Need some help/opinions for my s13

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rek916
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I need some of you guys opinions since Im not so experienced on these matters-

I have a stock '90 s13, good engine, with 3 15 in wheels, and a 14 INCH steelie on one rear wheel, due to me replacing the shock/control arms a few days ago.

Now my question is, with the way my car is set up (with my 14 in steelie), will my car be safe to drive on a 7 hour long road trip? I know this may sound dumb, but I really don't have anyone else to turn to to ask, so please give me your opinions, thanks


RBpoweredSileighty
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it should be ok, but you'll ware down the treads on all 4 tires alot more.

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compression
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Is the outside diameter of the 14" wheel any different than the O.D. of the others? If the OD is different, then that one tire is going to turn at a different rate than the others.If you have a limited slip rear differential, then it will ruin it on a 7 hour trip. For an open differential, I am not sure how it will effect it. You may want to put the odball on the front...but then your alignment might be effected, and the car may pull to one side.BUt if the OD's are the same, dont worry about it.


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