[jk6672]

Originally Posted by Lemans_Blue_M

Actually, I think he literally meant the wind drag created by the exposed wheel lip.

The recessed centers on deep dish wheels create an actual cavity that his co-worker seems to think will create a higher drag coefficient on the car at speed. (at least that's what it sounds like from the OP's description)

I don't think he was talking about wheel weight at all...

yes, thats, what he ment