17" wheels on 182

[Rob.H]

Sorry if this has been b4 guys.

But im thinkin about 4 pot brake conversion with 325 mm discs, this will require however 17" wheels.

Now if i run these with say 205/215 35 R17 tyres, and use speedline wheels so there nice and light how much slower will the car be if any??

 

[Rob.H]

Well any help???

 

[Mr Melon]

Never had 17's on but alot of people say to stick with your 16's... to give you an idea on what the size difference would be use a tyre calculator....

http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

If you get light alloys and a 205/40 then I dont think you will tell a difference personally.

 

[Frasers Cup]

Bigger rolling radius so your car will be slower and not handle as well. It will also crash and bang over any sort of bump.

 

[G_F]

Wouldnt bother mate, unless you are after pure looks because the ride goes to s**t and will piss you right off...

 

[Rob.H]

ok then peeps advice taken, cheers

 

[rich[182]]

why has the new 197 got 17's ?

 

[TheCake]

Because thats what its designed to have?