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| 03-29-2011, 12:10 AM | #1 |
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Should I upgrade to 18" staggered wheels?
I am looking to buy a staggered 18" wheel & tire set for my 2006 E90 (stock 17") and I like the Miro 111 wheel and the Hankook Ventus V12
 but I am concerned about handling and suspension performance. I plan to get the 225/40 R18 (front) & 255/35 R18 (back). I love the 19"s look but don't care for the chopy ride. Does any body have any suggestions/comments on my wheel/tire size & upgrade choice?Thanks! |
| 03-29-2011, 12:18 AM | #2 |
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I'm guessing you are looking at 18x8 and 18x8.5 judging by your tire sizes. You will love the look. Staggered setups increase understeer, but so does having a shitty tire. If you're coming from a junk tire to a summer, it's a good compromise.
I just mounted 225/40/18 V12's on my friend's car, upsizing from 205/50/16's, and the difference is incredible. Absolutely every single aspect of the car is better - looks, handling, comfort, noise, etc. Well, I guess treadwear went down, but who cares? |
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| 03-29-2011, 11:01 AM | #4 |
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You know OP, 19's really aren't that bad if you are on good tires lol.
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| 03-29-2011, 12:21 PM | #6 |
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Sorry correct me if I'm wrong aren't mirro wheels really heavy??
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| 03-29-2011, 01:52 PM | #7 |
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Thanks guys for the info.
I think that i will go with the 18"s. Hooy, I believe that the wheels sizes are 18x8.5 front & 18x 19.5 back. originally, I was looking at getting Continental Extreme Contact DW but seem to be back ordered at a national level. As far as the wheel weight, i was told that the Miro are lighter than OEM and since I don't plan on racing and there are some pot holes in the neighborhood. Next up would be a trunk spoiler. Any suggestions?? I will be looking for something sporty but classy. No whale tails please LOL !! |
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| 03-29-2011, 02:10 PM | #8 |
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I have Miro 111 19x8.5 & 19x9.5 matte black they look sick and with nexen 3000 tires, I was gonna go with 18's like you but 19's looked sick so just decided to go with them and I'm glad I did, ride quality isn't that much of a difference, I would Def. go with 19's staggered.
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From the research I've done they are actually very light.
19x9.5 24.5lb 19x8.5 23.5lb It actually seems too good to be true. I got this from a post with someone displaying a picture while they were on a scale, so there is risk it was rigged or just incorrect. Quote:
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