carworks Posted March 27, 2006 Share Posted March 27, 2006 If so what off set and rim J, did you go with, what size tyres and did you have to do any mod's to get them on. I know it will probably handle like a pig but if I can keep it low it should look great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamnreeves Posted March 27, 2006 Share Posted March 27, 2006 If so what off set and rim J, did you go with, what size tyres and did you have to do any mod's to get them on. I know it will probably handle like a pig but if I can keep it low it should look great. Don't do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete g Posted March 27, 2006 Share Posted March 27, 2006 i used to have 16 " x7.5 j 215/40/16 wheels 15et http://www.wscc.co.uk/area/essex/Member_Peter.html car spec changed abit now lol. dont believe everything people tell you . 16" wheels was fine ,only changed down to get size tyres i wanted. for sale if you interested Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamnreeves Posted March 28, 2006 Share Posted March 28, 2006 i used to have 16 " x7.5 j 215/40/16 wheels 15et http://www.wscc.co.uk/area/essex/Member_Peter.html car spec changed abit now lol. dont believe everything people tell you . 16" wheels was fine ,only changed down to get size tyres i wanted. for sale if you interested if you want to maintain the same rolling circumference then the profile of the tyre must be smaller than say 13 or 15" and that will affect ride quality not to mention that the tyres would be more expensive. If you keep the same profile and they fit then you are effectively changing the final drive ratio which will increase top end but reduce acceleration. Granted it is up to the individual what they want to install just pointing out that changing the wheel and tyre combination has effects on handling, performance and running costs and that this effects should be considered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete g Posted March 28, 2006 Share Posted March 28, 2006 adam sorry not having a pop at you your right about profiles my rolling diameter with 16" wheels was the same as my old 14" wheels wheels were heavier but that was just the type i was using, but tyres weighed half what im running now. R888 205/50/15 grip was great with bigger wheels but steering will be a lot heavier and you will get tramling on bad roads. still for sale 2 with brand new toyo t1s tyres Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pit Bull Posted March 30, 2006 Share Posted March 30, 2006 adam sorry not having a pop at you your right about profiles my rolling diameter with 16" wheels was the same as my old 14" wheels wheels were heavier but that was just the type i was using, but tyres weighed half what im running now. R888 205/50/15 grip was great with bigger wheels but steering will be a lot heavier and you will get tramling on bad roads. still for sale 2 with brand new toyo t1s tyres Pete how much are you asking for the wheels? What are the specs (PCD and offset) also what condition are they and finally where are you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Barry Ashcroft Posted March 31, 2006 Share Posted March 31, 2006 I have 16's on mine they are 7 1/2 x 16 ,ET30 offset with 205/45/16 front 225/45/16 rear drives and handles great. BUT unsprung weight is not an issue for me but might be for less powerful cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark19800_0 Posted April 6, 2006 Share Posted April 6, 2006 adam sorry not having a pop at you your right about profiles my rolling diameter with 16" wheels was the same as my old 14" wheels wheels were heavier but that was just the type i was using, but tyres weighed half what im running now. R888 205/50/15 grip was great with bigger wheels but steering will be a lot heavier and you will get tramling on bad roads. still for sale 2 with brand new toyo t1s tyres Pete how much are you asking for the wheels? What are the specs (PCD and offset) also what condition are they and finally where are you? Pit Bull I bought a set of 14's of Pete that he said were in o.k condition, when I arrived they were not far off perfect :-) 5 X 14" Wheels & Tyres £80 Bargain Top guy to deal with and I was V tempted to buy the 16's off him, Bargain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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