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Old 05-05-2012, 03:46 PM   #13
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Originally Posted by blu_ View Post
Maybe, but until I see the tire weights Im not going to put a bet on it.
Hankook R-S3
225/45-17 25"OD = 25lbs
225/40-18 25.1"OD= 23lbs
2lbs saved by going to a 18" rim

Dunlop Z1*
225/45-17 = 26lbs
225/40-18 = 25lbs
1lb saved

Hoosier A6:
225/45-17 = 21lbs
225/40-18 = 20lbs
1lbs saved

You're going to gain weight when you upgrade from the stock tires to better, grippier tires regardless. But it's possible to keep the overall weight close to stock.
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