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Old Aug 14, 2005 | 02:15 PM
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What is the purpose for having back tires bigger then front and is it good for regular driving or is it just for racing.
Old Aug 14, 2005 | 04:07 PM
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You can fit bigger tires in the back, in the front there is not enough room, plus bigger tires make it harder to steer and require better brakes. Bigger tires are for traction, having bigger tires in the rear does not necessarily improve handling.
Old Aug 14, 2005 | 05:50 PM
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makes you look bada$$
also when your gunning it, they dont break traction as easy so Mr. Policeman cant be a dick and pull you over for reckless driving
Old Aug 14, 2005 | 06:38 PM
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looks and traction.. simple
Old Aug 14, 2005 | 07:20 PM
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Thanks for the input, but does it affect everyday driving
Old Aug 14, 2005 | 07:35 PM
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no it sure doesnt, i have 275's on the rear of mine and there was no difference
Old Aug 14, 2005 | 07:38 PM
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I am doing it for mainly looks, and partially for traction.
some people know im going DOWN to 15's from 17's, and most people think it will be gay, but i dont care, i love it on mitch's wifes car

as far as daily driving, having bigger tires in the back wont affect you as long as you arent a roaddemon. Most normal driving wont be spirited enough to break tires loose. so as long as you dont have 100% bald tires, it shouldnt matter what size they are.

unless you consider the cost of tires in your daily driving, then obviously wider tires are gonna cost you a bit more.
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