Re: UFO brake rotor question

[C1J1Miller <C1J1Miller@aol.com>]

you said (in reference to UFOs):
<<No, you,ve missed the point. Audi designed these things to get a bigger

rotor inside a 15" wheel. They suceeded in their task, but why would a

company that fitted 15" wheel to the Ur-q at the start of the decade not

just use 16" at the end of the decade?



Cheers



John Firkins>>

As I recall, they wanted to stay with 15" rims because of the better ride they
provide.  Recall that these were on the V8 and 200q; sporty sedans, yet
leaning more towards luxury in their target market.  The 16's are better for
handling, yet a bit more harsh, with less sidewall to absorb bumps.  Plus, 15"
tires are cheaper towards their bottom line... although with designing a new
brake system that dosn't go far...

Chris Miller, Windham NH, c1j1miller@aol.com, '91 200q