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JP · 01-31-04, 06:21 AM

The tire selection does not give reason to the necessity of 17 inch wheels.

16 inch wheels have 255/50's and 225/50's - a very good balance.

More rubber is really only necessary for track work. But then of course you can use slicks.

Many people believe that huge wheels look great on a 40. Well I totally disagree. You also end up ruining any original or authentic feel that you might realise from a fatter tyre.

The lower the profile of the tyre the less forgiving too.

Granted the wheels look great, but not for me.

Regards,

J.P

01-31-04, 06:21 AM	#22 (permalink)
JP James 6 Tenths Join Date: Jul 2002 GT40: Brighton, U.K Posts: 681 Rep Power: 13	Re: PS Engineering 17\" BRM Wheels The tire selection does not give reason to the necessity of 17 inch wheels. 16 inch wheels have 255/50's and 225/50's - a very good balance. More rubber is really only necessary for track work. But then of course you can use slicks. Many people believe that huge wheels look great on a 40. Well I totally disagree. You also end up ruining any original or authentic feel that you might realise from a fatter tyre. The lower the profile of the tyre the less forgiving too. Granted the wheels look great, but not for me. Regards, J.P