Inovit Frixion 5 in black, 18”

[Tsixer]

Inovit Frixion5 Black Tint, 8.5x19 Et35 9.5x19 Et38 255/45 tyres. Lowered 40mm H&R springs. Koni active suspension.

 

[SWF7Y]

What's the ride like on these? I'm thinking of going for these but with 8.5J all round on 19s or maybe the blitz. Still undecided as yet

 

[Tsixer]

With the Koni Active suspension it feels great. I can't say much more because i've not tried 18 or 20 inch, i went straight for 19's because the common consensus seems to be the best for looks & comfort!

 

[Steve Hales]

I was looking at the 19” Frixion 5 wheels but got a good deal on some used sportline 18” alloys.
Got to say compared to my 17” Devonports the 18” Sportlines are more comfortable and take the pot holes better. I’m on H&R coilovers down about 50mm.

 

[SWF7Y]

I was looking at the 19” Frixion 5 wheels but got a good deal on some used sportline 18” alloys.
Got to say compared to my 17” Devonports the 18” Sportlines are more comfortable and take the pot holes better. I’m on H&R coilovers down about 50mm.

Tbh I'm after T6 sportlines in black and diamond cut but very hard to find at a good price. Hence, looking at inovits. I too am on 17" Davs and looking to lower around 40-50mm. Currently stock set up feels fine. Nothing to rave about. I'm glad to hear both of you guys are saying ride is better and not worse

 

[Steve Hales]

Tbh I'm after T6 sportlines in black and diamond cut but very hard to find at a good price. Hence, looking at inovits. I too am on 17" Davs and looking to lower around 40-50mm. Currently stock set up feels fine. Nothing to rave about. I'm glad to hear both of you guys are saying ride is better and not worse

 

[Ads_Essex]

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@Steve Hales i forgot to ask on the other thread; what tyre size are you running?

 

[Skyliner33]

I was looking at the 19” Frixion 5 wheels but got a good deal on some used sportline 18” alloys.
Got to say compared to my 17” Devonports the 18” Sportlines are more comfortable and take the pot holes better. I’m on H&R coilovers down about 50mm.

In what way would you describe the ride as better?

 

[Steve Hales]

@Steve Hales i forgot to ask on the other thread; what tyre size are you running?

I’m on 255/45R18 103W XL

 

[Steve Hales]

In what way would you describe the ride as better?

On the 17” Davs when I went over a pot hole ect it was harsh but with the 18” it seems smoother.

 

[Skyliner33]

On the 17” Davs when I went over a pot hole ect it was harsh but with the 18” it seems smoother.

Must be placebo as you have less tyre wall on the 18"? Therefore less shock absorption, unless they tyres are significantly different?

 

[Ali-G]

I suppose a smaller wheel is more likely to drop down into potholes whereas a larger wheel is more likely to skip across them.

 

[Skyliner33]

I suppose a smaller wheel is more likely to drop down into potholes whereas a larger wheel is more likely to skip across them.

Not if they overall diameter of the tyre is the same.

 

[Steve Hales]

Not if they overall diameter of the tyre is the same.

The Davs are 7j and the sportlines are 8j so slightly wider but definitely a better ride

 

[Skyliner33]

The Davs are 7j and the sportlines are 8j so slightly wider but definitely a better ride

It's the profile of the tyre that should matter not the width. Smaller profile, - less flex - firmer ride.

 

[SWF7Y]

Inovit Frixion5 Black Tint, 8.5x19 Et35 9.5x19 Et38 255/45 tyres. Lowered 40mm H&R springs. Koni active suspension.

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Did you have to buy TPMS separately when you fitted these? If so, where from and how much? Thanks

 

[Tsixer]

Did you have to buy TPMS separately when you fitted these? If so, where from and how much? Thanks

My van a T28 does not have TPMS.