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      03-15-2013, 05:30 PM   #38
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Originally Posted by BrokenVert View Post
17s are the best.

Because its just just about weight. Inertia is a much more important parameter, which forum types tend to forget.

Also for a 128 MSport is a must, its suspension and the stellar seats for 128s.
People are about as stupid about wheels as they are about brakes when it comes to forums. 100% agreement on optimal sizing.

Steering wheel is also a massive bonus of MSport. The thickness feels so good, at least until you upgrade it.

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Originally Posted by simianspeedster View Post
Yeah, I know I could save a few more pounds but I'm probably going to make a sole concession to aesthetics just because. For me, the math is as follows:

Stock = 48.3 lbs. per corner (17x7 Style 206 + 205/55-17 Goodyear NCT)
18x8 Square = 41.8 lbs./corner (18x8 Aero 7 + 225/40-18 Michelin PSS) = 6.5 lbs. savings per corner (oops, I said 6.75 before)
17 x 7 Square = 38.5 lbs/corner (lightweight 17x7s + 225/45-17 Michelin PSS) = 9.8 lbs. savings per corner

I'll look at the 17x8 rim options to see if I like anything, but I really dig those Aero 7s.
17x8 BBS RG-Rs are 17.24 lbs each and 8000 ton forged.
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