>>6394590I actually have a couple plates like that from my youth- 2x2s with studs on both sides, that are still one plate thick instead of the quarter-plate (?) thickness of the one on the left. They're old Mega Bloks parts.
>>6394583The thinner axle brings them in tighter but I'm still not a fan of the tire chunkiness when used on standard sedans/sports cars/etc. Plus, the 17.5mm tires can fit the smaller wheels including the dog-dish style solid ones and those are just marvelous for putting on your favorite brick-built shitbox.
Ironically I don't mind the new 'sporty' wheel/tire combo they've used on a couple vehicles- the thinner sidewall helps it out a lot, even if the actual size is still as big as Ol' Chunky.