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Old 09-13-2016, 01:55 PM
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A seemingly banal title I admit, however going from a value tire to a really sticky one and changing the widths completely changed the character of my C4S from significant understeer to a surprising smidge of oversteer.

From stock wheel and tire sizes (HTR Z III) to 245/40/18 + 315/30/18 (Toyo R888):




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Meaty.
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Originally Posted by strathconaman
Meaty.
Beaty, big, and bouncy.
Old 09-13-2016, 03:19 PM
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Not surprised, you went from a street tire to a racing tire. You're right they are completely different. Enjoy the traction!
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Very fun!
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Originally Posted by curtsr
A seemingly banal title I admit, however going from a value tire to a really sticky one and changing the widths completely changed the character of my C4S from significant understeer to a surprising smidge of oversteer.

From stock wheel and tire sizes (HTR Z III) to 245/40/18 + 315/30/18 (Toyo R888):




Gorgeous looking car. Enjoy the new tires, safely and responsibly. OK, not too responsibly!
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Originally Posted by ejdoherty911
Not surprised, you went from a street tire to a racing tire. You're right they are completely different. Enjoy the traction!
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Tires def look meaty but those 80's style rims overshadow everything.
Old 09-13-2016, 06:57 PM
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I love the wheels!

Speed yellow is also the best color
Old 09-13-2016, 07:09 PM
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tires are good. those rims tho...
Old 09-13-2016, 07:20 PM
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I'm sure the R888s will be much better traction than your old street tires. Good luck in the rain!
Old 09-13-2016, 07:23 PM
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Uhhh...
Old 09-13-2016, 08:31 PM
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That's an increase of what, .8 inches up front? I can see that making a significant difference in front grip. The wheels look a little too much like 5-spoke drag wheels to me, but as with all things visual, your opinion is the one that really matters...
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Originally Posted by Arch1t3ct
I love the wheels!

Speed yellow is also the best color
Yep! OZ's just as good as ever!
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Fun stuff, huh??
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Next upgrade will be racing AOS, as more Gforce in the corners means oil smoke


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