Who else thinks the HHR shopuld have been RWD
Who else thinks the HHR shopuld have been RWD
11-01-2005, 01:58 PM
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RWD would have been nicer, definitely. However, it would have made the car heavier, and drastically reduced the mileage IMO. FWD designs are more compact and efficient, transmitting power to the road without much loss. I think our 32MPG would probably drop to 22-24 if the HHR were RWD.
Currently I am looking for some "vintage" style custom wheels (think Boyd's abillet aluminum, razor cut), and it's difficult to find any in FWD offsets. I might be contacting some manufacturers to have them custom made.
Good point,
-Mike
Currently I am looking for some "vintage" style custom wheels (think Boyd's abillet aluminum, razor cut), and it's difficult to find any in FWD offsets. I might be contacting some manufacturers to have them custom made.
Good point,
-Mike
11-01-2005, 02:14 PM
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But you give up traction and handling. It would help with weight distribution. I wouldn't have minded paying a little more for gas for a nicer ride. I just cant get used to the front of my vehicle digging in. 
11-01-2005, 02:27 PM
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Originally Posted by SIHHR
RWD Would not be good for me when it snows
11-01-2005, 07:49 PM
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Yeah, like the Solstice! Well...woulda, coulda, shoulda - it's much too late now. My best bet is to wait for the Panel to be released, then buy one, drop in a big block, cage it & tub it out, then go draggin'. 
