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Old 05-03-2006, 05:52 AM
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I was wondering if i lower my xb with a TEIN S-Tech lowering spring kit and put a set of 15" rims what size tires could I Rock on my xb so it would look phat without having to sacrifice the ride(by the way it'll be a 2"inch drop)what size tires could i use and would it look slammed with a 2"inch drop and 15"rims?
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It won't looked slammed with 15". When you lower the car, the ride quality will diminish.
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Originally Posted by Nozerider
It won't looked slammed with 15". When you lower the car, the ride quality will diminish.
I have 17's with my Tein S springs. I like the ride. It is a little rougher (bumpier) than the stock ride, but it corners a lot better.
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Originally Posted by Nozerider
It won't looked slammed with 15". When you lower the car, the ride quality will diminish.
I agree, it won't be as comfortable, but it will look a lot nicer and perform better with the Teins. I also recommended larger than 15's.
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If you are planning to get a new set of 15" wheels, get something wider with a lower offset. Something that will look more flush. That is the only was a 15" wheel looks really good on an xB.

As far as the tire size, keep it as close as possible to stock diameter. If necessary you could run a mild stretch on the tires to aid in preventing rubbing.
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this is 15" with tein H techs. this is my friends car and I believe he is running 195/50/15 tires stretched out to the max.
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