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12-31-2018, 05:10 PM | #15 | |
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I'm interested in the 18x9 or 18x9.5 given the relatively similar weight compared to the "average" lightweight 17" wheel. Is it their preferred diameter for this platform? |
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16 - almost smallest that will clear stock brakes, lightest possible. 18s - big enough to clear most BBKs. 17 was probably chosen as a good in-between for DD and Performance which was really what the car in stock form is marketed for? |
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16" is what Gazoo Racing 86/BRZ drivers use and what the gravel/rally 86s are using. After seeing these at Fuji Speedway, we're convinced they are leaving a ton of time on the table, but to be fair, the sponsored tires of the series are focused on those specific sizes only. Quote:
18" T66-F Wheels https://www.counterspacegarage.com/t...ed-t66f-18inch 17" T66-F Wheels https://www.counterspacegarage.com/t...ed-t66f-17inch 16" T66-F Wheels https://www.counterspacegarage.com/t...ed-t66f-16inch 15" T66-F Wheels https://www.counterspacegarage.com/t...ed-t66f-15inch The major difference with the 17x9 +40 setup compared to our 17x9 +37 is fairly drastic. We worked with their engineering team to ensure appropriate BBK fitment and strength properties. With less than 1lb additional weight, we were able to get a 35% increased load rating. As a result, some of our sales actually came from those switching over from the other 9" width T66-F wheel to our spec. The difference in how the tires are utilized is a little difference and the weight difference was effectively negligible due to the added consistency in grip application. |
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I always thought moving to an 18" wheel was had a negative effect on handling so I'm just trying to clarify the differences. |
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In that case I'll send you guys a note sometime soon with some questions & goals!
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Ok, heres a big question. Will the 4lb/corner weightloss on 18x8s balance out the poorer ride quality of less rubber? Because im guessing if I get lighter 18s and thinner rubber, chances are, ride quality will be the same as 17s, and the main benefit wont be in ride qual but just in the accel/decel/breaking aspect? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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You're going the wrong direction if one of your primary concerns is improving ride quality. You can't get around the mechanics of thinner sidewall when it comes to tolerating stuff like potholes and just generally crap roads.
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on 18s the rubber is also most likely going to be stiffer as well as thinner. 17's are really the sweet spot for this car as far as weight, tire thickness, looks ect. I wouldn't go 18's unless I was FI with a BBK. Ive considered 16 tws but it also a high offset wheel so its going to look very tucked, performance only would be very good though on a light NA car |
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for offroading or rallying. The reality is, berms are big and dirt drops are intense on our courses so we value strength and resilience over weight. The total weight, however, was still lower than your standard "lightweight" wheel though. |
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