Flipped meshies

[Ke70alex]

Have jst flipped my meshies and have yet to get tyres for them, i have heard there can be some issues with flipped wheels. I was wondering if anyone has any advice or info for me, thanks.

[Sam-Q]

have you done a search? hey post a pic

[rxbenny]

Valve location

[Sam-Q]

ok I tottaly overlooked that one, bearing load too

[Ke70alex]

yeah i will get a pic up soon .. i know that people do run them, but one of my mates works at a tyre place and told me there is no way of balancing them .. i think even flipped they should be strong enough but im not sure what issues may arise ..

[Sam-Q]

I don't see how it will be any different with balancing

[Ke70alex]

i didnt either but i more concerned if it affects the strength of the wheel, i will be running them on the front ..

[Sam-Q]

depending on the design of the wheel it can actually be stronger in the end that in the unflipped state

[svenmate]

Your valve may not clear the caliper. If its a 14" RockRacing/Volk with any standard sized valve then it should clear adm/jdm ae86 and corolla brakes no worries. Just spin the wheel before you lower the car.

Sam is right, more stress is put on the bearings as the weight of the car and forces of the suspension is put on just the small inside of the wheel and tyre as opposed to the middle. Much wider wheels can have lower offset because the weight and forces of the vehicle are more evenly distributed on the wheel and tire. It shouldn't be a problem but I wouldn't trust it too much for daily use.

Not sure if that makes sense. Its been a long day. lol

Pics can help

[Ke70alex]

they are ssr formula mesh 14x6.5 i think