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3/16/2010
11:14:18
|  RE: 15" Wheels to 16" ?
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Really? I thought there were more choices in the 15". Maybe more aftermarket 'wheel' choices?
The reason you still see older rigs with 15" wheels and larger tires is the sidewall distance. The slightly smaller wheel gives you more tire (sidewall) flex, more flexability to air down and still reduce damage to the wheel itself,...and as you stated tires are typically cheaper when buying for a 15" vice 16". Larger wheels were developed to clear larger (diameter) brake systems, provide better onroad characteristics (lower profile tire = less sidwall flex), and keep up with market trends.
I think in your case, it would be a matter of personal preference...nothing more.
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