Hi guys,
I'm debating which wheels to run at autoX this weekend at sebring raceway. Class SM
choice #1
mr bbs with ventus v12 evo tires 245's
choice #2
18X9.5 fno1's with nt05's 275's

The only reason I would choose the bbs's is because they are so much lighter and respond quicker. The problem with the nto1's are that they're heavy as fawk and rub a little under hard cornering.

I'm sure I'll get much more grip with the nt05's. They'll also probably be tougher on the drivetrain. I've got a new awd tcase I'd like to keep for awhile.

The car is tuned to 355whp and has a good suspension set-up.

What would ya'll choose?

Thanks,
Damon

 

Choice #2. no question.

 

I have no idea why you would be worried about wheel weight, its such a minor thing compared to the gain of superior tires and greater width.

About breaking the T-case, Im still on my original t-case with ~300 runs per year, 285 tires, and 330-375hp (depending if Im driving or the fiance).

 

Agree with #2

 

Moar rubber!!! #2

 

I almost read that as : depending if I'm driving OVER the fiance

 

Lol, thanks for the input guys.

 

Lol this is hilarious!

 

 

What they said!

 

Ill be the 10th person here to say go for choice #2. More grip will be astronomically more important than wheel weight. This isnt drag racing where power rules all.

On a different note, how serious are the tires rubbing? That may be something you want to take care of before you prematurely destroy your tires.

PS: Chu, I find more power and more weight works best for that