17x8.5 wheel selection - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Matt Andrews · 05-31-2012, 07:51 PM

I'm having a heck of a time weeding through all of the wheels that do (and mostly don't) fit the FR-S and my needs.

I'm looking for a light weight, cost effective 17x8.5" wheel. I really want them to be 5x100, but I am wondering if in order to get what I want I need to run hub adaptors to 5x114.3

The only thing I have found is the SSR Type F.
http://www.ssr-wheels.com/wheels/typef_1516171819.asp

What other choices are out there?
Matt

crash · 05-31-2012, 10:20 PM

There are choices out there, searching for subaru wrx/sti wheels generally returns better results

Matt Andrews · 05-31-2012, 10:56 PM

are wrx/sti wheels generally 17x8.5?

Khyron686 · 05-31-2012, 11:13 PM

Can't be 17x8?

My shortlist:

17x8 OZ Ultraleggera $276 17.5lbs
17x8 Enkei PF01 $265 17.3lbs
17x8 Enkei RPF1 $252 15.6lbs
17x8 OZ Alleggerita HLT $339 15.6lbs
17x8 Kosei K1 TS $269 15.5lbs
17x8 Rays 57 Ultimate 400+ 16.5lbs
17x8 TD Pro Race 1.2 $300 19.8 lbs
17x8 Wedssport TC105N 14.85 lbs

Saibot · 05-31-2012, 11:20 PM

whys the title 15x8.5?

i clicked on this thread thinkking "WtF someones gona have a clown car"

Matt Andrews · 06-01-2012, 03:14 AM

Ha. Old habits die hard. I've owned 4 miatas. Anything bigger than a 15 is death on that chassis. Should be 17x8.5.

I could settle for a 8" wheel, but I'd like as much wheel as will fit properly. I'll likely be running Nitto nt01s in a 235/40/17. They'd fit on a 8, but a 8.5 would be better suited. If I stay with 8s I'll end up with rpf1s I think. How much are the wedsports?

coyote · 06-01-2012, 03:54 AM

17x8.5 CE28Ns come in offsets 40, 44 and 52 (the last one would not be likely to fit).

Dave-ROR · 06-01-2012, 10:05 AM

Yeah I gave up the 17x8.5 search awhile ago. Everything I found was heavy or expensive. I'm over the days when I was willing to spend thousands on wheels

I'll be watching this thread though

Matt Andrews · 06-01-2012, 02:35 PM

how about a 17x9?

http://www.fastwrx.com/mavawwh.html

anyone familiar with these guys?

simpleisbest · 06-02-2012, 12:14 AM

It looks like 949 Racing has a wheel developed as well...
http://949racing.com/17x9-6ULR-Tungsten.aspx

I would like to see some pictures on the fitment on the front, though.
I loved them on my Miata!

ultra · 06-03-2012, 04:56 PM

Wouldn't complain about SSR Type Fs...a pit pricey but light and strong.

6ULRs for these cars that would probably be amazing (knowing how much Emilio prioritizes performance and fitment). Supply is the only issue with those since he does relatively small batches. Tested & proven on teh Targa Miata though!

Edit: those Mach Vs look VERY interesting! Similar to the 5Zigen FN01RC style wise but, um, that fitment! Hopefully someone from the Subie side will chime in...otherwise please do share whatever you find out!

Double edit: Best wheel thread yet. Thanks guys.

SuperSatinBrz · 06-03-2012, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt Andrews

I'm having a heck of a time weeding through all of the wheels that do (and mostly don't) fit the FR-S and my needs.

I'm looking for a light weight, cost effective 17x8.5" wheel. I really want them to be 5x100, but I am wondering if in order to get what I want I need to run hub adaptors to 5x114.3

The only thing I have found is the SSR Type F.
http://www.ssr-wheels.com/wheels/typef_1516171819.asp

What other choices are out there?
Matt

My first major modification will be hub adaptors to 5x114.3. Its a lot more cost effective in the long run.

Matt Andrews · 06-03-2012, 09:26 PM

Emilio says he has found the optimal size and offset for what will fit without modification. H will have new wheels in the new year specifically for this car. I had several sets of his 15x9 for my miata race car. Would love them again for this car.

I think I'll call Mach v tomorrow.

Ignoring offset, what is the biggest wheel that will fit without a silly stretched tire? 17x9?

What wheel offset do you think you'd need if you bought hub adapters? I hear mackin is making a low profile adaptor. How big are the currently available ones and what do they weigh?

Matt Andrews · 06-03-2012, 09:32 PM

To keep it all in the same place,

17x9 with a +42 works with a 245/40/17
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7678

05-31-2012, 07:51 PM	#1
Matt Andrews Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: race cars Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 253 Thanks: 31 Thanked 150 Times in 68 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	17x8.5 wheel selection I'm having a heck of a time weeding through all of the wheels that do (and mostly don't) fit the FR-S and my needs. I'm looking for a light weight, cost effective 17x8.5" wheel. I really want them to be 5x100, but I am wondering if in order to get what I want I need to run hub adaptors to 5x114.3 The only thing I have found is the SSR Type F. http://www.ssr-wheels.com/wheels/typef_1516171819.asp What other choices are out there? Matt Last edited by Matt Andrews; 06-01-2012 at 03:14 AM.

