Sleep'n_Racer Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Alright, I just installed 18" Wheels on my vehicle with a (215/40/18) tire wrapped around them. I have recently run into a problem however. My vehicle now seems to be less responsive. When I turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right, the back of the vehicle now seems to be sluggish. I.E. The back end tends to stay on the opposite side of the way the vehicle is turning. I don't know what to do. I was thinking of trying a stiffer suspension with a small drop of about 1.5" or so. I need some help, please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
optional187 Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 its called heavy ass rims that are too big. i bet you notice a loss of acceleration aswell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleep'n_Racer Posted July 19, 2004 Author Share Posted July 19, 2004 Yes, I have noticed a drop in acceleration, but do you know anything that will make up for the weight, other than replacement? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
optional187 Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 more power will pick your acceleration back up, and a high dollar suspension set up should will help out your handeling. but it will never be as good as a car with smaller wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLontheDL Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 more power will pick your acceleration back up, and a high dollar suspension set up should will help out your handeling. but it will never be as good as a car with smaller wheels. well said they say that if you choose to increase wheel size, do so within 2" more than stock size. so if your car comes with 15" you can go a max of 17" without looking much ride comfortability and such. you usually aren't suppose to drive fast on big wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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