changing slick size

Old 10-26-2010, 07:43 AM
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im thinking of going from a 28 inch tall slick to a 29 inch tall slick.whats the pro's and con's if any?
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Old 10-26-2010, 09:33 AM
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Pros
More surface area on the ground via larger radius, possibly more MPH, effectively raises gear ratio, changes weight bias.

Cons
Possible interference, effectively raises gear ratio, changes weight bias.

There could be more and some can go either way depending on your combination needs.

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Old 10-26-2010, 01:46 PM
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Not sure what kind of times,rpm and mph you run now but odds are you will see very little change.Just curious what are you trying to gain?If you are looking for larger changes look to the gearing. Approx 6 less rotaions of the tire in the 1/4 going to a 29" tire.... JMO
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Old 10-26-2010, 09:16 PM
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The weight ain't going to transfer to the rear wheels as well so you might have probs hooking up.
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