Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2005 17:01:39 +0100 From: Pooh Bear <rabbitsfriendsandrelationsnospamail.com> Subject: Re: slightly smaller wheels for a Saab 9-3?
"Icarus Q. Anybody" wrote: > I need new tires for my 1999 9-3 5-door coupe. I drive the car > gently, but I like a sporty feel for exit ramps/sharp curves, etc. > I'd like more low-end torque - the car feels a bit slow to get going > (automatic transmission). Would it be a bad idea for me to switch > from 195/60r15s to 195/55r15s as a way of getting a sportier ride with > tires that are slightly easier to turn and lighter? The amount of tread in contact with the road should be all but identical so they won't be any easier to turn. Is your power assisted steering not working btw ? If you're looking at the change in tyre diameter to give a performance boost by effectively adjusting the final drive ratio I rather think you're going to be disappointed. Graham
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