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Old 12-11-03, 12:19 AM
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small in front big in back?

New to the FD and just want to find out if I should go with larger tires in the back vs. the same all around? I wanted to keep the tires in 17's due to the rid, and a low profile. Just unsure about going bigger in the back. Thanks!
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How much horsepower are you making?
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Well I am buy the FD here in a few days/week so?
The mod list is as follows:
-Tokico 5 way adjustables
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-Autometer boost, water temp, air/fuel ratio, oil pressure gauges
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-GReddy Airnix intake
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-M2 performance stage 3 ECU
-245/45 Dunlop SP5000s on all corners
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Before you make such a decision, i'd run your car with the current set up for a while, maybe even try a local club auto-x or something, then assess how you feel about the balance...
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I would also suggest ditching the all season tires first. If you have to drive in winter weather, buy some dedicated snow tires. In the non-snow seasons, you should be running higher performance rubber.
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any suggestions on what snow tires to run on stock rims, only for winter.
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I don't have an RX-7 but i have Bridgestone Blizzak WS-50's on my car and it handles like it's on rails in the snow. Great tires.
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Originally posted by Scott2055
I don't have an RX-7 but i have Bridgestone Blizzak WS-50's on my car and it handles like it's on rails in the snow. Great tires.
If your car FWD?
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Originally posted by Solomon
any suggestions on what snow tires to run on stock rims, only for winter.
Give tire rack a call. Several companies make tires that handle snow (but not ice) but still have good dry pavement traction. Pirelli, Dunlop, etc.
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