STock gt rims, aftermarket suspension Options

[devilsden97]

I was looking into purchasing some kyb sturts and either sportline or TRD lowering springs, my original plan was to buy stock matrix rims, 16" oppose to my stock 15" celica GT rims. But im having trouble finding matrix rims, either the newer style (04+) or the older (00-03). I was just wondering how the ride would be with the stock 15's and with the car sitting an inch to and inch and a half lower. Would it be alot bumpier (if thats even a word) I know with the droped suspension it will stiffen up, but would it be better to get larger rims and tires????

Thoughts? Opinions? Maybe some hits on matrix rims? Thanks

[Bigmeanbulldog55]

Oh dang, I can't believe your actually going to lower it with stock rims? That's just dumb. No one should ever do that. It would look and ride like crap. You need to go out and get you at least a set of 17s for that, man. If you can't afford it or need extra cash, hit me up because I'd like to buy your stock wheels. lol

the only "dumb" thing here is the reply you just posted.

the ride will be a tiny bit harsher with lowering springs, but the stock rim& tire combo will help keep it on the softer side.
once you go up in size on your rims, the ride will get stiffer cause of the reasons player posted.

Hey man, it was a joke. I just want his wheels, that why I said that. Sarcasum isn't easily read on here though. I should have typed a j/k thing or something. Devilden, if I were you, I would actually keep the stock wheels and tires. Pressure is right in what he says, the stock wheels will keep it running softer. If you want to get the effect of having bigger wheels, you can go with a 205/50, or 205/45 profile next time you change your tires. This may not be the best thing visually for filling fender wells, but it is the best thing for performance. Having the stock 15 instead of 17's, and especially with a little lower profile, will help acceleration, braking, and handling. I doubt I'll ever put anything bigger than a 16 on my Celica. I guess I may do a lightwieght 17 if I get in some serious tarmac racing. I doubt I'll ever do that though.