let's examine this subject a little more ...
what will a staggered set-up do to your car<br> <br> #1.) increase the already massive amount of understeer<br> #2.) not allow for tire rotation creating more tire wear<br> #3.) create and tremendous amount of stress on the 4-matic system without exact diameter matching tires which is not that easy to accomplish.<br> #4.) the traction control and ABS are also very sensitive so there are possible problems there also<br> <br> Now, this is just a short look at this subject but in conclusion the staggered set-up would hurt the handling of the car, raise the operating cost, possibly hurt the 4-matic system, make tire shopping much more difficult, and possibly cause on-board computer problems with the ABS and traction control systems, but it will in some peoples opinion look a little better. Is it really worth it ? I don't think so that is why I will not recommend the staggered fitment on any 4-matic cars that do not use a viscous drive differential.<br> <br>
[email protected]<br> <br> On a side note, I'm not sure but, the MBUSA site very likely does not differentiate between 4-matic and non-4-matic cars in their database when it considers options. I know many MB dealers and none of them will offer the staggered wheels for a 4-matic model.
