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Old 03-17-2013, 08:34 PM   #4 (permalink)
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3.) Lightweight 18" wheels (factory wheels/tires are 55lbs!), not going with 17" because the difference in weight between 18" and 17" tires is not enough or maybe even zilch. Might even go with 19" since the combination can still be significantly lighter than the factory 30lb beasts. Could save 17lbs per corner, 68lbs total!
You need to be careful about wheel/tire changes.

You may save weight, but you'll almost certainly increase aero drag and rolling resistance (from wider tires and wheel design). I'd put weight last in order of impact on your fuel economy.

EG: see http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...17s-23509.html
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