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5th Gen. OEM wheels on 4th Gen?

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Old Mar 6, 2002 | 05:23 PM
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5th Gen. OEM wheels on 4th Gen?

I know that they fit. But currently I have the steel wheels, which I've read are relativly light. How will my car handle with the 5th Gen OEM 17's that I'm thinking of getting? I am going for looks and handling...not so much speed. Is the extra weight going to hurt anything too much?--Thanks
Old Mar 6, 2002 | 05:28 PM
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They will definitely improve handling (not just wheels but I'm sure the tires are nicer too) BUT the extra weight will slow down acceleration a little bit.
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Old Mar 6, 2002 | 05:34 PM
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I can live with that.
Old Mar 8, 2002 | 05:38 AM
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My car wasn't slower with the 17s.
Old Mar 8, 2002 | 05:39 AM
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Originally posted by medicsonic
My car wasn't slower with the 17s.
It was slow to start with...

...fat GLE...


... some things never change...
Old Mar 8, 2002 | 03:01 PM
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really. i kinda gave up on getting the oem 17's cuz of their weight. i know nightrider said he either got used to it or it really didnt make a difference. but 25 pounds does seem kinda heavy, ill still do it though
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