Proud new Owner of a Silver PC 2.. I am looking at switching from the factory 15" wheels to the following setup: 16x7 Konig Bronze Helium 40mm offset 195/50-16 in either a 17-18lb tire as I am looking at the following tires: -Kumho Ecsta 4X -General Tire G MAXAS-03 -Continental ExtremeContact DWS With a 17lb tire my wheel/tire combo should be 32.2lbs vs. 32.5lbs stock. If I keep the weight that close to stock will I assume I will only experience a slight drop in mpg due to the tire being wider and stretched a bit on that 7" rim. Do you guys think I will experience any rubbing with that setup? I am planning on installing some Tanabe Lowering Springs as well.. Just as soon as I figure out which ones and how low I want to go. I am attaching a picture of bronze wheels on a Silver Car so you guys don't think it will look hideous (although you still might, lol)
I love those wheels, but I have no idea about rubbing issues. I was thinking about those with Michelin Harmony 185/60/15.
Assuming you meant 195/50-16 and you're in the ballgame. Also keep in mind none of those tires are LRR, so chances are your fuel economy will take a hit. Of the lot, however, the Conti DWS's are excellent. A friend of mine has the DWS's on his Honda CR-Z and still gets well over the EPA economy ratings, FWIW they may be good for a non-LRR tire. The bronze wheels will look good once you lower it, but IMO they'll look a bit off until you do. As a side bonus, brake dust will be hidden better by the wheel finish.
My choice in that size would be the Continental DWS. It's a good tire at a good price despite not being as efficient as LRR tires.
Sorry I definitely meant 16" for the tire.... Thanks guys for the recommendation on the DWS tire, I will give it some serious consideration...
