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Originally Posted by workinman
less surface of the tire contacting to the road = less friction. taller tires have to rotate less than smaller tires, creating a higher gear ratio (when they're on the drive wheels, meaning the front of a front wheel drive car and rear of a rear wheel drive car) just be careful because this could knock your speedometer outta wack a little.
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stay within manufacturers specs or for 1- you sacrifice flex on the suspension and your fender will hit your tire on a big bump. I went down this road tryingto get higher profile tires for my truck so i could have clearance on bush roads.
harder rubber means less friction and less traction. that means as much in an Alabama rainstorm as it does in the icy grip of a Canadian winter.
rule of thumb- best advice - whatever tires you got keep them properly inflated and balanced for optimal performance. the right tires for the vehicle are what was designed for them.
you want tires with a wide channel between the treads, this allows for better contact with the road and clearance of snow and water(resistance) to keep tread on the road and not hydroplaning or slipping or pushing snow. don't spin your tires, it's extra mileage.
optimal driving+optimal maintenance equals optimal performance and optimal efficiency.
remember- the least efficient component is the "nut" behind the wheel.
safe driving
Sim
I'm the guy going the speed limit in the well tuned shitty green truck.
