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thstone · 05-16-2012, 10:40 AM

In general, to improve cornering performance it would be more advantageous to go wider in the front (from 205/50/17 to 225/45/17) than to increase the tire width in the rear (keep the stock size 255/40/17).

The increase in front width will improve front end bite on turn in and reduce understeer. This is the setup that most of us run.

05-16-2012, 10:40 AM	#17
thstone Certified Boxster Addict Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 7,669	In general, to improve cornering performance it would be more advantageous to go wider in the front (from 205/50/17 to 225/45/17) than to increase the tire width in the rear (keep the stock size 255/40/17). The increase in front width will improve front end bite on turn in and reduce understeer. This is the setup that most of us run. __________________ 1999 996 C2 - sold - bought back - sold for more 1997 Spec Boxster BSR #254 1979 911 SC POC Licensed DE/TT Instructor