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Re: Wheel compatability
Posted by Brooks G (more from Brooks G) on Fri, 15 May 2009 16:26:57
In Reply to: Re: Wheel compatability, B Millar
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, Fri, 15 May 2009 08:38:29
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Well let's see, when one changes the offset of the wheels what does this do. Well for one thing it changes the load path through the wheel bearings to one they weren't designed for. For another it changes the leverage on the suspension which affects ride height and with anything but a beam axle, the angle the wheels and tires meet the road.
By the way, I think the difference in offset is more like 10mm then 3. So is it wise to use 9-3SS wheels on a 9-5, well you decide but I wouldn't. I should point out that I'm in the minority as a fair numbers of posters on the board have done it. To date, none have come back and blamed the wheels for any problems they have had like uneven tire wear or worn bearings but then they may not be aware of the cause.
One other comment; if the 2003 9-3 in question is a convertible, ignore all the above, the wheels on that car are 100% interchangeable on any 9-5.
Brooks,
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