Any 4 lug options for decently back spaced “skinnyish” 15” rim?
08-09-13, 08:24 AM
#1
Any 4 lug options for decently back spaced “skinnyish” 15” rim?
I’d like to get some wider tires on the front of my SA. Currently run a centerline drag rim that’s only 3.5” wide and has about 1 5/8” back spacing. It’s almost perfectly flush with the fender, tire sticks out past it very slightly. (15” rim 24” tall tire). I’m wanting a bit more stopping power as I’m approaching 150mph with this thing at the strip and I drive it on the street. Stops decently at the track, but the tires lock up quick on the street. If I need to stop quickly it just isn’t happening. Currently have moroso drag skinnies front with about 2” of tire contact patch touching the ground.
Because of turbo piping and other BS I need to keep the 24” tire height. I’d like to keep a 15” rim, but it’s not a requirement. Any suggestions on a front wheel tire setup with back spacing that would put the tire just inside the fender? I’d like to get 4-5” or so of contact patch of tire up front if possible. Forward struts brakes etc are all OEM SA equipment.
Also on a side note is there a slightly longer lugnut that you guys use? Mine engauge about 3/4" I'd like to get them in there a good inch if possible.
Thanks!
Because of turbo piping and other BS I need to keep the 24” tire height. I’d like to keep a 15” rim, but it’s not a requirement. Any suggestions on a front wheel tire setup with back spacing that would put the tire just inside the fender? I’d like to get 4-5” or so of contact patch of tire up front if possible. Forward struts brakes etc are all OEM SA equipment.
Also on a side note is there a slightly longer lugnut that you guys use? Mine engauge about 3/4" I'd like to get them in there a good inch if possible.
Thanks!
08-09-13, 11:57 AM
#3
The weight on the tire and the air pressure determine the size of the contact patch. The width of the tire sets the shape of that patch. When you put wider tires on the car at the same inflation pressure, you get a wider contact patch that has the same area as the one created by a narrow tire.
Wider tires enhance cornering ability, but don't generally do much for stopping.
From Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plus_sizing): "Larger tires improve handling and cornering, due to wider tread faces and stiffer sidewalls. Wider tires may decrease braking distances on dry pavement"
Things to consider before changing your tire size:
- Are you running high pressure in the front tires? If you can safely decrease it, you will get a larger contact patch and may get more traction.
- Does the front tire compound have good traction?
- Is your brake bias correct for all your mods? You may need to reduce rear pressure.
Wider tires enhance cornering ability, but don't generally do much for stopping.
From Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plus_sizing): "Larger tires improve handling and cornering, due to wider tread faces and stiffer sidewalls. Wider tires may decrease braking distances on dry pavement"
Things to consider before changing your tire size:
- Are you running high pressure in the front tires? If you can safely decrease it, you will get a larger contact patch and may get more traction.
- Does the front tire compound have good traction?
- Is your brake bias correct for all your mods? You may need to reduce rear pressure.
08-09-13, 12:34 PM
#4
The weight on the tire and the air pressure determine the size of the contact patch. The width of the tire sets the shape of that patch. When you put wider tires on the car at the same inflation pressure, you get a wider contact patch that has the same area as the one created by a narrow tire.
Wider tires enhance cornering ability, but don't generally do much for stopping.
From Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plus_sizing): "Larger tires improve handling and cornering, due to wider tread faces and stiffer sidewalls. Wider tires may decrease braking distances on dry pavement"
Things to consider before changing your tire size:
- Are you running high pressure in the front tires? If you can safely decrease it, you will get a larger contact patch and may get more traction.
- Does the front tire compound have good traction?
- Is your brake bias correct for all your mods? You may need to reduce rear pressure.
Wider tires enhance cornering ability, but don't generally do much for stopping.
From Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plus_sizing): "Larger tires improve handling and cornering, due to wider tread faces and stiffer sidewalls. Wider tires may decrease braking distances on dry pavement"
Things to consider before changing your tire size:
- Are you running high pressure in the front tires? If you can safely decrease it, you will get a larger contact patch and may get more traction.
- Does the front tire compound have good traction?
- Is your brake bias correct for all your mods? You may need to reduce rear pressure.
If I can just get a standard tire with a flat surface it will make a world of difference. I’ve had this issue before with other cars. The SA 4 lug pattern is a bear to find aftermarket wheels for thou. Esp. in a 15” wheel. I was hoping to not have to swap out spindles/struts to the more standard 5x4.5 lug pattern.
Thanks!
08-09-13, 05:47 PM
#5
Yeah, shutup kid.
Diamond Racing Wheels
or
Circle Racing Wheels
Either one will be able to make a custom wheel with whatever measurements you want. I don't know of any regular production wheels that fit what you want.
or
Circle Racing Wheels
Either one will be able to make a custom wheel with whatever measurements you want. I don't know of any regular production wheels that fit what you want.
08-09-13, 07:38 PM
#6
Diamond Racing Wheels
or
Circle Racing Wheels
Either one will be able to make a custom wheel with whatever measurements you want. I don't know of any regular production wheels that fit what you want.
or
Circle Racing Wheels
Either one will be able to make a custom wheel with whatever measurements you want. I don't know of any regular production wheels that fit what you want.
I believe panasport made a few. BBs makes some, konig etc... thats more what I was looking for.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/15x7-Konig-Rewind-Silver-Wheel-Rim-s-4x110-4-110-15-7-/160599797608?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Wheels&hash=item25647e6f68&vxp=mtr
Here are some just like mine...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271255072090
On a side not there's a ton of ATV wheels out there these days that are 110x4. Not sure if they are rated for decent weight though...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Summit-Racing-159-ATV-Series-Machined-Clear-Coat-Outback-Wheel-14-x7-4x110mm-BC-/111137007554?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Wheels&hash=item19e04827c2&vxp=mtr
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