Author Topic: Wheels and suspension  (Read 1603 times)

Offline MR LG

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Wheels and suspension
« on: 26 March 2016, 22:00 »
Hello there,
I wanted to upgrade the 16" alloys on my 2.8 to the R32 type, as they are 18 inches (I think) is it best to lower the car a bit to avoid that stilts look, if so how much height drop is best? I live in Wales so no serious drops and want to avoid coilovers if poss,I like my spine!!  :smiley:. Also what brand tyres do you recommend for a 4motion?

thanks in advance

MR LG  :grin:

Offline Wazzzer

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Re: Wheels and suspension
« Reply #1 on: 27 March 2016, 13:39 »
40mm drop is the best for comfort/style. Don't be tempted to just go for springs, your standard shocks will soon spit their dummies...


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Re: Wheels and suspension
« Reply #2 on: 27 March 2016, 21:04 »
go for the best tyres you can afford after all they are the only thing keeping you on the road  :smiley: