Changing to new rims changes steering feel?

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Re: Changing to new rims changes steering feel?

Postby Red Dragon » Fri Oct 07, 2011 11:30 am

Here you go G
The tyres are Pirelli Dragon
The wheels are RJR Graphics
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Re: Changing to new rims changes steering feel?

Postby Imari » Fri Oct 07, 2011 2:04 pm

For the information of anyone else who experiences this, the alignment solved all issues. The car is now back to it's light and nimble best.

Regarding tyre pressures, the advice I was given by the aligner was to experiment. But that 26 was probably too low. Which is solid advice, it's about what feels best for you, really.

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Re: Changing to new rims changes steering feel?

Postby GP » Fri Oct 07, 2011 3:35 pm

I'm running 32 psi in my 195 50 15's and my mate who is a tyre fitter says that's way too low. :?
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Re: Changing to new rims changes steering feel?

Postby zossy1 » Fri Oct 07, 2011 3:58 pm

IMO, 32-30 front-rear is a good starting point for most tyres on the road. On the track, you generally might consider running a little less depending on the shoes.

Some years ago, I owned an Alfa Sprint GCL. Alfa recommended 24psi...!


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