17" or 18" wheels for autocross

TroyV

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A stiffer side wall isn't necessarily better. In fact, assuming the rest of your suspension is stock, the added compliance of the taller side wall is probably better.

In the end, which ever combination of tire and wheel which is lightest is the choice to make.
 

David Hester

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Only need big enough to clear your calipers. I vote 17" (what I use)
Note also a big chuck of weight stuck way out is harder to stop/ spin. The rim on a 17 is tucked in an extra 1/2".
Mo better!
 
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sorry stealing this thread but what wheel is lightest i was lookin at the steeda ultra lights and 2000 cobra r but idk what would be the lightest out of all the wheels
 

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sorry stealing this thread but what wheel is lightest i was lookin at the steeda ultra lights and 2000 cobra r but idk what would be the lightest out of all the wheels
 

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