Rico Sapolich wrote: > > In a message dated 10/12/00 6:38:08 PM, rubatoguy@MINDSPRING.COM writes: > > << I can however, fit into most garages. >> > > Todd, > > Is this the reason most peopple lower their vans? > > Rich
My reasons are two fold: 1. I dislike greatly any vehicle of mine that has all that gap atop the tire. My general plans are anti low profile; Wide, tall sidewall tires that fill the wheel well without rubbing. Rim size generally 16" & under. Modern materials/ designs make a taller tire not as much a liability as in the recent past. 2. Lowering (usually) increases the ability to go around a corner and not tip over. This is a rule of thumb that has some rules and can back fire if pushed too far. Also a lowered suspension may be harsher which can be offset by a larger tire. (See above) 3. Bonus reason at no extra charge, don't have to climb up so far to get in. ;) |
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