why 18'' wheels more popular on track?

Originally Posted by Sh0velMan There's such a thing as too little compliance. Smaller sidewall does not automatically mean more grip. There's plenty of folks out there that run 18's rather

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why 18'' wheels more popular on track?

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11-16-2013, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Sh0velMan

There's such a thing as too little compliance.

Smaller sidewall does not automatically mean more grip. There's plenty of folks out there that run 18's rather than 19's in order to get a slightly taller sidewall and more compliance without increasing OD.

Word, but I never said a 19 would yield better grip.. I just said could help with track times as it may help have less flex in the sidewall and possible help with cornering (less understeer type of deal)

If we are talking grip then- tire brand, tread pattern for specific event, tire pressure, alignment, suspension, sway bars etc etc.

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