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Old 07-25-2008, 09:23 AM
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I'm in love with the new AME TM-02 wheels. Only problem is that I am getting rear over fenders installed and the offsets offered in 17's are max 8.5 + 45. I want a more aggressive rear fitment to fill up the widened wheel well. I really want 17"s in the front to give the car a slighlty softer ride in the front as I have 18"s right now. How will the dynamics change by going to a 17F and 18R? Will I regret it?
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Wow- no one with NSX fitments? Or is that 16F 17R?
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You will loose some turn in response with the 17" wheel and tire over the front 18".
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Thanks Jim, how will this effect the balance of the car? Is this a bad idea handling wise? I just want a little more give for a better ride and better braking over rough pavement.
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At the limits the 17" will give a little more in the sidewall so the car will understeer a little more easily. The ride will be better.
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