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Old Dec 7, 2000 | 04:28 AM
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OK guys i just ordered a set of 18's for my max and they weigh 26LBs each without the tire is this too heavy or reasonable for 18inch wheels,and the tire i plan on using are yokohama parada's, what do you guys think.
Old Dec 7, 2000 | 11:45 AM
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compaird to the ones im gonna get those are double the weight of em

18" toxxins are only 17.75 pounds but for a 18"er that sound about right but it doesn't really matter cuz you already ordered em
Old Dec 7, 2000 | 12:03 PM
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26lbs is on the heavier side for wheels. Keep in mind that it is harder for your motor to turn a wheel that is larger in diameter even if the weight is the same for the smaller wheel (ie inertial weight). With 18s, a super short sidewall, and more resistance to roll, your car will be atleast .3-.4 slower in 1/4mile. Also, your car will actually handle worse because of the ultra low profile tires and increase in unsprung weight. It will "feel" better, but at the limit the car will do worse.

Dave
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