VoLLy

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Hello, I got a 2002 TL-P NGM TL. I recently got new Yokohoma Avid H4s (225/55-16) on my car on stock rims. Im wondering if this would look/fit any good for my current tires/car.

16" MB Motoring Classic


http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...4.3&vid=007067

The reason I don't want bigger rims is b/c I got these new tires already.

Pics of my TL

Pure Adrenaline

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If you're on stock suspension, then sure.

If you're dropped, then go with 17"s or 18"s with summer max performance tires and use the stock wheels for the winter.

VoLLy

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Yeah, I don't think im gonna lower my vehicle.

JPritch

Those are pretty nice wheels.

But IMO, don't let tires dictate the wheels you get, let the wheels you want dictate what tires you get.

Those wheels would look very nice in 17" or 18"

VoLLy

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I picked those because they fit my current new tires, and they are cheap. B

ut don't bigger rims sizes like 18" gives you bumpier ride? And do they effect the KPH speedometer with these rims sizes on?

TeknoKing

the speedometer has nothing to do with the rim size, the sensor actually is located at the axle, that spinning thing is what calculates the speed, and I believe same applies to the odometer. Also, when u get new rims, they are only like -+3% of the OEM size. (since yer getting 18" with a 40 profile tires, its almost the same size as 16 with 60 profiles tires)

VoLLy

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Ok thanx.

Do bigger rims easier to get damaged? there are a lot of potholes and such in my area.

veen120

yes bigger rims are easier to get damaged...but it depends on what kind of rim you have....my old 18's where chrome...and one of those got bent...my new 19's...they are Hyper Silver...and havnt been bent yet....when u go with a chrome wheel...the rim is very weak compared to others....so if u want to go big....dont get chrome...

VoLLy

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I see, ok thanx. Still shopping away....

VoLLy

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I am rethinking these wheels.

would I have any problems with the +42 offset? these are 16 x 7 rims.

derrick

Save your money and move up on size of rims at least 17" ... my

OR ... save up for your next car. Don't dump any more $$$ on your car unless you're keeping her for at least a couple more years. Tint, sways ... better investment than same size rims.

BTW ... what rims did you mount your Dunlops? Steelies?

Phrosttz0

just get the Type S wheels

VoLLy

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I mounted my Winter tires on my OEM TL-P rims, so I need a new set of rims completely that will fit my Yokohoma's. They still have good tread left. If I get bigger new rims that will cost me more for the low pro tires then.

Since these don't cost as much, I just wanted some type of style to them, that why I picked these.

smaller rims = weight less
more rubber = less prone to crack or bends on rims, I still live in a fairly new area, so the pavement is still uneven.

I plan to keep my TL for about 5-10 yrs, or when the tranny problem on it is REALLY bad.

So would the offset for these rims be okay for my TL??

OR

If I find a really good deal on a set of 17"/w tires that will cost less than my total investment in these rims (roughly $500)