Are 22's going to be much rougher than 20's?
07-09-2009, 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by sdg1871' post='937975' date='Jul 9 2009, 07:50 PM
That one big wheel and one ultra-short tire sidewall. There is no way that I would ever run on that in New York City as it would not last a week on the roads here. But in climates where there is no real winter and no freezing and thawing to create potholes, it might work. The size is a matter of subjective tastes. I don't like the wheel quite that big but others might.
Those are only 22"s. As for the potholes, we have our fair share in the SF Bay Area also. In the previous post, I only stated that I liked the ride comfort better now. I forgot to mention that if going 22"s, people should put some money away to fix, or even replace rims. There is now way around it. 22"s on 7 series = bent wheels.
07-09-2009, 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Sam@sleekmotoring' post='937985' date='Jul 9 2009, 10:55 PM
Those are only 22"s. As for the potholes, we have our fair share in the SF Bay Area also. In the previous post, I only stated that I liked the ride comfort better now. I forgot to mention that if going 22"s, people should put some money away to fix, or even replace rims. There is now way around it. 22"s on 7 series = bent wheels.
07-09-2009, 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Sam@sleekmotoring' post='937993' date='Jul 9 2009, 10:59 PM
Here are some examples of the side affects of 22"s on the heavy a$$ 7 series.
07-09-2009, 07:08 PM
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Wow. Thanks for the heads up, I think you're convincing me to change my mind.
What about gas consumption? Does it get worse w/ 22" rims (I'm looking at Asanti 128 in that size)
What about gas consumption? Does it get worse w/ 22" rims (I'm looking at Asanti 128 in that size)
07-09-2009, 07:21 PM
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Originally Posted by jtsigma' post='937999' date='Jul 9 2009, 08:08 PM
Wow. Thanks for the heads up, I think you're convincing me to change my mind.
What about gas consumption? Does it get worse w/ 22" rims (I'm looking at Asanti 128 in that size)
What about gas consumption? Does it get worse w/ 22" rims (I'm looking at Asanti 128 in that size)
I never really looked into the gas consumption. It doesnt really bother me. I think either leave it stock, or go 22's. I dont think it makes any sense to go aftermarket 3 piece 20" wheels on these cars.
07-09-2009, 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Sam@sleekmotoring' post='937985' date='Jul 9 2009, 09:55 PM
Those are only 22"s. As for the potholes, we have our fair share in the SF Bay Area also. In the previous post, I only stated that I liked the ride comfort better now. I forgot to mention that if going 22"s, people should put some money away to fix, or even replace rims. There is now way around it. 22"s on 7 series = bent wheels.
07-09-2009, 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Alpine White Girl' post='938070' date='Jul 9 2009, 09:13 PM
solved. 22's on a 7 = #1 stunner. If you are planning ahead of time to have to shell out more money for bent rims its not a good idea.
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Originally Posted by Alpine White Girl' post='938070' date='Jul 9 2009, 09:13 PM
solved. 22's on a 7 = stupid. If you are planning ahead of time to have to shell out more money for bent rims its not a good idea.
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