Low Profile vs Standard Tires - Durability?

"Dave Gower" > wrote in message
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> "Nomen Nescio" > wrote
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> > Now we are in the age of -45 and lower profiles yet. What is the
> > experience with these low, but wide tires.
>
> I know that among Focus owners there are complaints about the 50-series
> tires on some sportier models. They handle well but tend to break in
> potholes. Apparently it is quite common for Ford dealers in places like
New
> York City to recommend that owners replace them with the regular 60 series
> tires on smaller rims (15 inch vs. 16).
>
> Personally I think that all cars intended for regular real-world use
should
> be available with 70 series tires.

I agree totally. The lower profile make the things look like the Mexicans
across
the border just got done with the customization job. All that's missing is
the
dingle balls.

Ted