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04-01-2014, 10:50 PM | #30 |
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Corrected my post. Thank you!
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You really can't go wrong with any RPF1, though. They look incredible and weigh nothing. |
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I run 18's and I also autocross on them. I got them because they look fucking sexy.
Anyone who claims they can notice a performance difference is living in a fantasy world, I still run the stock wheels in the winter and there is literally no difference. Work Kiwami CR, 18x8.5 +38 front 18x9.5 +38 rear with 225/40/18 & 245/35/18 Pilot Super Sports.
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Keep in mind, though, I'm not a tire scientist and really have no idea of what I'm talking about haha. |
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04-03-2014, 01:50 AM | #35 |
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Not a perfect test but it offers some insight.
http://www.caranddriver.com/features...d-tires-tested |
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04-03-2014, 07:14 AM | #36 | |
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Not saying you don't know what you're talking about but it's a bit like 6/half-dozen
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That's what I'm running, 18x8 Raijins on street, stock on track.
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Traction and cornering speeds may not be much different between the two if on similar level of tire compound and a smooth surface, but the ride quality of the car will be noticeably worse on the 45-46lb/corner set than the 36-37lb/corner set, especially the less smooth the surface is. The result in a much harsher and unsettled ride. Switch to the set that weighs ~10lbs less a corner and the ride will very noticeably smooth out and the chassis will seem to glide much easier over the surface in comparison, feeling more planted. At the same time the chassis is more responsive and playful with less mass to upset it. I can feel a noticeable difference between stock and my nearly 5lb less a corner setup. I can also feel the slight difference between my street set and track set, street set is ~ 2lb heavier a corner.
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17's= Performance
18's= Everything else minus a little performance /thread |
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