Tires, Wheels, & Brakes Discussion about wheels, tires, and brakes for the new MINI.

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Old 08-01-2006, 07:13 AM
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which wheels?

Which wheels have absolutely no steering wheel shaking issues at any speed?

Please advice, I am sorry if this topic has been beaten to death!
 
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R84 X-lites are great, had them on 2 MCS and no problems. Also the 15" 7-holies have been excellant.

Don't scrimp on wheels, some of the "less expensive" wheels seem to be heavy and difficult to balance, or mount properly. Whatever you do, do not let the shops use an impact gun to tighten the wheel bolts. They have a tendency to overtighten the bolts making it difficult to get them back off without an impact tool. It can also force a wheel off center if it is not a hub-centric wheel, or is a hub-centric wheel that needs a spacer, or ring, to properly center it.
 
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Originally Posted by Bilbo-Baggins
...Whatever you do, do not let the shops use an impact gun to tighten the wheel bolts. They have a tendency to overtighten the bolts making it difficult to get them back off without an impact tool. It can also force a wheel off center if it is not a hub-centric wheel, or is a hub-centric wheel that needs a spacer, or ring, to properly center it.
Ditto!
 
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