GT !7 Inch wheels
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Originally posted by Stinky Old Fart+June 9, 2004, 2:28 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Stinky Old Fart @ June 9, 2004, 2:28 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>
That's not always true. In my Senior Design Research project for we tested the rolling resistance of numerous tires for a major manufacturer. Wider doesn't always equate to more rolling resistance. Tread pattern, air pressure, and rim diameter are also major factors. Don't assume unless you can back it up with physical data.
Originally posted by FinlayZJ@June 9, 2004, 2:08 PM
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reduce rolling resistance
reduce rolling resistance
That's not always true. In my Senior Design Research project for we tested the rolling resistance of numerous tires for a major manufacturer. Wider doesn't always equate to more rolling resistance. Tread pattern, air pressure, and rim diameter are also major factors. Don't assume unless you can back it up with physical data.
Sorry I didn't cover all bases. Inflated tires roll better than flat ones, etc.
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Originally posted by mrtedrich+June 9, 2004, 2:48 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (mrtedrich @ June 9, 2004, 2:48 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>
That's not always true. In my Senior Design Research project for we tested the rolling resistance of numerous tires for a major manufacturer. Wider doesn't always equate to more rolling resistance. Tread pattern, air pressure, and rim diameter are also major factors. Don't assume unless you can back it up with physical data.
I think it is fair to say that two tires, all things being the same, but one being one size wider, will have the wider tire creating more rolling resistance.
Originally posted by Stinky Old Fart@June 9, 2004, 2:28 PM
Originally posted by FinlayZJ@June 9, 2004, 2:08 PM
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reduce rolling resistance
reduce rolling resistance
That's not always true. In my Senior Design Research project for we tested the rolling resistance of numerous tires for a major manufacturer. Wider doesn't always equate to more rolling resistance. Tread pattern, air pressure, and rim diameter are also major factors. Don't assume unless you can back it up with physical data.
I think it is fair to say that two tires, all things being the same, but one being one size wider, will have the wider tire creating more rolling resistance.
I think you learned somthing important in your senior design project, that is what I call "decision making by data". In this forum, we expouse ideas about vehicles we know very little about. Your point about backing up an argument by data is valid.
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Originally posted by pilot1129+June 9, 2004, 2:57 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (pilot1129 @ June 9, 2004, 2:57 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-Grantsdale@June 8, 2004, 8:45 PM
When are 18"s going to be available?
When are 18"s going to be available?
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and we all know the V-8 is gonna be under $20k because the pricing comes out on Monday.
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#24
I saw a 93 Lx HO today with 275/ 17 on the rear looked like they cleared good, and what i seen in how the rear quarter panels on the 05 I would say you could get 275s on there easily.
#25
Well regardless of what is available when the car is released I will end up putting 18's on it, for the look of course and most likely 265/35's on the rear and 245/40's on the front
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Originally posted by Stinky Old Fart@June 9, 2004, 2:28 PM
I think it is fair to say that two tires, all things being the same, but one being one size wider, will have the wider tire creating more rolling resistance.
I think it is fair to say that two tires, all things being the same, but one being one size wider, will have the wider tire creating more rolling resistance.
Pirelli, P235/55WR-17;
opt GT,
BFGoodrich g-Force T/A KDW2, P255/45ZR-18
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Originally posted by Boomer+June 9, 2004, 2:06 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Boomer @ June 9, 2004, 2:06 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>
There are a couple of details that need to be checked.
Will the 235's and 255's fit on the same rim width?
Will the 255's rub the rear inner or outer fender? This is where having a real '05 Mustang would help!
Originally posted by Stinky Old Fart@June 9, 2004, 3:41 PM
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I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear.
I would take the rear tires and keep for later use on the front. I would then put 255/50/17’s on the rear.
There are a couple of details that need to be checked.
Will the 235's and 255's fit on the same rim width?
Will the 255's rub the rear inner or outer fender? This is where having a real '05 Mustang would help!
I think thats as WIDE as you can go.
On a 9 inch wide rim, the lowest you'd want is a 255.
Although some guys have been said to put 245s on them...I wouldn't risk it. [/b][/quote]
Nope, some of my buddies go as wide as 315's out back!!!
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Originally posted by Pred8tor+June 9, 2004, 4:03 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Pred8tor @ June 9, 2004, 4:03 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-ManEHawke@June 9, 2004, 3:52 PM
Personally I would actually perfer wide 17's then wide 18's. A bit of sidewall on the side balances things out and makes it looks awesome. Also for me, gotta have that white lettering.
Personally I would actually perfer wide 17's then wide 18's. A bit of sidewall on the side balances things out and makes it looks awesome. Also for me, gotta have that white lettering.
Maybe not as well, but (as one announcer in the 05 pony drive vid with the car loading onto the trailer put it) that the car was designed for a larger rim + tire because asthetically, it looked better. However, these rims would be available within a year of the launch. I agree with him also. The 17's look good, but there is a lot more sidewall on the 05 than the 99+.
I bet you that even with 18's there is enough sidewall to allow for a comforable ride. As well, there is an improved chasis + suspension.....so even with 18's it will ride much nicer than the current car.
My point is, buy 17's more for look than purpose.
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