Changing from OEM 16" alloy wheels to OEM 15" alloys.

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  1. Rainking

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    Anything else I need to do besides changing them? I know I have to transfer the TPMS.

    I want the regular profile (better ride), LR tire (better MPG), and better turning radius.
     
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    i have a C4 and i want a set of does oem 16" :rolleyes:
     
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    Go figure. It's actually my wife's Prius C. I have the PiP with only 15". I can't let her have bigger tires than me hahaha.
     
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    I believe the larger turning radius on the C Four with 16" wheels is built in to the mechanical design of the steering, so switching to 15" wheels wouldn't change it.
     
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    Yes it's a different steering rack probably with reduced max steering angle for the larger rim size.

    Nexus 7 ? HD
     
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    Boo!

    Thanks for the info though. Guess these 16 inchers are staying.
     
    #6 Rainking, Feb 9, 2013
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