Hey Jim Im switching from the heavy 17" rims that I have (205/40) and Im going with the 16" Enkei CDR9's from discounttiredirect with their yokohama racing tires (205/40)... I was just wondering what you thought of that tire size setup (definite sprint 2.25in drop in the near future) I also wanted to know your opinion on the CDR9's I can't find out how much they weigh either.... Thanks....
~Nathan~
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Hmmm, they weigh 18.9LBS, about average for 16's. The stock rims weighed 16-18LBS. I'd consider 16LBS as a goal for lighter rims, but they are hard to find and they are expensive. Go here for a list of wheel weights. http://www.wheelweights.net Unfortunately their are quite a few rims that aren't on that list. BTW, Konig's web site has the weight for each wheel on it.Originally posted by 87AccordsterLx
Hey Jim Im switching from the heavy 17" rims that I have (205/40) and Im going with the 16" Enkei CDR9's from discounttiredirect with their yokohama racing tires (205/40)... I was just wondering what you thought of that tire size setup (definite sprint 2.25in drop in the near future) I also wanted to know your opinion on the CDR9's I can't find out how much they weigh either.... Thanks....
Are you sure you wanna go with 205/40 and not the more correct 205/45 size? Are are you after a certain model of tire that isn't made in the 45 series? I'd go with the 45's over the 40's.
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cool thanks... no it's just that when I put the 205/40-17's on it raised my car a little and messed my syncros a little too... so I figured 45's with 16's would do the same..... am I off on this one?? I wouldnt mind putting 45's on at all....
~Nathan~
"There's always something waiting at the end of the road. If you are not willing to see what it is, you probably shouldn't be out there in the first place."
~StOcK PiCs~
I found the Yokohama A520 TL 205/45-16 at discounttiredirect for $88.... what do you think??? IM just not crazy about the treadwear rating... 180... its pretty bad... the Nitto NT450 are V speed rated with a 300 treadwear for $86... do you think I should go performance or treadwear... or do you have any other tire sugestions???
Last edited by 87AccordsterLx; 08-15-2002 at 11:01 PM.
~Nathan~
"There's always something waiting at the end of the road. If you are not willing to see what it is, you probably shouldn't be out there in the first place."
~StOcK PiCs~
The 205/45-16 is spot on with matching the overall height of the stock rim/tire combo. The A520 is a really good tire, but as you noticed it's tread wear isn't high and people whine about it being loud. The Kumbo 712 is just as good and has a higher tread wear rating and should be priced the same if not cheaper. The other tires I like are way more expensive so stick with the 712'sOriginally posted by 87AccordsterLx
I found the Yokohama A520 TL 205/45-16 at discounttiredirect for $88.... what do you think??? IM just not crazy about the treadwear rating... 180... its pretty bad... the Nitto NT450 are V speed rated with a 300 treadwear for $86... do you think I should go performance or treadwear... or do you have any other tire sugestions???
I like: Fulda azenzas sport, brigestone RE730 & S-003 pole position, BgGoodrich KDW Comp T/A, Toyo T1-S, Kumho 712
H&R springs revalved Bilstein front struts, koni struts in the rear 195/55-15 Dunlop W-10's Dc Sports header custom cat-back with Dynomax super turbo w/3" Brembo slotted & dimpled rotor's EBC pads
Well, that's what I used to have, wrecked, 7/3/02.
Now I d
awesome.... thanks Jim.... I think I'll go with the 712's they seem like the perfect median.... I'll let you know what i think when they come in....
~Nathan~
"There's always something waiting at the end of the road. If you are not willing to see what it is, you probably shouldn't be out there in the first place."
~StOcK PiCs~
No problem, but you HAVE to post pics when you get them on.Originally posted by 87AccordsterLx
awesome.... thanks Jim.... I think I'll go with the 712's they seem like the perfect median.... I'll let you know what i think when they come in....
H&R springs revalved Bilstein front struts, koni struts in the rear 195/55-15 Dunlop W-10's Dc Sports header custom cat-back with Dynomax super turbo w/3" Brembo slotted & dimpled rotor's EBC pads
Well, that's what I used to have, wrecked, 7/3/02.
Now I d
I have my camera ready.... it's a deal !!!!!
~Nathan~
"There's always something waiting at the end of the road. If you are not willing to see what it is, you probably shouldn't be out there in the first place."
~StOcK PiCs~
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