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Re: tire/wheel
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2014 2:06 pm
by Altair
William, I searched long & wide for a 16 x 9 but they are basically unavailable, except from the two places for which Chris has a link, but they would be custom made. $$$
It's incredible that no manufacturer offer this size.
I think I'm gonna settle for the Rota Slipstream in 16 x 8. For now.
Re: tire/wheel
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2014 3:32 pm
by rpmchris
The Slipstream is OK, but I guarantee you'll be much happier long-term with the 16x8" 38ET Enkei RPF1. Lighter, higher quality, only a little more $$. Trust me.
Re: tire/wheel
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2014 3:42 pm
by Brian
My suggestion is 17 inch for NC if performance is the goal....responsiveness is MUCH better even with just 17x8.
Re: tire/wheel
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2014 4:13 pm
by rpmchris
Agreed.
Re: tire/wheel
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2014 6:27 pm
by Altair
My reasoning for going with the 16"s was based on the fact that I live in the land of potholes and perpetual road repairs, in eastern Canada.
I didn't think there would be that MUCH difference in handling & responsiveness from the 17 inchers.
But now both of you are making me rethink the whole thing (again)
What I need is a set of lightweight Traklite Burn in 16 x 9 dammit
Cheers