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Originally Posted by wonchae
do you have any problems with the tires rubbing the wells? i'm thinking about upgrading to larger wheels but want to make sure the performance will still be there if i do. any regrets going to larger wheels? how is the ride over bumps and stuff? i feel like i have too much space between the tires and the wells. suggestions?
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Wonchase,
No rubbing at all...even when I have 4 adults (not just skinny+shorty asian guys like me
) My tire size is 245-35-20. I don't recommend you get any bigger tire. Right now, it fits just as tight as you can on the front. I turned the steering to checked how tight it is.
No, regret on larger wheels at all. Ride quality over the bumps is no problem. It hurts a lot when you hit a pothole do in 40+ mph. I thought I did bend my rims a couple of times but luckily I did not!!! My ride is actually quieter than my stock rims+tires because the Pirelli is just great in quietness and gripped the road.
The downside? I know that my brake has to work harder with these bigger rims and tires.
I sold my 01 Camry at 102,000 miles with the original brakes. I don't drive a like maniac.
But with these rims and tires I will probably have to replace the brake at 70,000 miles.
In theory, because the rims+tires are heavier the should be slower taking off but I couldn't tell the different. Maybe because I only have an I4...it already slows for God sake.
Hope this helps.
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