i think I found it: When Shopping for wheels is bigger really better

EDIT: scratch that, that's not the article. Although it's still a good read.

 

Just throwing in my .02, not that I am anything special...

Currently in a 2003 JB MC with SS+, front camber is obviously fixed and rear is the max it can go while still being even (exact numbers escape me at the moment). Currently toting SSR Competition-knockoff wheels size 16x6.5 wrapped in well used V700's at 225-50/16. Tires are so well used that they have been flipped on the rim and are soon to be replaced with V710's.


Here's the kicker: There's a guy in HS flogging a 2004 Civic SI with Koni Yellows and 215/40/16 V710's and he's kicking my butt by about 2 seconds each event with him first, me second.

All things being equal, I feel like my cooper should be faster. All things aren't equal... he's a much better driver. I've been competing for just over 2 years, he's going on 8 I believe. He's attended schools, test and tunes, track days and has done a lot of reading... I have not. I only get 1 event in per month at most, and the wife drives the car daily... I only get a few hours behind the wheel of it each week.

Personally, I know that my challenge is driver experience, which I sorely need.

I purchased the MINI used from an autocrosser who did quite well in it, and after taking his advice I'll pass it on.. Toss a set of stickies on it and get out there with it as often as possible.

 

true that, im trying to get rid of my 17s if anyone is interested

 

justintime,
Your listed mods take you right out of stock class. Short shifters, CAI's and Sparco seats are not allowed. You are looking at STS class.

 

I know, The shortshifter and cai are brand new. The 17" rims are heavier and tires are more expensive thats why im trying to get rid of them. I havn't had the opportunity to run sts yet but this following week I will =] Im hoping for the best

edit: oh and no sparco seats haha, the shiftnob is bumped down for somereason..