Will this fit? (width, offset and tire size Qs)

[StraightOuttaCanadaEh]

Originally Posted by Killerbee

Why not a 18x8.5" with 245/35/18 all around? You dont need 9.5" wheels to fit an 245 tire



245/35/18 is what you should look for

Is this from a functional or aesthetic standpoint? Cause I don't want stretch but at the same time would like to avoid the other end of the spectrum and not have meaty tires.

[Loetke]

Originally Posted by Killerbee

Why not a 18x8.5" with 245/35/18 all around? You dont need 9.5" wheels to fit an 245 tire

Unfortunately the wheels I'm looking to get are only available as 18x8 and 18x9.5. http://www.nicheroadwheels.com/targa-m130-w-5335.htm And I'd like to have wider than 8 in the rear.

[Killerbee]

Originally Posted by StraightOuttaCanadaEh

Is this from a functional or aesthetic standpoint? Cause I don't want stretch but at the same time would like to avoid the other end of the spectrum and not have meaty tires.

Both. Check my carjournal (link in my signature) which shows those dimensions (well its on 8.75" wheels but thats ot relly making a noticable difference from an 8.5" wheel)

225/235 are rather streeched, 245 are normal, 255/265 are meaty on a 8.5"

[Killerbee]

Originally Posted by Loetke

Unfortunately the wheels I'm looking to get are only available as 18x8 and 18x9.5. http://www.nicheroadwheels.com/targa-m130-w-5335.htm And I'd like to have wider than 8 in the rear.

Understandable. Just make sure the face of the 8" and 9.5" are both ok for you, because normaly a 8" has no concave face, and a 9.5" has

[StraightOuttaCanadaEh]

Originally Posted by Killerbee

Both. Check my carjournal (link in my signature) which shows those dimensions (well its on 8.75" wheels but thats ot relly making a noticable difference from an 8.5" wheel)

225/235 are rather streeched, 245 are normal, 255/265 are meaty on a 8.5"

Okay thank you. I'll go with the same size tire as you then 245/35/18

[Evo.X]

What’s the most appropriate tire size (aka not illest stretch brah) my friend can fit on 17x9 +35 RPF1's with a 1-1.5 inch drop? Not sure what suspension he’s buying nor when he’s buying new tires, I’m buying the wheels as a surprise/goodbye/thank you gift. He’s definitely not going to stretch the stock tires (crashed a car in the rain before), so I figured I’d ask in case what I’m looking at isn’t ideal.

Need to place the order by 3pm PST or I'm going to have to ship to their new place, which isn't ideal.


TIA.

[churchx]

Evo.X: do you know if he is from those that value looks over function and has shown interest in fitting widest wheels he can? Maybe wheels of more reasonable width x7-x7.5-x8 might be better choice, if stock tires are mentioned?

[James The Giant]

Will it fit on stock suspension? Been looking at the charts, but still not positive...

18x9.5 +45 with 245/35/18

[swarb]

Originally Posted by Evo.X

What’s the most appropriate tire size (aka not illest stretch brah) my friend can fit on 17x9 +35 RPF1's with a 1-1.5 inch drop? Not sure what suspension he’s buying nor when he’s buying new tires, I’m buying the wheels as a surprise/goodbye/thank you gift. He’s definitely not going to stretch the stock tires (crashed a car in the rain before), so I figured I’d ask in case what I’m looking at isn’t ideal.

Need to place the order by 3pm PST or I'm going to have to ship to their new place, which isn't ideal.


TIA.

245/40 best choice.
255/40 might rub rear bumper tab on big dips.

[swarb]

Originally Posted by James The Giant

Will it fit on stock suspension? Been looking at the charts, but still not positive...

18x9.5 +45 with 245/35/18

No

[James The Giant]

Originally Posted by swarb

No

Thank god. I didnt really want to go so wide, but a good price on a local used set had me tempted...

[Evo.X]

Originally Posted by churchx

Evo.X: do you know if he is from those that value looks over function and has shown interest in fitting widest wheels he can? Maybe wheels of more reasonable width x7-x7.5-x8 might be better choice, if stock tires are mentioned?

Originally Posted by swarb

245/40 best choice.
255/40 might rub rear bumper tab on big dips.

Thanks guys. I figured I'd just ship it to his new place so I have a little more time to do some reading.

If I had to say either or, I'd say form over function. However, I did mention he's crashed in the rain before and we frequently do some sketchy mountain/canyon runs, but I know he's probably never going to the track.

Is running 18's on the BRZ like running 19's on an Evo X, "not the norm"? If so, I'll probably stick with 17 even though I was considering 18. As far a width, might step it down to 8.5. I just want something that will fill out the wheel well and be flush without rubbing at 1-1.5 drop. I'll be getting the appropriate spacers for the rear.

My coworker was telling me 17x9 +35 would be flush at the front at 1-1.5 drop, despite it being considerably higher than what the chart says.

Or better yet, I'll just ask: what do you guys think I should get to be flush front and rear at a 1-1.5 drop. He'll just have to buy tires that fit the wheel after.

These are the requirements:

-8in width, minumum
-As little stretch as possible
-1-1.5 inch drop
-As close to flush as possible

17x8.5 +30/+35 are what I've kinda narrowed it down to.

[James The Giant]

17x8 45mm offset 215/45/17 front
17x9 45mm offset 255/40/71 rear
Stock suspension

Will it fit?

[asdf]

Originally Posted by Evo.X

Thanks guys. I figured I'd just ship it to his new place so I have a little more time to do some reading.

If I had to say either or, I'd say form over function. However, I did mention he's crashed in the rain before and we frequently do some sketchy mountain/canyon runs, but I know he's probably never going to the track.

Is running 18's on the BRZ like running 19's on an Evo X, "not the norm"? If so, I'll probably stick with 17 even though I was considering 18. As far a width, might step it down to 8.5. I just want something that will fill out the wheel well and be flush without rubbing at 1-1.5 drop. I'll be getting the appropriate spacers for the rear.

My coworker was telling me 17x9 +35 would be flush at the front at 1-1.5 drop, despite it being considerably higher than what the chart says.

Or better yet, I'll just ask: what do you guys think I should get to be flush front and rear at a 1-1.5 drop. He'll just have to buy tires that fit the wheel after.

These are the requirements:

-8in width, minumum
-As little stretch as possible
-1-1.5 inch drop
-As close to flush as possible

17x8.5 +30/+35 are what I've kinda narrowed it down to.

I have been very happy with my 17x9 +35 wheel + 245/40/17 set up. will be fine with a 1" drop on either springs or coilovers, but it will definitely need some camber dialed in (which nets a positive benefit).

A lot of folks on the forums do run 18s, but I would prefer to stick to 17s (preference in looks/tire sidewall look, tires slightly cheaper as well).

I believe the rpf1s will present clearance issues if you ever want to run a BBK so that may be a consideration. a widely popular option that comes in 17x9+35 (among other sizes that fit would fit well) and will not cost an arm and a leg are the wedssport tc105n wheels