Re: Wheels and Tires

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Re: Wheels and Tires

NJ Vike

27 Apr 2007 21:08

Many thanks for the reply. I think I will purchase the same size wheel and
check on the offset.

Ken

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> NJ Vike <njvike@yahoo.com> wrote in news:1177609795.767133.221290
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> Also, watch the offset in any aftermarket wheel. If it's different from
> stock, this can lessen the life-expectancy of your wheel bearings.

Tegger

26 Apr 2007 19:45

NJ Vike <njvike@yahoo.com> wrote in news:1177609795.767133.221290
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> Greetings! I have a 2007 Acura TL Type S and want to replace those
> stock wheels with something a little nicer. Perhaps in chrome. So far,
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> recalibrated? I have 235-45-17 and would like to upgrade to a
> 235-35-19.

The nominal difference in rolling radius between 235/35-19 and 235/45-17 is
less than one percent.

Your ride height would drop about 1/16".

You don't need to recalibrate anything.

Since rolling radius is unaffected, gas mileage won't change.

Your ride will be harder and handling may not be what you expect, since the
suspension is calibrated for a taller sidewall.

Also, watch the offset in any aftermarket wheel. If it's different from
stock, this can lessen the life-expectancy of your wheel bearings.

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NJ Vike

26 Apr 2007 17:49

Greetings! I have a 2007 Acura TL Type S and want to replace those
stock wheels with something a little nicer. Perhaps in chrome. So far,
it has been hell trying to find out if any wheels fit other than Ron
Johns. My question is that if I do find a nice wheel, will going to a
19" tire & wheel combo take away gas mileage? What about speed
performance like 0-60 or 1/4 mile? Will I need to have my Speedometer
recalibrated? I have 235-45-17 and would like to upgrade to a
235-35-19.

Thanks in advance.

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