I have the stock montreal 2's on my 2002 GTI and just installed and eibach prosystem plus. The handling difference is dramatic though a bit harsher. I'm looking to upgrade my stock 16's with Potenza SO-3's but wonder if going to 17's with a 225-45-17 tire would make the car more responsive. Can anyone help me out? Is the Plus sizing worth the extra grand or so? Or will the upgraded rubber make a noticable difference. I only drive on the street BTW. Thanks all!
Is going to a 17 inch wheel+tire worth it?
daveg243
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I have the stock montreal 2's on my 2002 GTI and just installed and eibach prosystem plus. The handling difference is dramatic though a bit harsher. I'm looking to upgrade my stock 16's with Potenza SO-3's but wonder if going to 17's with a 225-45-17 tire would make the car more responsive. Can anyone help me out? Is the Plus sizing worth the extra grand or so? Or will the upgraded rubber make a noticable difference. I only drive on the street BTW. Thanks all!
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Re: Is going to a 17 inch wheel+tire worth it? (daveg243)
If you think your suspension made your ride harsher, I would say dont go to a larger wheel combo. I am trying to trade my 17's off for some decent 15's because I am tired of being beat to death on the roads. Good tires make a large difference in handling and behavior of your car.
If you think your suspension made your ride harsher, I would say dont go to a larger wheel combo. I am trying to trade my 17's off for some decent 15's because I am tired of being beat to death on the roads. Good tires make a large difference in handling and behavior of your car.
Re: Is going to a 17 inch wheel+tire worth it? (jcny18x)
I would say that 17's are worth it if they are a) lighter than other wheels you can find b) at the same time you want bigger brakes. Case in point, I want bigger brakes and 17in Centerline forged wheels are lighter than most 16 inch wheels I have seen. I'm not overly concerned about ride, since the car the 17's are going on is not daily driven.
Tom
94 SLC
86 Jetta coupe
[Modified by 6cylVWguy, 11:24 PM 7-10-2002]
I would say that 17's are worth it if they are a) lighter than other wheels you can find b) at the same time you want bigger brakes. Case in point, I want bigger brakes and 17in Centerline forged wheels are lighter than most 16 inch wheels I have seen. I'm not overly concerned about ride, since the car the 17's are going on is not daily driven.
Tom
94 SLC
86 Jetta coupe
[Modified by 6cylVWguy, 11:24 PM 7-10-2002]
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