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Date: Sat, 27 Aug 2005 17:03:29 GMT
From: Icarus Q. Anybody <zinspacenospamo.com>
Subject: Re: slightly smaller wheels for a Saab 9-3?


Power steering is working. Why do you ask? -Chris On Sat, 27 Aug 2005 17:01:39 +0100, Pooh Bear <rabbitsfriendsandrelationsnospamail.com> wrote: > > >"Icarus Q. Anybody" wrote: > >> I need new tires for my 1999 9-3 5-door coupe. I drive the car >> gently, but I like a sporty feel for exit ramps/sharp curves, etc. >> I'd like more low-end torque - the car feels a bit slow to get going >> (automatic transmission). Would it be a bad idea for me to switch >> from 195/60r15s to 195/55r15s as a way of getting a sportier ride with >> tires that are slightly easier to turn and lighter? > >The amount of tread in contact with the road should be all but identical >so they won't be any easier to turn. > >Is your power assisted steering not working btw ? > >If you're looking at the change in tyre diameter to give a performance >boost by effectively adjusting the final drive ratio I rather think you're >going to be disappointed. > >Graham

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