Ok, so now I've got my Uno 45 up and running, I'd like it to be able to take corners a bit faster.
Current tyres are the standard size 135/80R13, ditchfinder brand.
Firstly, I'm thinking that 135 is actually too narrow for the standard 4.5" rim (should really be on a 4" rim) and that I should upgrade to the "option" 155/70R13 size. Noticable difference? Should I go wider?
Second option is the set of 14" Alfa/Speedline pepperpot alloys I have lying around. Narrowest tyre I could run on these would be 165/60R14. If I fitted these, I could also fit a set of Alfa 145TD front brakes (254mm disc, non vented), not tested yet (and I would before investing in tyres), but hoping "Fiat parts bin" means the bolt spacings will be the same.
In either case, tyres will be Uniroyal RainExpert, for a good balance between price and performance, sadly they don't make the RainSport in small sizes. Unless anyone wants to suggest something else?
Strut-brace, antiroll bar are all under consideration, but it seems sensible to start with the tyres.
A full suspension refresh is also planned, not sure I want to lower it though.
Current tyres are the standard size 135/80R13, ditchfinder brand.
Firstly, I'm thinking that 135 is actually too narrow for the standard 4.5" rim (should really be on a 4" rim) and that I should upgrade to the "option" 155/70R13 size. Noticable difference? Should I go wider?
Second option is the set of 14" Alfa/Speedline pepperpot alloys I have lying around. Narrowest tyre I could run on these would be 165/60R14. If I fitted these, I could also fit a set of Alfa 145TD front brakes (254mm disc, non vented), not tested yet (and I would before investing in tyres), but hoping "Fiat parts bin" means the bolt spacings will be the same.
In either case, tyres will be Uniroyal RainExpert, for a good balance between price and performance, sadly they don't make the RainSport in small sizes. Unless anyone wants to suggest something else?
Strut-brace, antiroll bar are all under consideration, but it seems sensible to start with the tyres.
A full suspension refresh is also planned, not sure I want to lower it though.