can i change my alloy wheels ? 19"

BillScarab

albalad wrote: »

great idea ! thanks

what is the point of low profile tyres ? is there a point apart from asthetics ?

maybe it's because i'm getting old or maybe because i do quite a few miles , but i just don't see any benefit to them - but they do look good

The point is that they a smaller side wall on the tyre will flex less than a higher proflie one. This improves the handling, grip and braking performance of the tyre so they are fitted to racing and performance cars. However because of the increased stiffness of the tyre/wheel combination the ride will be harsher, they can be noisier and they tend to be less resistant to aquaplaning.

Unles you're buying a particularly sporty car and don't mind the harsh ride there's generally no point in getting low profile tyres apart from aesthetics though. If your ead a lot of car reviews they often say do NOT buy the big wheel low profile tyre option as it wrecks the ride.

albalad

BillScarab wrote: »

The point is that they a smaller side wall on the tyre will flex less than a higher proflie one. This improves the handling, grip and braking performance of the tyre so they are fitted to racing and performance cars. However because of the increased stiffness of the tyre/wheel combination the ride will be harsher, they can be noisier and they tend to be less resistant to aquaplaning.
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this explains why my car takes the same size tyre as a porche :eek: , only mine is a quite un-sporty estate

haven't experienced aquaplaning as yet in this car, but it does suffer quite badly from tramlining

tomstickland

Oversize rims are a curse of fashion. I've got a book the lists recommended tyre sizes for performance driving and they're all smaller than the biggest wheels that manufacturer's supply. So, yes, put smaller wheels on with, say, 45 or 50 profile and you'll have a vehicle that's a lot more pleasant to drive on rough roads and quite possibly a better handling balance.