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I gotta say that having big rims on older cars isn't just an esthetic mistake, it is also hard on the car. Larger rims add unsprung weight, which means that when you hit a bump, your shocks have to absorb not just the impact, but also the inertia of the heavier rim. This means that more of the impact gets through the shocks and bushing to the frame, which makes the ride rougher, and increases wear and tear on the car. Also, lower profile tires decrease the amount of impact that the tires themselves absorb, again increasing wear on the vehicle. Finally, low profile tires don't have as much flex as stock tires, which means that when you hit a bump while cornering, the tires are more likely to break loose and skid.
All this, added to the fact that older suspensions are generally rougher than new anyways, adds up to a poorly performing car that will wear badly.
That being said, I do like the looks of most of these cars(aside from the wheels, obviously), and I can see that these are master-work quality resorations.
Oh, yeah:GOOD PICS!!
Sorry about the rant.
All this, added to the fact that older suspensions are generally rougher than new anyways, adds up to a poorly performing car that will wear badly.
That being said, I do like the looks of most of these cars(aside from the wheels, obviously), and I can see that these are master-work quality resorations.
Oh, yeah:GOOD PICS!!
Sorry about the rant.
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From: Salina, KS
Originally Posted by GonneVille
I gotta say that having big rims on older cars isn't just an esthetic mistake, it is also hard on the car. Larger rims add unsprung weight, which means that when you hit a bump, your shocks have to absorb not just the impact, but also the inertia of the heavier rim. This means that more of the impact gets through the shocks and bushing to the frame, which makes the ride rougher, and increases wear and tear on the car. Also, lower profile tires decrease the amount of impact that the tires themselves absorb, again increasing wear on the vehicle. Finally, low profile tires don't have as much flex as stock tires, which means that when you hit a bump while cornering, the tires are more likely to break loose and skid.
All this, added to the fact that older suspensions are generally rougher than new anyways, adds up to a poorly performing car that will wear badly.
That being said, I do like the looks of most of these cars(aside from the wheels, obviously), and I can see that these are master-work quality resorations.
Oh, yeah:GOOD PICS!!
Sorry about the rant.
All this, added to the fact that older suspensions are generally rougher than new anyways, adds up to a poorly performing car that will wear badly.
That being said, I do like the looks of most of these cars(aside from the wheels, obviously), and I can see that these are master-work quality resorations.
Oh, yeah:GOOD PICS!!
Sorry about the rant.
They are all beautiful, don't get me wrong here. I LOVE old cars!!! Ask Will.
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From: Central IL
Originally Posted by GonneVille
I gotta say that having big rims on older cars isn't just an esthetic mistake, it is also hard on the car. Larger rims add unsprung weight, which means that when you hit a bump, your shocks have to absorb not just the impact, but also the inertia of the heavier rim. This means that more of the impact gets through the shocks and bushing to the frame, which makes the ride rougher, and increases wear and tear on the car. Also, lower profile tires decrease the amount of impact that the tires themselves absorb, again increasing wear on the vehicle. Finally, low profile tires don't have as much flex as stock tires, which means that when you hit a bump while cornering, the tires are more likely to break loose and skid.
All this, added to the fact that older suspensions are generally rougher than new anyways, adds up to a poorly performing car that will wear badly.
That being said, I do like the looks of most of these cars(aside from the wheels, obviously), and I can see that these are master-work quality resorations.
Oh, yeah:GOOD PICS!!
Sorry about the rant.
All this, added to the fact that older suspensions are generally rougher than new anyways, adds up to a poorly performing car that will wear badly.
That being said, I do like the looks of most of these cars(aside from the wheels, obviously), and I can see that these are master-work quality resorations.
Oh, yeah:GOOD PICS!!
Sorry about the rant.
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