18's or 19's ... What looks and feels best on FR-S.

[BlaineWasHere]

Originally Posted by OrangeJuleas

Hey guys, I'm all for form over function, but don't deny that some 19's are looking good on these cars.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=40969

Especially these ones:

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41544

I think the only real issue is that, the larger the rims, the more "DUB" they tend to go, and that really is not a good look on this car.

Bottom line: Spend decent money, do your research, and get what makes you feel good.

If I want a "Hot Wheels" car I can get one at Wal-Mart for $1.29. Those cars are ewwwwww. Sidewall is sexy!

[utekineir]

Originally Posted by BlaineWasHere

Redheads are sexy!

Fixed

[BlaineWasHere]

Originally Posted by utekineir

Fixed

Oh no! This can't be happening!!!!!!!!! Lolol.

Also, damn straight they are!

[Slick]

I decided to go with 18's as I wanted a dual purpose aftermarket setup. I do track events and its also my DD. I think 19's are too big unless you're plannning on showing the car.

18" definitely fit this car better in terms of looks, so I went with a reasonably light wheel.
My corner weight is 1/2 lb lighter for the wheel and tire combined than the stock setup.

When I go with a track only setup, only choice will be the 17x9 RPF1.

But for now, I am lovin my setup.
18x9 +35 Phatfux Ballzy with 245/35R18 Conti Extreme DW.

[ric342]

stay 17 it gives you the most options(tire and rim wise) and is less harmful on your drive train (trans, hub) :happy0180:

[BryanGT]

Originally Posted by BRZPDX

mostly for hard parking

I like the cut of your jib.

[OrangeJuleas]

Originally Posted by BlaineWasHere

If I want a "Hot Wheels" car I can get one at Wal-Mart for $1.29. Those cars are ewwwwww. Sidewall is sexy!

What if you wanted to drive a real life Hot Wheels car? I can't say that wasn't a fantasy of mine when I was a kid!

Case in point:



Fuck yeah!

[denkigrve]

Subjective question with lots and lots of subjective questions. Get what meets your needs/desires. I prefer the middle of the 17-19 range, so 18s. They aren't stupid heavy, and they look a bit nicer. I'm also on 8in wide, and moving up to 9.5 soon. I want more traction patch. Again, this is what I want, so it's my subjective response to your subjective question. The only right answer is what you want OP.

Originally Posted by utekineir

Fixed

The best part of this fix is that Blaine is a redhead. lol. So good.

[BlaineWasHere]

Originally Posted by denkigrve

The best part of this fix is that Blaine is a redhead. lol. So good.

He knows me. We spent the past 4 years together on another car forum. He loves me so much he had to buy the same car as me! <3

[denkigrve]

Originally Posted by BlaineWasHere

He knows me. We spent the past 4 years together on another car forum. He loves me so much he had to buy the same car as me! <3

lol. Nice.