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    #11
    that's why i opted to get 225/45/17 tires on my 17s instead of the regular 215/45 (slightly thicker sidewalls for 225, sasayad naman sa fender kung 215/50 ). wider tires are more welcomed for me.

    also, some people upgrade to larger diameter wheels to accomodate bigger brakes
    Last edited by ssaloon; July 6th, 2005 at 02:56 PM.

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    #12
    I agree. When choosing a larger wheels, put the weight into consideration.

    A good rule of thumb, IMHO, is what I call pound-per-inch

    i.e.
    a 17 inch wheels should only weight 17lbs when measured by itself

    Pero 17" and 23lbs lang ang kaya kong bilhin, hahaha.

  3. #13
    sa mga lightweight rims, ano ba material gamit?

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    #14
    don't forget the load ratings too....

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    #15
    Quote Originally Posted by ILuvDetailing
    sa mga lightweight rims, ano ba material gamit?
    I think the question we should ask is what processed was used. Materials are still alloy, however the manufacturing techniques such as the so called FORGED is the strongest. Another process called is pressure cast. Widely available and affordable wheels are manufactured simply by "casting."

    Wheel Manufacturing Techniques

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    Karding: Thanks for the info

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    #17
    a more detailed tire calculator....

    http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCal...?action=submit

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