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RichiRich

01-08-2009 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by motordavid

richirich,
Titz looking wheels and tires! :thumbup:
Especially like the look on your Ti Ag...
Wish I could justify a set for ours.
BR,mD

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e3...1/X5-Rich4.jpg

MD - Thank you for the comp!

LOL! I had to justify mine to the MRS. LOL!

Rich:thumbup:

X5-limo

01-08-2009 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by weasel56

What I can say about 17" - 20" rims is that the smaller rims will ride more comphy and feel smoother through the bumps by giving you a taller tire to absorb the bumps, but will be less stable than the bigger, wider wheels like the 20"s in the turns. The 20's will handle like a son-bitch in the turns by having a wider tire on the ground with lots less sidewall to flex/roll in the turns.

If you drive moderately and prefer comfort then the smaller wheels, if you enjoy "spirited" driving and would rather being able to throw it around like a sports sedan, then the 20's.

Thanx again for another down-to-Earth explanation that everyone can understand! :thumbup:

TaMbALoLoNg

01-08-2009 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by gatchalian

i have the 9.5 front and 10.5 rear and just switched to 295 40 20. currently have 4k miles with no problems...(hoping to stay that way) ride is much better.

I will have 295's on 9.5 on all corners. This will sooth my driving style and look I want. I'm stoked,

TwinsPoppa

01-09-2009 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by motordavid

richirich,
Titz looking wheels and tires! :thumbup:
Especially like the look on your Ti Ag...
Wish I could justify a set for ours.
BR,mD

Hahaha ... you know what they say (and it's usually what I do) ... it's easier to beg for forgiveness than to ask for permission! :D

Shhh ... don't tell my wife! ;)

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