Akira

I'm thinking of getting a set of 18's on my MY99 STI V TypeR but have concerns about ride quality. (it's my age you know 28).

With the STI suspension and lower profile tyres I can envisage a very hard scittish ride and the potential for tramlining.

If you've stuck 18's on your STI, i'd be most interested in your views. I will be changing from the OEM 16's.

Cheers in advance for any help.

Regards
Chris

TKH

I spoke to Pete Croney today at SS re fitting those beautifull "18" new speedlines and he confirms they will fit.

i dont think you will compromise the ride too much with these as they are v lightweight 8.5 KGS and as such will not affect the current unsprung weight adversley.

i think the pay off in terms of steering feel / response , grip and looks are well worth the investment.

if i get them fitted quick i will post my opinions on the bbs.

Regards

Tim

Akira

Cheers guys,

I have already done my homework re. the unsprung weight. As craig mentions you can get some very light 17 & 18" Wheels these days.

I had thought about a spring swap to say P1's.

Any more views?

Cheers
Chris

pwebb

I'd be surprised if this didn't result in anything but a very hard ride. Also - the unsprung weight will definitely go UP by about 2 kg per corner as the OE 16" wheels are quite a bit lighter. Though I haven't tried 18" on mine I would assert that this should maybe combined with a move to more compliant springs - the P1 springs in particular - worth trying to find someone who will sell them to you I think.

they will undoubtedly look good though.

Paul W

CraigH

Have to say, my 17" Speedlines felt lighter than the oem 16s.

And the new ones at SS are lighter in 18 than mine are in 17........apparently