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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage SE wussie cvt edition. 1.2 automatic: 37.7 mpg (US) ... 16.0 km/L ... 6.2 L/100 km ... 45.3 mpg (Imp)
Dirk Diggler (01-26-2022)
Really? Now I don't feel so dumb for having a feelings Journal.
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage SE wussie cvt edition. 1.2 automatic: 37.7 mpg (US) ... 16.0 km/L ... 6.2 L/100 km ... 45.3 mpg (Imp)
Dirk Diggler (01-26-2022)
The alloys felt good. I had, what I felt like, better acceleration from a stop, but it all could just be in my head. I'll report if mpg is a little better. Does anyone know if OEM alloys weigh less than OEM steelies?
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage SE wussie cvt edition. 1.2 automatic: 37.7 mpg (US) ... 16.0 km/L ... 6.2 L/100 km ... 45.3 mpg (Imp)
Dirk Diggler (01-26-2022)
I think they look really good Dirk! I think some aftermarket rims look too flashy. I like the Mirage alloys wheels from the various years & trim levels.
I think the dot lining up with the valve stem is a non-issue. Especially if they made the dot on the tire before removing the tires from your factory rims. Shops do that when they are removing tires & putting them back on the same rims. That way they may not have to re-balance the wheel.
In your case, you were putting your factory tires & sensors on different alloy rims. The wheels would need to be balanced regardless of where the dot is. As long as they are mounted, balanced, and installed on your wheels correctly, that's all that really matters. You can fret about something else!
Did your 13/16" tire wrench fit the alloy lug nuts? Many of the aftermarket lug nuts listed for a Mirage are 3/4". Not a big deal either way. Just requires the right size socket opening.
I think your new Mirage looks sharp! Hope you enjoy the new wheels!