19" wheels ?
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19" wheels ?
Didn't get any response when I asked this last Friday, so I'll try again. Anyone using 19" wheels on their TT, any pros or cons? I have some i got last week from Tirerack, waiting on some tires from my local Discount tires, hope I'm not making a mistake.
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I have em now...
and the ride is NOT that much worse compared to the stock 17's with a 1.5" drop. The ride is a bit more harsh compared to the 17's, but I feel that you loose the ride comfort when you lower the car. I used to run 18's and the difference between 18 and 19 is nearly nothing IMO.
Rembmer the TT is a bit harsh to begin with, so like Larry said..if you want comfort...this is not the way to go...stick to stock ride height and the 17's.
Oh, i live drive in the midwest as well...which is known to have crappy roads...no problems yet...just be careful.
Rembmer the TT is a bit harsh to begin with, so like Larry said..if you want comfort...this is not the way to go...stick to stock ride height and the 17's.
Oh, i live drive in the midwest as well...which is known to have crappy roads...no problems yet...just be careful.
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I have 19" BBS LM's.
I love the wheels. They make a huge difference in appearance, and ride. Obviously the ride is harder on 35 series Pirellis, but the cornering, with a combo of H&R coilovers in second to none. Also, the 19" LM's are actually lighter than the stock 17" polished 5 spokes, which is incredible. I didn't notice a difference/loss in power thru the gears either because of this. On the topic of road damage, I guess it all depends on where you live, and how you drive. I've had my TT in NYC a couple of times, and I just drive careful, and avoid the monster potholes. No complaints so far, besides the attention that my car gets. Alot of times I have people around my car when it's parked, and sometimes I make the alarm go off when I get close, so I don't have to answer silly questions. Anyways, what wheels did you get?
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Re: I have 19" BBS LM's.
They are something Tirerack just started selling Sport Edition Tekno. Basic 5 spoke with some bolts at the ends of the spokes to simulate 2-piece. I was assuming I would add some weight but plan to weigh the 19" wheel/tire combos versus the stockers when I change them.
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