paparaz Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 Hi all: I have a 1990 legacy wagon, I would like to know what I need to do to put bigger tires on plus rise car up. With the prise of gas going up and me driving 100 miles a day. taller tires sould give me afew more MGP. I know the taller the tires the less power on take off, but I dont even know were to start in moding the suspension. Any help, would greatly help me out, Thanks Paparaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numbchux Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 unfortunately, I don't have any specific help, but I can point you in the right direction. first off, here, your legacy is in the newer generation.... second, for raising it, check out the off road forum for lots of info regarding that, check out the FAQ link at the top for some info, than search around for more, you're not the only one with these questions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamal Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 "rising" the suspension and putting on taller tires isn't going to do much for mileage. I hear civics get great economy, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offroadsubaruguy Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 use outback struts with legacy tops and you'll get a little taller. it will also allow you to run a much taller tire of your choice... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paparaz Posted August 20, 2005 Author Share Posted August 20, 2005 OOP, missed the before 1990 in the older generation box, and thanks for the info. Paparaz unfortunately, I don't have any specific help, but I can point you in the right direction. first off, here, your legacy is in the newer generation.... second, for raising it, check out the off road forum for lots of info regarding that, check out the FAQ link at the top for some info, than search around for more, you're not the only one with these questions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrian Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 If you want better gas mileage, what you have to do is *lower* the suspension, and pump up the tires with more air. Smaller tires would also help, but they'd move your gearing in the wrong direction. There's room for a teeny bit of underbody aero improvement, but realistically, that's not worth pursuing. Then there's weight reduction. If you never use the rear seats, and there's a lot of red lights or hills on your way to work, lose them and the rear floor mats. The 4WD setup weighs a bit, but if you're thinking that FWD is okay, get a '90 Civic. <img> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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