huwliddell
September 7, 2010, 12:27 pm
Hi there ,
Can someone help ? I have a 2001 Mondeo 1.8LX and am looking for a nice set of Alloy wheels to go on it ! Question is : What size wheel is best for the best drive ? and what width tyre ? dont want to jeopordise the ride just to look good
Thanks in advance
Newbie ! (HUW)
misterinley
September 11, 2010, 4:58 pm
Hi, I'm assuming you have a mk3, if so, i have a zetec s mk3 with 18 inch alloys on it.. feels a little harder ride than say a zetec with 16 inch rims on but not much difference at all (225/40/R18 tyres) many of the facelifted ghia models had 17 inchers on so i cant see ride being that bad at all, another one to consider is the 18s off the jag x type with the split 5 spoke rims, they look a bit different on a mk3 mondeo. Now im assuming here you're wanting ford wheels rather than aftermarket. Whichever ford rims you go with though, they will certainly make your LX look way better.
bigbossowen
September 12, 2010, 3:39 am
i found this helpfull
http://www.carlsalter.com/wheel_fitments.html
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
http://www.1010tires.com/WheelOffsetCalculator.asp
hope these help
gary
huwliddell
October 1, 2010, 10:40 am
Thanks both , for your replies ! something to think about , was only thinking 17's but 18's maybe an option too ! cheers both.
Focus_ST-3
October 2, 2010, 2:31 pm
I would say, go for the 205/50 R17 alloys. Good balance between ride, handling and looks