After the release of the 3rd, 4th, and 5th gen dyno comparison with different wheel sizes and weights Im starting to think about getting rid of the 17s for 16s or light 17s maybe.

How many people have decided to changes wheels and tires after reading the write up?


Would 17s that are lighter than 16s be equal?

I have always known wheel weight and size will affect acceleration but I didnt know it was affecting me that much.

 

I just switched back to my stock 16s and my car really does feel quicker than it did with my 18s. It does definitely make a difference at the track as well. At least between my old Konig Verdicts and my stock 16s.

 

15s baby for rocket car performance and clown car appearance!!!!!

WHOO!!

 

or i'll take my uncle's Pontiac firefly's (hoyl ****) 14' inch wheels. we'll call it maxifinder

 

My stock 17"s are four pounds heavier (with tires) than my aftermarket 18"s.

 

I went from the 16" total weight of 43lbs to some 18s and it does feel slower, whether it is or not, I can't tell. That's aight, the ladies are all about the looks, not the quicks

 

i just sold my heavy *** 18" in favor of a new set of 17" centerline rpm's that weigh 13.5 pounds each ill let you know how they are they are in the mail.

 

im in the process of choosing some lighter 17 after seeing the comparison info. im sticking with 17s because i already dropped the loot for the michelins and im not about disregard them. going from stock 17's that are around 25 lbs and going to a lighter 17, somewhere around 18 lbs or less should knock off anywhere from 150-175 lbs. im not expecting the car to act as if it had a small shot of nitrous but i hope ill be able to tell a difference.

 

 

I will never base my decision on what a girl thinks. 99% dont know jack about cars.