starstreak

I'm sure someone asked this before but I couldn't find it. I have the 16in rims that came with my GLE. And this car hates turns. What can I do to upgrade the tires? Can I go wider and if so, how much more wider? I wouldn't mind going to the 17in rims (when I have the cash) but how big of a tire can I put?

Also, I think for how I drive my max, it has enough power. Whats the one biggest thing I can do to make my car turn better?
thanks guys/gals

UMD_MaxSE

iTrader: (1)

For 17" tires, go for 235/45/17 . Anything wider than 235 may not work. As for handling improvements....a FSTB or RSB would make a big difference.....check the faq for more info...

wht2kmax

What can I do to upgrade the tires? Can I go wider and if so, how much more wider?

If you are sticking with the stock rims, the maximum size I would go is 225/50/16. Sumitomo HTRZ2's are a good buy, should run you like 110 a pc. If you want to spend a little more, I would recommend the Pirelli 7000 SS.

I wouldn't mind going to the 17in rims (when I have the cash) but how big of a tire can I put?
It depend on the size of your rims, if you go 17X7.5 I would recommend 235/45/17. If you are going with the 8" width, you can probably get away with the 245's without rubbing.

Also, I think for how I drive my max, it has enough power. Whats the one biggest thing I can do to make my car turn better?
Get yourself a RSB. Its the one suspension component that you can really feel with a minimum investment. Stillen or Addco carry one for our car.

Hope this would help.

F/S Philip H4 HID kit.

Jason
00 Maxima SE A/T with 2% secret sauce

starstreak

Thanks for the idea. I'm not into alot of car lingo. I could never see how adding a FSB would help. Doesn't seem like it would allow me to turn better.
Is t something like a anti-roll bar? but goes on top if you know what I mean?

wht2kmax

FSB= front stabilizer bar(AKA anti roll bar)
RSB= Rear stabilizer bar(AKA rear anti sway bar)

They both go underneath the car.

The one that goes under the hood is called FSTB
Front strut tower bracing. That tighten up your frontend, thrus reduces body flex.

But you ask for ONE thing, and I can tell you RSB is the ONE thing you can really feel.

Jason
00 Maxima SE A/T with 2% secret sauce

starstreak

where can I get a good deal on one?

sprung

talk to "Got Rice" on this forum. he will take care of you.

starstreak

thanks!
Oh and just so I know I understand you correctly, you think I sould get a larger RSB over slightly wider tires for better handling?

wht2kmax

Yes they will provide considerable improvement over stock units.

Jason
00 Maxima SE A/T with 2% secret sauce