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01-02-2013, 02:44 AM | #1 |
Drives: 2008 Toyota Yaris RS Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Calgary, AB CANADA
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lightweight tires
Hey Yarisworld,
I need some help, I'm looking for some lightweight tires for some 17" summer wheels. (Ultralight, lightweight, lite) 205/45-17 tires Any ideas? Did a search online and found that people were recommending Toyo Proxes T1sports. Any feedback would be appreciated. |
01-02-2013, 11:31 PM | #2 |
Drives: 2009 5-door, 5-speed Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: White Rock BC
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Unless it is a dyno-queen and HP is your only concern, I wouldn't worry about tire weight. The tire companies make them as light as they can, while doing what they need to do. If weight is the main concern, smaller rims are your best bet (cheaper too).
Last edited by CoryM; 01-03-2013 at 12:18 AM. |
01-03-2013, 12:14 AM | #3 |
Drives: 2012 Yaris SE Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Northern NJ
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To answer your question, the Michelin PSS is probably the lightest tire you'll find in that size(20lbs) and will slap that Toyo silly in every category except price.
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01-07-2013, 11:59 AM | #4 |
Only Happy When it Rains
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most tire companies now list tire weights right on their website.
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01-07-2013, 05:25 PM | #5 |
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Tire rack shows tire weights on their site
Every pound of rotating mass makes a big difference I bought 225-45-17 general g-max in the fall as they're 21lbs/tire. With my 17x8's I'm only at 39lbs/corner on my vibe
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