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Originally posted by 1990new View PostFestiva Lug bolts vs Lug bolts I used with my Miata Wheels.
The bigger one is from a 2001 Kia Rio. I used these to mount my Miata Wheels on Trixie.
The total length of the threads is only 1 mm longer than the Festiva lugs, but the conical shoulder
piece is bigger and there is a washer at the top of it also. The conical angle appears to be the same.
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Festiva Lug bolts vs Lug bolts I used with my Miata Wheels.
The bigger one is from a 2001 Kia Rio. I used these to mount my Miata Wheels on Trixie.
The total length of the threads is only 1 mm longer than the Festiva lugs, but the conical shoulder
piece is bigger and there is a washer at the top of it also. The conical angle appears to be the same.
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Seems like I weighted them at one point but now I don't remember how much they weighted.
I sold the those Kia wheels some time ago and then finally gave away the Escort wheels after I sold the tires that were on them.
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Originally posted by 1990new View Post
I haven't been able to touch the Kia Rio alloys yet, so I don't know what they weigh. May be you can tell me how heavy the Kia Rio alloy rims feel compared to the lightweight Miata rims that you are now running? Could you tell the difference?
I really don't want to strap a heavy rim on my car. Those Miata rims are only about 11lbs. Rio alloys ?Last edited by wwwdotgov; 11-22-2016, 01:33 AM.
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Originally posted by fudge View Posthey I might have missed it but I was wondering what year kia rios it would be best to do this with?
Sorry.. I clicked on the link from my email and didn't see Toms post until I had already posted.Last edited by 1990new; 10-31-2016, 11:10 AM.
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hey I might have missed it but I was wondering what year kia rios it would be best to do this with?
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Originally posted by 1990new View PostCamber got much better after I cut one ring off the Rio Springs.
No idea about specs. Took it to nearby TreadQuarters for alignment and they said they did the best they could do to get it straight with my modifications. Going on close to two years now and the tires seem to be wearing evenly. It rides much better with about 600 pounds in it, otherwise it rides like a go cart.
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Originally posted by ryanprins13 View PostOk, I know this is an old thread, but how do you like the Rio front suspension? What wheel alignment specs did you end up going with?
No idea about specs. Took it to nearby TreadQuarters for alignment and they said they did the best they could do to get it straight with my modifications. Going on close to two years now and the tires seem to be wearing evenly. It rides much better with about 600 pounds in it, otherwise it rides like a go cart.
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Ok, I know this is an old thread, but how do you like the Rio front suspension? What wheel alignment specs did you end up going with?
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Got the new Miata wheels and tires installed on Trixie.
Only trouble is the lug bolts are more exposed and they don't look so good. I'm going to take them out and spray them with aluminum paint.
Anyone have a better idea.
Now I a perfectly good set of 175/65 R14 tires and wheels that I don't need. 2 on Escort alloy wheels and 2 on Kia alloy wheels. All in great shape.
Last edited by 1990new; 01-04-2015, 01:04 PM.
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One down ... three to go. Getting the old baked on brake dust off was a lot of work but it sure does improve the looks.
I put a good coat of wax on it too.
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Found these today at LKQ on their half price sale day. After I get them cleaned up I will be putting them on Trixie.
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Originally posted by nitrofarm View PostNEW, All you have to do is park the car on flat concrete and put a large object up against the wheel. I have a large 90 deg carpenter square that I use. But you can use a large pail,anything that will sit flat on the ground.And will touch the bottom and top of the tire.Obviously your looking for a little day light in between the square & the top edge of tire.You don't want any positive camber at normal ride height (dont know where you heard that). To adjust your positive camber out.Simply grind your top strut bolt hole (Strut not Spindle) with a slot that allows you to tip the spindle inboard.
Don't get your toe set by a pro until you get your Camber set,waste of money....
alignment after suspension mods like these are made. Alignment is done at static but the mods alter the dynamic characteristics too. I will have to try to find a level place to do the camber check. I'm sure my driveway is not perfectly level. I put a level top to bottom across the front tires and they appear to be only a fraction off from level. Here is a link that I found helpful in explaining alignment.
http://www.agcoauto.com/content/news/p2_articleid/145
I check the autozone specs for the 02 Kia Rio and the camber shows .45 to .60+
The camber specs in my Festiva manual show camber should be .40 to .55 not greater than .55+
I'll find a good level spot and do as you suggest before I take it in... Thanks.Last edited by 1990new; 12-27-2014, 08:28 PM.
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