Bigger wheels... brake issues? - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

Archosman · 04-22-2007, 08:44 PM

I'm going to an 18 inch wheel. Was curious how this will effect braking. Any of you that went to a larger wheel have any significant issues?

touringcamry · 04-22-2007, 08:59 PM

It can increase rotational inertia reducing braking and accelerating abilities.

kriskraut · 04-22-2007, 09:00 PM

18's won't make a "significant" difference for the average driver.

touringcamry · 04-22-2007, 09:10 PM

Depends on the rims. Some 18s weigh 30lbs

w203 · 04-22-2007, 11:34 PM

Adding unsprung weight is similar to adding sprung weight (to a different extent but similar concept). The heavier the weight of the wheel is similar to adding more weight/passengers. Will it be night and day? No. It effects more then accelerating and braking but also gas efficiency, I hear thats the new thing people want get more for the Camrys.

thapranksta · 04-23-2007, 05:05 AM

What would you say the average weight of an 18'' Toyota (or Lexus) wheel is? 15''?

jorallo · 04-23-2007, 05:27 AM

lol my rimz are heavvvyyyy omg 18z i don't have abs for some reason some 04s didn't have abs it was an option neways my stock tires i could spin these 18s buahahhahaah even after the mods i had to wait till the tires were atleast broken in before i could spin them and yes it takes forever to stop.. i even blead the breaks put mobile 1 synthetic break fluid.. and ceramic break pads.. im bout to buy some slotted ones.. tire size 235.40.18