IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

performance wheels vs. Bling wheels

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Old 07-04-07, 09:25 PM
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I would own two sets. One for style the other for performance (light weight)
Old 07-05-07, 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by TurboSam
I would own two sets. One for style the other for performance (light weight)
you would.........if what ?
Old 07-05-07, 12:30 PM
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Heavier wheels = more pressure on the brakes, worse gas mileage, worse performance.
Old 07-05-07, 07:00 PM
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staggard also makes some difference
not really an expert so il leave it so someone else to explain
what wheel size do u recommend for performance 18? 19?
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for performance? 17's!
Old 07-05-07, 11:02 PM
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My 20 inch Volks are pretty light for their size

Fronts are a little under 24lbs
while the rears are just a shade over 24lbs
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