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Old 11-04-2011, 09:55 AM   #317
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Originally Posted by mokinbird87 View Post
hmm... that is true. but i thought 5x114.3 offers handling advantages not just durability in straight line? if not i dont really care as i`ll be happy with the way the ft86 comes.


Um, no. Otherwise, Formula 1 would ditch their center-lock and go for an old-skool wide-5.

The bolt pattern's only job is to maintain a frictional interface between the wheel and the hub. The only reason to complain about the bolt pattern is because your favorite wheels aren't made in that pattern, which means you'll have to suck it up, deal with it, and either re-drill the pattern or find a new set of wheels that are in 5x100 with about a 48 offset, of which there are tons to choose from.
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