Stretched Tyres - Safe?
Discussion
After having been to a VW show on Sunday I've seen enough deep dished wheels and smoothed bumpers to last a lifetime. Whilst I love the wheels I'm not so convinced on the stretched tyres many of them utilise. I have entertained the notion of some deep dish rims for mine and have had people saying use stretched tyres to ensure arch clearance. It's always struck me as something not especially safe for road use, especially when combined with crazy camber. So is it safe or would you avoid it on anything remotely quick?
It was Ultimate Dubs, which was at the International Centre near Telford. Dubs aren't really my thing but it was a good day out nonetheless. I believe the reason it's done is so you can get the car lower due to a smaller sidewall. Also, I can't imagine having such a large camber on a fwd car does much for stability or handling
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