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19s for daily driving?

Old May 1, 2004
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19s for daily driving?

I'm planning to get some 19s this summer but I just realized that it might be a problem for daily driving with such huge rims.... I'm not sure though.

How are 19s for daily driving?... any input will be appreciated.
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They will ride pretty rough due to the low profile tires. If there is a lot of potholes then you can possible have a bent Rim in the future. Just go with 17s.
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I have 17s..... tired of them and everyone has 17s on their ride = boring. I really wanna get some 19s but I just realized that daily driving might be a problem. Dunno though thats why I'm askin
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It'll be alright, just becareful. I've had 17's also, and between the two, there is not much difference in the ride.
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im pondering the same change of rim size (17s to 19s) but havent decided yet
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remember forged rims are the best, not easily bent
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Originally posted by 7gencivicboi
remember forged rims are the best, not easily bent
Dont they also cost the most? lease:
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They do look sweet but where I live too ruff, should have got 18's instead of 17's but oh well too late now.
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man, in philly you will be regretting the 19's in the first mile.

i wouldnt get any bigger than 18's, even that i, personally, wouldnt do, but since you GOTTA have them....
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man, in philly you will be regretting the 19's in the first mile.

i wouldnt get any bigger than 18's, even that i, personally, wouldnt do, but since you GOTTA have them....
hehe, i'm debating the samething you said. philly + 19s = not too good. not only cuz of the roads but the people too..... 18s are tight but they are more common... but 19s definatly might cause some unwanted attention. this is a tought choice.... i dont wanna get 18s and then regret it like i am with 17s
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I used to drive 19's daily no problems at all. just invest in a better all around suspension setup .
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however, georgia roads are probably better than philly's. i mean, with 19 you might as well use rubber bands as tires cause thats what youll have. and like mentioned, philly isnt exactly the kind of place you want to attract attention
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^^Kiss them 19s goodbye!
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