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      01-08-2008, 10:25 AM   #6
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I always thought "staggered" meant larger diameter wheels in the rear (i.e. 18" Front / 19" rear), not varying width (i.e. 8" and 8.5")

Typically, different wheel diameter on an AWD car (front to back) is a big no-no for your differentials, because they will be constantly acting to correct the different load, grip, etc. Some car manufacturers of AWD cars even suggest not putting rubber of substantially different tread wear on different corners, as the grip will be different enough to effect differentials.
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