17's or 18's?

DeKaP · 01-14-2006, 09:14 PM

im about to order some wheels, but as of now im undecided on 17 or 18, is it that much of a difference? what would you go with and why?

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Kean · 01-14-2006, 09:23 PM

Are you going for "looks" or practicality. ....unless I had a brake set-up that justified the need for 18's, I would go with 17's. ...typically lighter, better ride quality, etc. A search would reveal many discussions on the subject.

MD04WRX · 01-14-2006, 09:48 PM

I went with 18"s. I like the look and it gave me more options in picking my big brake kit. The smaller side wall improves handling but gives you a rougher ride. I would not suggest 18"s if you have poor road conditions in your area. It's easier to bend a 18" when hitting a pothole (due to the shorter side wall). If your careful in picking your wheel you can find plenty of light weight 18"s.

01-14-2006, 09:14 PM	#1
DeKaP Scooby Specialist Member#: 90627 Join Date: Jul 2005 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Jersey Vehicle: 2005 Impreza WRX Obsidian Black Pearl	17's or 18's? im about to order some wheels, but as of now im undecided on 17 or 18, is it that much of a difference? what would you go with and why? * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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Kean Scooby Guru Member#: 25187 Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: So. CA Vehicle: '08 Foz Prem TGM '10 Challenger R/T Blk	Are you going for "looks" or practicality. ....unless I had a brake set-up that justified the need for 18's, I would go with 17's. ...typically lighter, better ride quality, etc. A search would reveal many discussions on the subject.

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MD04WRX Scooby Guru Member#: 72891 Join Date: Oct 2004 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: In the blue & hating it! Vehicle: 2004 WRX SDN JBP 96 SVX -2012 Fiesta	I went with 18"s. I like the look and it gave me more options in picking my big brake kit. The smaller side wall improves handling but gives you a rougher ride. I would not suggest 18"s if you have poor road conditions in your area. It's easier to bend a 18" when hitting a pothole (due to the shorter side wall). If your careful in picking your wheel you can find plenty of light weight 18"s.