1. Choose the appropriate wheel rim type
Firstly, it is important to understand that the choice of wheels should vary depending on the vehicle model. Do not assume that you can simply replace the wheels with the ones you want. Wheel rims are mainly divided into steel wheels, aluminum alloy wheels, and magnesium alloy wheels. Steel wheels are the heaviest and relatively cheapest, aluminum alloy wheels are lighter than steel wheels, and magnesium alloy wheels are lighter and softer. The acceleration performance is also better, but it is mainly used for racing vehicles, and magnesium alloy wheels are only used for civilian vehicles in extremely good road conditions.
2. Use compatible tire types
The upgrade of the wheel rim should be synchronized with the tire. When modifying the wheel rim, it is important to pay attention to upgrading it at the same time as the tire, as the size of the tire itself is closely related to the size of the wheel rim. Some vehicle owners may choose second-hand tires, which is an unwise behavior. After all, the texture and lifespan of second-hand tires are somewhat different from new tires, which poses certain hidden dangers to driving safety. So, new tires should be chosen for upgrading the wheel rim.
3. The wheel rim is too big, so the brakes and shock absorbers also need to be adjusted carefully
During the modification process, in addition to considering the modification limit , modifying shock absorbers is the best combination. Good shock absorbers can reduce the metal fatigue caused by ground bumps on the chassis, and enhance suspension stability to maintain the comfort of vehicle ride. A high-performance shock absorber can lower the center of gravity of a vehicle, making it smoother on straight or curved roads. When paired with tires, it provides better grip and flexible handling for drivers.
4. Don't blindly increase the size of the wheel rim for the sake of aesthetics or performance
But some vehicle owners believe that the larger the wheel rim, the wider the tire, the better, but this is not the case. The main reasons are as follows:
(1) If the diameter of the wheel rim is too large, it will cause an increase in torque, which will increase the load on the transmission shaft when it rotates, and weaken the vehicle's starting and accelerating power.
(2) The use of large wheel rims requires the use of tires with low flatness, as the friction contact area with the ground increases and the frictional force increases, resulting in increased fuel consumption.
(3) Replacing tires that are too wide will increase the load on the steering wheel, affecting the handling of the slow steering wheel and shortening the service life of the steering wheel.