on the XJ6s, and 215/70 VR 15s on the V12s. Of course these are difficult to find now, 30 years down the line, so alternative wheel sizes have been fitted, (like 16" of an XJ40) and wider tyres as well. Check the diameter of the proposed tyre against the original to make sure its not too different to ensure the speedo reads about the same.

 

geez Fraser, who cares about the speedo? haha!

you should be looking at the road not the speedo! Speed is what matters, not the speedo!

ever fast corner a Series 3 with 235/60/15 Dunlops on XJ40 Teardrops?? Think of Tom and Jerry and Jerry gets stuck with glue in both paws, sticky glue.

 

To Clarke o1xjr:

is that your car? Looks better than showroom condition!

 

Yes, that is my car. Thank you.
The day after I put the IRS back in. Same rego plate as the sig pic.
It has had paint done since then. (Painted 04/2015)

 

My '73 XJ6 with original wheels has BF Goodrich T/A 235/60/R15's and is lowered an inch in the front. I have no issues of rubbing even on a hard corner.