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Old 10-25-2017, 06:21 PM   #31 (permalink)
jcp123
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I've heard the wheel weight thing thrown around: yes, fractionally beneficial fo FE, but much less appreciated are the benefits to cutting unsprung weight: much crisper turn-in, better braking, and better suspension control once you eliminate deadweight. It's the only reason I'd consider some rims on my Civic instead of the steelies with what look like nice, aerodynamic factory wheel covers.

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