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Old 11-11-2008, 12:33 PM   #16 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by BlackDeuceCoupe View Post
Keep in mind, this is unsprung weight we're talking about, which is the worst kind!
Not just the weight, either. There's the rotational inertia to consider.

Which brings up a point that I've wondered about, off and on, since I started seeing cars with large rims & thin tires. Which weighs more? That is, if you keep the same tire diameter, can you save weight/inertia by going to a larger, lightweight wheel?
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