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Nov 18, 2007 | 10:56 AM

pastafarian

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rim question very n00b q

when sizing rims, there is a number x number. height and width what are the benefits and drawbacks of a wider tire

Nov 18, 2007 | 01:43 PM

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when sizing rims, there is a number x number. height and width what are the benefits and drawbacks of a wider tire

the numbers are (rim diameter) x (rim width). wider tires give more contact surface to the road for better grip, but are heavier and cause more friction too, so fuel economy will suffer

Nov 18, 2007 | 09:17 PM

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what do you recommend is a good width for 16" rims on a fit?

Nov 20, 2007 | 10:49 AM

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usual combos you'll see for a car like the fit is 16x6.5 or 16x7. you can pair that up with either 195s or 205s.

Nov 20, 2007 | 09:24 PM

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195s or 205s ? I know absolutely nothing about rims lol Im sorry for being so ignorant

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