4th Gen wheel question
27-Jul-2002, 01:19 PM
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4th Gen wheel question
I'm looking to get rims but not sure what size (15,16)...thinking of the SIR rims as #1 but aftermarket are nice to of course...I don't want to compromise the ride at all and that is why I'm thinking 15"...But I always want performance....If I go with 16" rims is the ride compromised that much with 40 or 45 size tires or am I better to go with the 15" and 50 size tires?
27-Jul-2002, 01:42 PM
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Before the bling bling 
days of today the rule of thumb was max plus 2. Which means if you are driving a dx 4th gen, then 15 was the max and for an si it would be a 16. Going beyond that will compromise your ride performance wise.
Although the 17's and 18's do look choice...
days of today the rule of thumb was max plus 2. Which means if you are driving a dx 4th gen, then 15 was the max and for an si it would be a 16. Going beyond that will compromise your ride performance wise.Although the 17's and 18's do look choice...
27-Jul-2002, 06:45 PM
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well, 17 's are perfect for your car...y settle for 15's///////
they fit on my 4th gen and i never hear rubbing at all ,and i am dropped about 2 inches or so........the ride is harsh, but they were harsh before i put the 17 on.....just be careful that you don't hit any pot holes...............
they fit on my 4th gen and i never hear rubbing at all ,and i am dropped about 2 inches or so........the ride is harsh, but they were harsh before i put the 17 on.....just be careful that you don't hit any pot holes...............
27-Jul-2002, 07:56 PM
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Talked to a guy at the meet that was running a 205 width tire in 16's and on a hard right turn(emergency right at about 50 cuz the 4th gen brake fade kicked in).....well during that turn he sliced the back tire sending his car spinning and up over the curb and into a tree.
I would prefer to stick with the 195 15's....but I respect that everyone is different in their choices.
I am sure with the 17's your ride looks phat
I would prefer to stick with the 195 15's....but I respect that everyone is different in their choices.
I am sure with the 17's your ride looks phat
27-Jul-2002, 11:43 PM
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Not a problem.....
Ever been driving your car hard down a track and slam on the brakes only to find out they don't really work......prolly because there is too much of a build up of energy....basically the pads and rotors overheat. I think the brake fluid boils when brake fade occurs...
I hate that feeling cuz you are helpless.:cry:
That, my friend, is the simplest example of what brake fade feels like.
Here is an automotive definition of brake fade
BRAKE FADE
Definition: A reduction in brake power due to lessening of friction between the brake shoes and drum or pads and disc. Brake fade often occurs from heat buildup due to repeated or prolonged brake application.
Hope this helps.....It seems to me 4th gens have a lack luster braking system....this is why I want to upgrade it prior to swapping my engine out.
Ever been driving your car hard down a track and slam on the brakes only to find out they don't really work......prolly because there is too much of a build up of energy....basically the pads and rotors overheat. I think the brake fluid boils when brake fade occurs...
I hate that feeling cuz you are helpless.:cry:
That, my friend, is the simplest example of what brake fade feels like.
Here is an automotive definition of brake fade
BRAKE FADE
Definition: A reduction in brake power due to lessening of friction between the brake shoes and drum or pads and disc. Brake fade often occurs from heat buildup due to repeated or prolonged brake application.
Hope this helps.....It seems to me 4th gens have a lack luster braking system....this is why I want to upgrade it prior to swapping my engine out.
27-Jul-2002, 11:58 PM
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Originally posted by 90EFHB
I am assuming by your handle you own an EF as well. I was looking at putting the siR rims on as well....can you PM me a pic of what it looks like?
Thanks
I am assuming by your handle you own an EF as well. I was looking at putting the siR rims on as well....can you PM me a pic of what it looks like?
Thanks
28-Jul-2002, 12:49 AM
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Originally posted by 90EFHB
Did you also put on the steel braided brake lines?
How much do you feel the difference is.... 20% better stopping...50%?
Did you also put on the steel braided brake lines?
How much do you feel the difference is.... 20% better stopping...50%?
Elimates the squishiness...
I love EARL's...
28-Jul-2002, 01:29 AM
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Originally posted by Promoking
I drove an '88 DX with 2002 SI rims (15 inch) and it rubbed in the corners like crazy. the car was dropped about 1.75 inches with R1 Coilovers and KYB shocks.
I drove an '88 DX with 2002 SI rims (15 inch) and it rubbed in the corners like crazy. the car was dropped about 1.75 inches with R1 Coilovers and KYB shocks.
Just curiious...
28-Jul-2002, 01:53 PM
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Originally posted by Promoking
I drove an '88 DX with 2002 SI rims (15 inch) and it rubbed in the corners like crazy. the car was dropped about 1.75 inches with R1 Coilovers and KYB shocks.
I drove an '88 DX with 2002 SI rims (15 inch) and it rubbed in the corners like crazy. the car was dropped about 1.75 inches with R1 Coilovers and KYB shocks.
