staggered rim sizes?
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staggered rim sizes?
I am sure this is an easy question. I am looking at new rims, but the ones i am looking at only come in 18s. If i dont put 17 and 18s on is it going to cause any issues?
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having the same size rims will not be an issue. However having the same size tires would be an issue. The car needs to have the REAR tires taller than the front, i've heard that it likes at least .5" but i'm not exact on the number, i just know that you much ahve a taller rear tire than the front otherwise your active handeling will start giving you issues.
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Originally Posted by stangkiller18
having the same size rims will not be an issue. However having the same size tires would be an issue. The car needs to have the REAR tires taller than the front, i've heard that it likes at least .5" but i'm not exact on the number, i just know that you much ahve a taller rear tire than the front otherwise your active handeling will start giving you issues.
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Originally Posted by stangkiller18
having the same size rims will not be an issue. However having the same size tires would be an issue. The car needs to have the REAR tires taller than the front, i've heard that it likes at least .5" but i'm not exact on the number, i just know that you much ahve a taller rear tire than the front otherwise your active handeling will start giving you issues.
Many forum members have gone to 18's all the way around, they just use different size tires front and rear.
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Originally Posted by jmartora
I am sure this is an easy question. I am looking at new rims, but the ones i am looking at only come in 18s. If i dont put 17 and 18s on is it going to cause any issues?
Thanks.
Thanks.
Bob
