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Date: Tue, 24 Jul 2001 23:20:16 GMT
From: "Davo" <whatevernopsamever.net>
Subject: Re: Reprogramming ECU for 17" wheels


"VIKINGMAN" <saabnopsamlixnet._nospam_dk> wrote in message news:lHe77.6066$Qn.487156nopsam000.worldonline.dk... > Well, I can only recommend it. I'm also in favour of great ride quality > (comfort), but I also want the accurate handling. Bear in mind that I went > from a 195/60-15 to the 215/45-17, so my change was even more significant > than it'll be for you. I must say that my worries went away, as I still find > the ride very pleasant. We've just come home from Saab gatherings in Finland > and Sweden (drove 4000 miles in 10 days), and the roads there weren't always > the best. Still, the comfort was great! And I REALLY like the steering > accuracy with the 215-wheels. Btw. I git Yokohama A539 tires, which I can > highly recommend! The have great grip in the wet and the noise-level is > fine. > > Although you can get the ECU reprogrammed, I'd still keep it as it is, as > the speedo's ALWAYS has some error reading. And this will be somewhat > corrected with the 215-wheels. > > Good luck on your future wheels! > > Cheers! Thanks for the info Viking, Sounds ooooooooooooKAY. As a last resort I'm going to get a ride in a 17" wheeled Viggen or Aero (despite the stiffer suspension) just to check it out. Roger on the Yokys...Actually I heard they were one of the harshest and noisest, so interesting comments from you. I'll believe you. Anyhow, I'll go for Michelins.. whatever, probably not a great difference. As for the ECU/speedo etc.. I'll probably get it reprogrammed just so I'm on the safe side of law. I'm in Australia and the F%$#in police over here are wild with Laser radar, speed cameras, and stacks of unmarked patrol cars. There's only one place in Australia, (Northern Territory) where the speeds are unlimited, though the wildlife can make a dent in your day :-) Thanks Davo

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