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Realistically, how much does wheel weight affect performance?
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<blockquote data-quote="James Snover" data-source="post: 8474921" data-attributes="member: 67454"><p>In terms of mileage you may not notice any difference, since mileage is best at a steady cruise, and once you get the wheels of either weight up to cruise, the power to maintain it is about the same. And since most takeoffs from a red light are not max-performance, you may not see a big change in mileage. Aerodynamics play the largest role at speeds over 35mph in terms of mileage.</p><p></p><p>1/4 mile performance is a different matter. Lighter weight wheels, all things being equal, give better times. But again, the catch is the "all things being equal," which in this case means (no offense) "Are you a good enough driver to capitalize on the difference?" For most of us who aren't really skilled with the right foot, it probably won't make much difference, but it does raise the ceiling of of what can be done.</p><p></p><p>Jim Snover</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="James Snover, post: 8474921, member: 67454"] In terms of mileage you may not notice any difference, since mileage is best at a steady cruise, and once you get the wheels of either weight up to cruise, the power to maintain it is about the same. And since most takeoffs from a red light are not max-performance, you may not see a big change in mileage. Aerodynamics play the largest role at speeds over 35mph in terms of mileage. 1/4 mile performance is a different matter. Lighter weight wheels, all things being equal, give better times. But again, the catch is the "all things being equal," which in this case means (no offense) "Are you a good enough driver to capitalize on the difference?" For most of us who aren't really skilled with the right foot, it probably won't make much difference, but it does raise the ceiling of of what can be done. Jim Snover [/QUOTE]
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