06-01-2012, 10:05 AM	#8
Dave-ROR Site Moderator Join Date: Dec 2010 Drives: Stuff Location: Florida Posts: 10,317 Thanks: 955 Thanked 5,965 Times in 2,689 Posts Mentioned: 262 Post(s) Tagged: 8 Thread(s)	Yeah I gave up the 17x8.5 search awhile ago. Everything I found was heavy or expensive. I'm over the days when I was willing to spend thousands on wheels I'll be watching this thread though __________________ -Dave Track cars: 2013 Scion FRS, 1998 Acura Integra Type-R, 1993 Honda Civic Hatchback DD: 2005 Acura TSX Tow: 2022 F-450 Toys: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1994 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 Parts: 2015 Subaru BRZ Limited, 2005 Acura TSX Projects: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited track car build FS: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 LT CCSB 8.1/Allison with 99k miles

06-03-2012, 04:56 PM	#11
ultra Curious cat. Join Date: May 2012 Drives: 86 GT base M/T - Red Location: Dubai Posts: 775 Thanks: 840 Thanked 383 Times in 191 Posts Mentioned: 31 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Wouldn't complain about SSR Type Fs...a pit pricey but light and strong. 6ULRs for these cars that would probably be amazing (knowing how much Emilio prioritizes performance and fitment). Supply is the only issue with those since he does relatively small batches. Tested & proven on teh Targa Miata though! Edit: those Mach Vs look VERY interesting! Similar to the 5Zigen FN01RC style wise but, um, that fitment! Hopefully someone from the Subie side will chime in...otherwise please do share whatever you find out! Double edit: Best wheel thread yet. Thanks guys. __________________ 2013 Toyota 86 GT M/T 2009 Renault Clio Sport R27 Team F1 Edition (sold) 1991 Mazda MX5 Miata (sold) 2007 Mitsubishi Evo 9 RS (sold) 2006 VW Golf R32 (sold)

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crash Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: 2013 SWP BRZ Location: Orlando Posts: 45 Thanks: 3 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	There are choices out there, searching for subaru wrx/sti wheels generally returns better results

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Matt Andrews Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: race cars Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 253 Thanks: 31 Thanked 150 Times in 68 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	are wrx/sti wheels generally 17x8.5?

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Khyron686 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: 2011 Outlander XLS, 2013 FR-S Blue Location: Calgary, Canada Posts: 634 Thanks: 129 Thanked 168 Times in 102 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Can't be 17x8? My shortlist: 17x8 OZ Ultraleggera $276 17.5lbs 17x8 Enkei PF01 $265 17.3lbs 17x8 Enkei RPF1 $252 15.6lbs 17x8 OZ Alleggerita HLT $339 15.6lbs 17x8 Kosei K1 TS $269 15.5lbs 17x8 Rays 57 Ultimate 400+ 16.5lbs 17x8 TD Pro Race 1.2 $300 19.8 lbs 17x8 Wedssport TC105N 14.85 lbs

06-01-2012, 03:14 AM	#6
Matt Andrews Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: race cars Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 253 Thanks: 31 Thanked 150 Times in 68 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Ha. Old habits die hard. I've owned 4 miatas. Anything bigger than a 15 is death on that chassis. Should be 17x8.5. I could settle for a 8" wheel, but I'd like as much wheel as will fit properly. I'll likely be running Nitto nt01s in a 235/40/17. They'd fit on a 8, but a 8.5 would be better suited. If I stay with 8s I'll end up with rpf1s I think. How much are the wedsports?

06-01-2012, 03:54 AM	#7
coyote Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Drives: Slowly Location: brisbane.qld.au Posts: 1,064 Thanks: 212 Thanked 539 Times in 235 Posts Mentioned: 21 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	17x8.5 CE28Ns come in offsets 40, 44 and 52 (the last one would not be likely to fit).

06-01-2012, 02:35 PM	#9
Matt Andrews Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: race cars Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 253 Thanks: 31 Thanked 150 Times in 68 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	how about a 17x9? http://www.fastwrx.com/mavawwh.html anyone familiar with these guys?

06-02-2012, 12:14 AM	#10
simpleisbest Senior Citizen Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Scion FR-S Location: So. Cal Posts: 571 Thanks: 143 Thanked 187 Times in 122 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	It looks like 949 Racing has a wheel developed as well... http://949racing.com/17x9-6ULR-Tungsten.aspx I would like to see some pictures on the fitment on the front, though. I loved them on my Miata!

06-03-2012, 09:26 PM	#13
Matt Andrews Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: race cars Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 253 Thanks: 31 Thanked 150 Times in 68 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Emilio says he has found the optimal size and offset for what will fit without modification. H will have new wheels in the new year specifically for this car. I had several sets of his 15x9 for my miata race car. Would love them again for this car. I think I'll call Mach v tomorrow. Ignoring offset, what is the biggest wheel that will fit without a silly stretched tire? 17x9? What wheel offset do you think you'd need if you bought hub adapters? I hear mackin is making a low profile adaptor. How big are the currently available ones and what do they weigh?

06-03-2012, 09:32 PM	#14
Matt Andrews Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: race cars Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 253 Thanks: 31 Thanked 150 Times in 68 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	To keep it all in the same place, 17x9 with a +42 works with a 245/40/17 http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7678

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