18" OEM Wheels!!!

[SHINCHU86]

Originally Posted by bambbrose

I think these are horrible.

Almost as bad as the OEM 17" wheels. The BBS look much nicer IMO.

I think a wide 17" with proper offsets will be the best.

QFT

first mod = rolled fenders

[blur]

Originally Posted by speed-wiz

It's too bad because wheels with lower or negative offsets usually look much better.

Negative offset? Enlighten me..?

looked it up, aesthetics only ewwww

[JDLM]

Originally Posted by SHINCHU86

QFT

first mod = rolled fenders

Already done from factory from what I read....

[koyv90]

What would be the best offset for performance do you guys think? Why do people want ridiculously big wheels like 18s or 19s? Aren't 17s usually preferred as a mix of looks and performance?

[JFC]

Originally Posted by SHINCHU86

QFT

first mod = rolled fenders

Um correct me if im wrong but arent the GT86 fenders already rolled??

Pretty sure seen a pic of it at the Japan Launch.

[LSxJunkie]

Originally Posted by SHINCHU86

QFT

first mod = rolled fenders

Already done.

Originally Posted by blur

Negative offset? Enlighten me..?

looked it up, aesthetics only ewwww

Negative offset doesn't always mean dumped, poked, and hellaflushed and all that malarky. You can have a negative offset wheel that fits just fine on the car. It really depends on the car. If you have hubs that sit way inboard of the fender, proper fitment will probably involve a negative offset wheel.

What people (I hope) mean is lower offset. They want the wheel to sit farther out, closer to the fender. It's a completely aesthetic choice. However, once you pass a certain point, your car starts to look like hammered dogshit and negative impacts handling.

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However, what's just as bad is seeing a car lowered on stock wheels sitting an inch in from the fender.

[LSxJunkie]

Originally Posted by koyv90

What would be the best offset for performance do you guys think? Why do people want ridiculously big wheels like 18s or 19s? Aren't 17s usually preferred as a mix of looks and performance?

It depends on the car and the factory rolling diameter. You take a big car with big wheel arches like the 5th Gen Camaro and put a set of 17s on it, it's going to look ridiculous and 17s won't fit over the brakes. The stock 20s on those still have a healthy amount of sidewall. But yes, they are heavier.


17s are usually a good balance on smaller cars. I think 17s are a good size for these cars. The 18s on this car aren't offensive, but I'd have to see more cars with more wheels and suspension setups before I actually pass judgment.

[caeavesrsx-s]

Originally Posted by quik1987

What do you guys think are the biggest, lightest 18s that will probably fit the big brake kit?

SSR Comps, if they come in 5x100.

[3scapist]

I'm personally in love with the Enkei PF01s
http://www.tirerack.com/upgrade_gara...t+Silver+Paint

and O.Z Alleggerita HLT's
http://www.tirerack.com/upgrade_gara...racite+Painted

Both 18's and both simple lightweight designs.

[cossey]

Originally Posted by caeavesrsx-s

SSR Comps, if they come in 5x100.

they do 18x7.5s only though at 17.4lbs they aren't the lightest though, Advan RS in the same size is 16.5lbs and TE37s at 17lbs

[3scapist]

I wonder how much the stock rims and tires weigh. I know the stock genesis coupe rims weighed a heafty 25lb..goddamn.

[JDLM]

Originally Posted by 3scapist

I wonder how much the stock rims and tires weigh. I know the stock genesis coupe rims weighed a heafty 25lb..goddamn.

The 18 or 19 ? (They offer a 19 I believe)

On my BMW I have factory 18" wheel w/ runflats (staggered tires) to 19X10 and 19X8.5 wheels (w/o run flats) and they are lighter. It's all about process/manuf.

[MrVito]

Originally Posted by armythug

Not a fan of those oem wheels either. I have my mind set on some Volk 18' TE37SL in Black on a white 86.

This, but white on white.

[Zaku]

I hope these will fit on an FRS *w* Volks GTS in gun metal I always liked classic 5 spokes. I don't my old 16 Work CR Kai will fit on the FRS ;/

and im hmm so so with the oem I wished the FRS/BRZ came in a Platinum color, the Dark grey is too dark for my taste haha