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Old 11-22-2011, 04:32 AM
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Default Looking for CCW wheels

Hey guys, I am looking for a set of 18" CCW wheels for my 2011 Z06 carbon. I prefer C10, C14 or C140 in black. Let me know if you have a set for sale. I see many of you use some really large rims/tire combo for CCW wheels such as 18X10.5 front and 18X13 rear. Why such a large tire profile (295/30/18 front and 345/35/18 rear)? More tire contact patch is good only to a certain point then it's basically a giant eraser and hurts performance on the track.

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Originally Posted by mikymu
I see many of you use some really large rims/tire combo for CCW wheels such as 18X10.5 front and 18X13 rear. Why such a large tire profile (295/30/18 front and 345/35/18 rear)? More tire contact patch is good only to a certain point then it's basically a giant eraser and hurts performance on the track.

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Here's a link to a thread where we discussed that subject recently: Tire contact patch thread!

Nice cars, BTW!

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Here's a link to a thread where we discussed that subject recently: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/autocrossing-and-roadracing/2946851-tire-width-increase-vs-lap-times-general-opinions.html[/url]

Nice cars, BTW!

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Originally Posted by Falcon
Here's a link to a thread where we discussed that subject recently: Tire contact patch thread!

Nice cars, BTW!
Thanks Falcon. Will read the thread in detail at luch break. Back to the mine ....
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I have a set of CCW classics in the track attack size you are referencing with 16 tires (1/2 RA1 and 1/2 R888) for sale, some used some new. email me directly, do not PM.

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I wonder if 18" CCW will clear those brakes on the "Carbon"
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I have a set of CCW classics in the track attack size you are referencing with 16 tires (1/2 RA1 and 1/2 R888) for sale, some used some new. email me directly, do not PM.

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16"? That will not fit the gigantor ceremic disc
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I wonder if 18" CCW will clear those brakes on the "Carbon"
I was told by CCW the C10, C14 and C140 18" will clear the ceremic brakes
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That would be great news...BTW, i also followed all your posts on the M3Forum...looks like you are having too much fun with your cars.
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Originally Posted by Wasserott
That would be great news...BTW, i also followed all your posts on the M3Forum...looks like you are having too much fun with your cars.
OMG Wasserott. M3forum is one psycho forum. Too many kids getting into mindless fights. Will post some DIY post here soon once I get the mods going on my Z06

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