I put 22's on a 2000 dodge durango....i had the allignment changed to fit the new size , but someone mentioned it might mess up the transmission is that true ?
2007-02-04 15:12:45 · 7 answers · asked by one_thick_6ft_fine_ass_wht_grl 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Dodge
placing 22's may place a little more strain on the transmission if the newer rims and tires weight is a significant difference from stock. I would ensure you get your speedo re-calibrated to ensure the transmission will be shifting at the correct points. Also, if you do your regular maintenance on your tranny then you should get normal life out of your tranny.
Also, you may notice you are going threw brakes (pads & rotors) quicker because of the heavier weight of your 22's and tires from stock and may cause your stopping distances to increase. If this is an issue then I would look at upgrading your calipers and rotors to a larger size.
2007-02-05 11:23:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
whenever you cut down the size of your sidewall, other components like your suspension will take a bit more of a beating. Going from factory alloys with big tires where the tires do alot of aborbing from driving and accelerating, to 22's where the tire will almost have NO flex at all will cause some problems.. Drivetrain problems I don't think are common from tire upgrades.. think about it.. If you have a 16 inch tire and a 22 inch tire... but the OVERALL diameter is the same or close, your trans shouldn't be working any harder, neither should your motor.
With a 225/65R16 tire you have a overall diameter of 27.51 inches. with a 275/25R22 tire you have a 27.41 inch diameter. Watch out for Brake fade! Upgrade your brakes to a larger ddiameter and get some polyurethane bushings with some heavy duty suspension components for a safer and more depndable ride. remember... 22's don't make a very comfy ride either! =)
2007-02-04 15:50:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some say that.. i've heard it myself but as long as you drive normal and take care of it i dont see why 22's should mess it up. i mean now days some vehicle come factory with 20's and 22's.
2007-02-04 15:22:42 · answer #3 · answered by SPEEDY 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could cause the trans to work a little harder than ususal to turn the monsterous wheels. That, and your spedometer readings will be off until it is recalibrated.
2007-02-04 15:17:07 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
no. transmission problems happen because of driving style, part failure, neglect, or just wear out.
2007-02-04 15:21:12 · answer #5 · answered by zombewolf 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
N0 but it will mess up speedometer readings + or -
2007-02-05 13:24:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Throw some "D's" on that b---h!
2007-02-04 21:39:57 · answer #7 · answered by Duh!!! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