…involves changing the tire and/or wheel size from the original size in a controlled manner so as to maintain certain critical dimensions. When creating a Plus Size fitment, the section width of the tire increases and the sidewall height decreases. The contact patch of the tire changes shape by…
…from customers who are curious about changing the wheel size on their vehicle. Here are answers to some of the most common questions about the difference in wheel sizes: Can I use a different wheel size than what came on my car? Yes. There are often sizes that'll work very well on a vehicle…
…16-inch wheel diameters and grows from there. Plus Sizing supports the premise that it's important to maintain the same overall tire diameter whenever changing tires and wheel sizes to ensure sufficient ground clearance, appropriate driveline gearing and accurate speedometer readings. Large changes…
…TPMS Regulations Wheel Information Alloy vs. Steel Wheels in Winter Tire & Wheel Packages Bolt Pattern Centerbore Finishes & Care How We Know What Fits How to Install Your Tire & Wheel Package Mounting Reverse-Mount / Back-Mount Wheels Offset Performance Benefits Plus Size Wheels & Tires Proper Lug…
If you're going from 17" Original Equipment wheels to 18" aftermarket wheels, what tire pressure should you run with your new tires? Many times, the service description (e.g. 98H) is still the same on the tires when the size is adjusted, so the same pressure can be used. If the load…
…of your vehicle with new wheels. Changing wheels is one of the easiest ways to make a big impact on the appearance of your vehicle. Compare the Audi below with factory wheels (top) to one equipped with Verde's Parallax in a 19" size (bottom). Upsizing and changing the style really improves…
…necessarily the best "fit" for their individual taste. In most cases, changing the wheels and/or tires is a great way to personalize your vehicle quickly and safely. However, how do you know which sizes will fit your vehicle? Leave that to us! When a new model of car or truck is released,…
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…dealer wheel swaps and changes by a previous owner (if you are not the first owner) mean that we cannot be 100% sure that the size the computer says is on your car is what you actually have installed on the car. It only takes a minute when you are entering or exiting the car to check what tire size…
…dish" wheels and wheels for lifted trucks are typically a negative offset. If the offset of the wheel is not correct for the car, the handling can be adversely affected. Often, when changing the width of the wheel, the offset will also need to change to maintain proper clearances inside the wheel…
…0.5" change in rim width, being reduced if mounted on narrower than measuring wheel and increased when mounted on wider wheels. Related Links * Contact Patch * How to Read Speed Rating, Load Index & Service Descriptions * North American Load & Pressure Markings * P-Metric & Euro-Metric Tire Sizing *…
…capacity. If done incorrectly, changing the tire size can decrease the safety of your car. If done properly, a larger tire size can be beneficial and even make your vehicle more fun to drive. Can you use a larger tire size on your car or truck? Depending on your wheel size, vehicle clearance and…
…you to modify or downsize to a more efficient tire size for winter use. We offer many affordable wheels that, in the long run, will pay for themselves. For some vehicles we offers steel wheels, but for most we offer affordable aluminum alloy wheels from brands like Sport Edition, MSW and more. If…
…16-inch wheel diameters and grows from there. Plus Sizing supports the premise that it's important to maintain the same overall tire diameter whenever changing tires and wheel sizes to ensure sufficient ground clearance, appropriate driveline gearing and accurate speedometer readings. Large changes…
…installing a Plus Size Tire & Wheel Package changes the shape of your contact patch resulting in improved cornering, improved steering response, and a decrease in ride comfort due to the shorter sidewall. Feel free to a contact a Tire Rack sales specialist for assistance with Plus Size options.
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