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Old 04-06-2007, 12:44 PM   #10
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IUltimately, for AX or Track useage, you would want to search out the [i]lightest[/] weight rim/tire combo possible. It is possible that you could reduce unsprung corner weight by 10lbs/corner.. thus a 40 lb saving on the car. That may be a more noticable change than wheel diameter.
This is a great suggestion that I hadn't even thought to bring up. If you really are going to get into track days especially then go for the lightest you can, while still be structurally sound.
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