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Old 05-04-2008, 11:40 AM   #11 (permalink)
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Very nice, very nice indeed!!!
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Old 05-04-2008, 12:09 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Old 05-04-2008, 12:39 PM   #13 (permalink)
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How did you avoid ABS and traction control impact?

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We recently replaced the staggered factory 15" alloys with wider 15"x6" all around and are now running 195/50/15 summer performance tires.

This was initially done to evaluate the forthcoming WORKS suspension mods, and I have to say, the car has been transformed. A lot of the initial understeer is now gone and I can even feel a little squirm at the tail end of the car with a lift of the throttle - something that the old set-up would never allow, but that can help tons with adjusting the cornering attitude of the car via throttle input. The car is vastly more capable of carrying speed through corners, and braking feel is also improved. There is zero rubbing with this set up. There does not appear to be any penalty in ride quality, and as an added bonus, there is a whole universe of great tires available in the 195/50/15 size (which, now that they are all the same size, can also be rotated on the car for longer life).

Needless to say, we couldn't be happier with this mod.

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The on-board computer takes into account the tires size ratios of front and rear (larger rear). When you made the front and rear tires the same diameter, how did you address the computer settings - affect on ABS and traction control?
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Old 05-04-2008, 12:44 PM   #14 (permalink)
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The tires appear to only cost $54 at tirerack. So, what was the total cost of replacement. Are you going to sell the stock wheels and tires?
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Old 05-04-2008, 01:02 PM   #15 (permalink)
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The on-board computer takes into account the tires size ratios of front and rear (larger rear). When you made the front and rear tires the same diameter, how did you address the computer settings - affect on ABS and traction control?
The lead engineer at WORKS did the math for me in making this particular recommendation and based on his calculations, the overall diameter remains unchanged. This is a big plus in maintaining not only the ABS and traction control functionality, but also speedometer calibration.

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Old 05-04-2008, 01:03 PM   #16 (permalink)
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The tires appear to only cost $54 at tirerack. So, what was the total cost of replacement. Are you going to sell the stock wheels and tires?
Stock wheels and tires are already sold. I got a special price on this set-up through WORKS, but I understand that the retail replacement cost is still under $900 shipped for the complete package (less tire pressure sensors).

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Old 05-04-2008, 02:50 PM   #17 (permalink)
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$138 (each)

Offset: +25mm Bolt Pattern: 3-112
Rec. Tire Size: 175/55-15
**Lightweight: 14.0lbs.**
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Old 05-05-2008, 11:08 AM   #18 (permalink)
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... next up.... WORKS prototype suspension mods to take full advantage of the added grip/balance. All of this will eventually be offered as an integrated performance package from WORKS, so stay tuned.

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Old 05-06-2008, 05:49 AM   #19 (permalink)
 
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I would also like to know where you purchased the wheels and was it over or under a grand
The rials are available from Tire Rack for $138 ea.
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