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A dumb question: Smaller offset wheels vs lowering
A dumb question: Smaller offset wheels vs lowering
If you lower, the CG is further south and the car will corner better. IF (big IF) you could get a reliable offset 13" wheel/tire combo wouldn't you zx2 be lower and wider? Wouldn't that make for better cornering? Anyone know about anyone who successfully used offset wheels? BoyntonStu |
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Changing the offset also changes the loadpoint on your wheel bearings.
If you move your tires outward by using wheels with more outward offset, yes, handling will improve, but be aware that if you go overboard be prepared to be buying bearings at a faster than usual rate. Good luck. |
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Thanks,
What do you consider going overboard. (Actually going outboard). Stu (PA-ter) wrote in message . com>... > Changing the offset also changes the loadpoint on your wheel bearings. > If you move your tires outward by using wheels with more outward > offset, yes, handling will improve, but be aware that if you go > overboard be prepared to be buying bearings at a faster than usual > rate. Good luck. |
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I'm thinkin' that if you go with an inch or an inch & a half more
offset to the outside, minimal problems will occur & slight handling improvements will be noticed. The negative effects of overkill will be from using those REALLY offset wheels (like with the tires sticking out from the fenders) that do nothing but, in some minds, enhance appearance. Good luck |
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