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Old 02-14-2012, 05:08 PM   #1
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My simple wheels. before / after photos

After scoring a 07 yaris in great shape for under $4,000. I bought some miata rims for it. I found a hollow spoke set with brand new tires. Each wheel only weighs about 10 lbs! I decided not to lower it as of yet because my girlfriend is using it as a commuter.

I noticed an improvement on take-off and acceleration, much more responsive/lighter steering, and overall better ride ( new tire vs old ).

Nothing special, just thought I'd share

Here's pics of it before:







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Old 02-14-2012, 05:29 PM   #2
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the difference in tire size will also contribute to the improvement
but will also throw your speedo off a little
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Old 02-14-2012, 06:02 PM   #3
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Yep. I used the calculator on Miata.net and saw the minor difference.
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Old 02-14-2012, 07:10 PM   #4
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I like those wheels on the Yaris....... a classic look.
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Old 02-15-2012, 12:15 AM   #5
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Didn't expect Miata wheels look good on a Yaris
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Old 02-15-2012, 05:00 AM   #6
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What inch are those wheels?
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Old 02-16-2012, 06:18 AM   #7
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I believe those are the 14" rims from one of the limited models of the NA Miatas.
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Old 02-16-2012, 01:10 PM   #8
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not bad for a start
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Old 02-16-2012, 03:32 PM   #9
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i keep trying to find those for my girlies Miata, lol. they look good :)
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Old 02-16-2012, 03:50 PM   #10
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lol yeah they're pretty hard to find. Apparently it's a great set of wheel for auto x.
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