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Old 11-21-2018, 01:05 AM   #11
EndlessAzure
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Originally Posted by stlgrym3 View Post
when i had my 17x9 +35, i was using Apexi EXS N1 coilovers, did not use any camber tools. as far as i remember front was always in range compare to stock specs. you're right, maybe some negative camber would've gotten rid of the pokiness, but oh well, i just think unless you FI this car, otherwise there's no reason to have big and fatty tires given how weak the engine is. it's supposed to be a nimble sports car. oh crap, did i just opened up a can of worms? LOL
Haha I agree. It's a fun and nimble car to whip around.


I run 9 inch wheel at the track with an appropriate tire. I don't mind being able pulling some extra G's over tires I can put on a 7 or 8 inch wheel, and there are still plenty of chances to lose traction (from experience). Although there is opportunity to form bad habits, it's also a little more forgiving to learn with a larger tire (increased grip, greater time with grip before overheating the tire)

I think most people who run a 9 inch wheel for performance application just want to take advantage of as much grip you can get on the car without giving up too much nibleness/agility like you said.
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