Choose rims / Do not confuse with hubcaps ...
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Wheel choices have more implications than you might imagine, discover the main factors to consider ...
Not to be confused with a cap ...
This article is about aluminum / alloy rims, not sheet metal rims covered with plastic caps. Note, however, that hub caps, which may not be as aesthetically pleasing and useful as alloy wheels, can be replaced inexpensively if they are too worn out. This gives your car a breath of fresh air without breaking the bank, unlike aluminum rims, which would require repair by the bodybuilder (they would be too expensive to replace). Another advantage is that you can change the visual style by simply replacing the hubcaps.
What discs can I wear?
To find out the wheel sizes allowed for your car, you can request them from any technical control center. But in general, the seller has everything well indicated.
Diameter?
Obviously, choosing a specific rim size will have a direct impact on the handling and enjoyment of your vehicle.
First of all, the diameter (eg R15 for 15 inches) will affect the sidewall height of your tires. The larger the diameter, the lower the sidewalls will be. This reduces body roll, but on the other hand reduces comfort. It's up to you based on your tastes and preferences.
Width ?
Width will also be an important factor. You should be aware that tires of different widths can be accommodated on the rim, obviously within certain limits. The wider the width, the more grip you will have when cornering, which increases roadholding. However, this will also increase consumption as well as the risk of aquaplaning on wet roads.
Needle type?
The choice of spokes and therefore the style of your rims will have consequences that you may not necessarily foresee.
First of all, thin spokes will help cool the brakes better, which is all the more beneficial if you have a muscular ride, and even more so if you are doing a circle. However, this may slightly affect aerodynamics, but the effects are subtle or almost.
Well ventilated discs speed up disc cooling
Another important point that we do not often think about is the washing of the latter. The more complex the discs and the more difficult they are to put together from different parts, the longer it will take to clean them. And when it comes to making 20 spokes by hand, trying to remove tough black soot, you may regret your choice.
The rims on the left will be easier to clean than the rims on the right.
Dirty discs greatly reduce their attractiveness ... And many neglect this aspect. Unfortunately, the longer they wait, the harder it will be to make them shine.
Composition:
Rims are usually made of aluminum alloy, which can reduce the weight of the latter and therefore improve the vehicle's maneuverability. Steel rims covered with hubcaps are usually made of steel, heavier….
In the highest class, you can even find magnesium or carbon wheels, further contributing to the increase in weight and rigidity.
Resale
Do not forget also that one day you may need to resell your expensive and loving car. In this case, as with the personalization of Captur, it will be necessary to please as many people as possible, avoiding too much eccentricity. It's the same with the format: if the tires that come with the rim are rare and thin, the resale success will certainly be less.
However, on the other hand, well-chosen and profitable discs will become an indisputable asset that can provoke a customer's passion. It is best to choose rims of the same brand as the car in order to maintain consistency.
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Vimarko (Date: 2016, 06:09:10)
What good reviews on the ESP from Mezrcedes, I have a C class, 4 years old, not a XNUMXmatic diesel.
Rear-wheel drive, does ESP work the same, loss of control in snow, parking in meadows, heavy mud on the road ..
Answer at the dealership, direct me to 4matic.
But in particular, going to the menu to turn off ESP completely is sporty but effective.
On top of that, I may have a bit of a sporty drive, but my 225X45-17 tires are less than 18000km, which is 5000XNUMX less than my old car equipped with the same equipment, without ESP and front-wheel drive.
Please answer me
Il I. 3 reaction (s) to this comment:
- Administrator SITE ADMINISTRATOR (2016-06-09 11:32:07): There is nothing worse than driving on very slippery ground. ESP clipping can sometimes really get done if the wheels are slipping.
4matic (4X4) is the obvious solution...
When it comes to tire wear, it will generally wear out the rear wheels faster than on your old car because it is rear-wheel drive (traction on the rear wheels wears them out more). In addition, wear is also associated with the geometry of the chassis of the vehicle, as well as the tenderness of the rubber.
- Vimarko (2016-06-09 14:17:46): Спасибо,
Thus, in winter and depending on the situation, you must first select “activate / deactivate” ESP in the steering wheel menu and react in the middle of a bend and oscillate along the path.
And I re-sign to change the front and rear tires every 18000 km, even with a little soft rubber (instead of 25000 km, with traction)
Hence, perhaps, the success of the new class A.
- Administrator SITE ADMINISTRATOR (2016-06-09 16:17:04): You usually don't need to touch the ESP except to exit a bad patch or drift (I doubt you will).
The A-Class will be a little more confident on slippery ground, but be aware that your C-Class is from a different pedigree with its longitudinal engine and rear-wheel traction (much nobler architecture compared to the very popular Class A transverse engine. engine) .
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MOVING (Date: 2016, 04:10:17) |
A very very good site where we can find out more about my mechanic. Thank you so much for everything you do Il I. 2 reaction (s) to this comment:
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