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08-23-2007, 03:42 AM | #1 |
Drives: 2007 Toyota Yaris HB Join Date: Jul 2007
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"Roll-out!" ...on 18" or more?
I'd like your opinions on something...
Do you think 18" rims or bigger looks rather too big on a Yari Hatchback? In my opinion, 18" or more makes the Yari look even more "bubbly" or "rounded"... you know what i mean? I even saw one guy w/ 20" on his Yari HB. ..lol, i thought that was going overboard- 20" on a Yaris hatchback? C'mon now! I think 15s, 16s, & 17s are just right for a Yari HB. And again, this is just my opinion; I can't tell you what looks good or not. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. What's your opinion? |
08-23-2007, 03:53 AM | #2 |
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I'm running 18's, yes, they look damn good, but because of the very low profile tires, comfort goes down and you will want to cry every time you hit a pothole or rock on the road.
Personally, i would say 16" is ideal on this car. You should take a look through the "post your aftermarket rim pics" thread in the wheels and suspension sub-forum, everyone has posted their pictures of different wheel sizes and styles. it should help you decide.
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08-23-2007, 04:16 AM | #3 |
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Yea- i've seen your Yari, eTiMaGo...and, hot damn that's a good lookin' Yari!
A red Yari w/ White rims is always a good match! |
08-23-2007, 09:32 AM | #4 |
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I would stick with 17's on the Yaris. 18's are fine and all. I just think they're too big for the car.
No offense eTiMaGo. I know your car looks good with em. :)
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08-23-2007, 07:20 PM | #5 |
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I think 18's look great with low profile tire..looking at some tomorrow..but for comfort..16's are the sweet spot for most..with some light(weight) rims..
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08-23-2007, 08:37 PM | #6 | |
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I mean, here's the result of the unfortunate avoidal of a stupid motorcycle and the meeting of a large diopter (cat's eye) block and my wheel... Pay attention to the top edge of the rim... Thankfully it's only cosmetic damage, but it could have been avoided with some smaller wheels
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08-23-2007, 09:09 PM | #7 |
Is that a bend in the rim???
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08-23-2007, 09:36 PM | #9 |
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yeah a bit of a flat spot on the edge there... Doesn't affect anything, btu there is a slight vibration through the steering wheel when I get to high speeds (90MPH+), which is not so often...
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08-23-2007, 10:22 PM | #10 | |
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That's one thing i hate about larger rims- the thinner the tires get, the more riskier it is to drive on uneven pavement. |
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08-23-2007, 11:20 PM | #11 |
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Hey to each there own.... some ppl like 13 inch wire wheels that stick out from there fenders, some like 17's nicely tucked, yet others monster truck there ride just so they can ride on 26's..... it is all about what YOU like and to what extremes you are willing to take you and your ride to achive what you want
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08-24-2007, 12:30 AM | #12 |
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damn eTIMago your rims are freaking hot. ive never been a fan of white rims but damn thats very nice!
what tyres are you running on your 18's? |
08-24-2007, 12:49 AM | #13 |
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I think 18's look damn good on the yaris! I didn't have a choice on rim size because mine came with :) i was waiting for my yaris forever, and when they finally found a blue manual with power package i couldnt say no! The ride can be rough at times, and the road noise on the freeway is a bit much. I would probably go with a smaller rim if road noise and comfort is a factor, but if not then 18's are awesome :) Its like wearing heals . . . they look damn good but hurt like hell! The price to pay to be pretty, right?
Anyways here are some pics of my car and my rims. These are the TRD rims that are optional with the car. The tires are yokohama parada spec 2's. |
08-24-2007, 08:44 AM | #14 |
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I have 17 on mine... the other day I found out that a nail made its way in the rubber and since I have a 40 profile by the time I made it to the tire shop the rim destroyed the sidewall, so I recommend that if you go with low profile, do a walk around your car before driving it
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08-24-2007, 05:28 PM | #15 |
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Dam...YamilR,,so what was the out come of that..did you get the fire wall fixed ??
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09-02-2007, 04:54 AM | #18 |
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hey just a warning to you all, bigger rims doesnt always mean more grip! so with the Yaris For safety reasons I would NOT go bigger than 18s. 17s probably the perfect set. goodluck!
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