Just wondering

[Manny1117]

Apart from the aesthetics, is there another reason to install larger rims on a car? I mean, those it increase performance or handling? or is it just to look cool?

[Matt95GT]

Larger wheel = lower tire profile = less sidewall flex = better handling.

[Colin]

Originally posted by Matt95GT
Larger wheel = lower tire profile = less sidewall flex = better handling. This is true to a point , the larger rims ( over 19 " ) then tend to get heavier and negate any gains due to the excess mass . Then its pretty much just for the look ....

[Matt95GT]

^Yea, I'm assuming they be sized correctly for the vehicle. I keep forgetting the rediculous and pointless sizes people use now. :nono:

[BBT]

Also if you go way bigger than stock, then it is recommended that you increase the size of your brakes, as the added mass noted by Colin is hard on the stockers.

[jayhawk]

Originally posted by Matt95GT
^Yea, I'm assuming they be sized correctly for the vehicle. I keep forgetting the rediculous and pointless sizes people use now. :nono:

AMEN.