Wheel Directory: Enkei RPF1 17x9.0 +45

[FT-86 SpeedFactory]

17x9 +35 will clear stock suspension perfectly and not rub. It's the offset we recommend plus it clears most BBK set ups. +45 is just not ideal on a 17x9 . We also stock the 17x9 +35 in silver and black.

[Cards2323]

Originally Posted by FT-86 SpeedFactory

17x9 +35 will clear stock suspension perfectly and not rub. It's the offset we recommend plus it clears most BBK set ups. +45 is just not ideal on a 17x9 . We also stock the 17x9 +35 in silver and black.

Sounds good, I just didnt want too much poke on the front, I guess i'll try to find someone local so I can see it in person.

[shattered_memory]

Originally Posted by FT-86 SpeedFactory

17x9 +35 will clear stock suspension perfectly and not rub. It's the offset we recommend plus it clears most BBK set ups. +45 is just not ideal on a 17x9 . We also stock the 17x9 +35 in silver and black.

I've always learned to stay close to OEM offset when upgrading wheels because a lower offset would affect suspension geometry and handling. Has the +35 negatively affected steering response or handling at all? Have you guys tested a +45 in comparison?

[86•BRZ]

Originally Posted by shattered_memory

I've always learned to stay close to OEM offset when upgrading wheels because a lower offset would affect suspension geometry and handling. Has the +35 negatively affected steering response or handling at all? Have you guys tested a +45 in comparison?

Don't be silly! No one does that. It's just slam and poke.
I went the 45s. The above thinking contributed to the the decision. That and the +35 being illegal here and poking out a bit too much for my liking.

[FT-86 SpeedFactory]

Originally Posted by shattered_memory

I've always learned to stay close to OEM offset when upgrading wheels because a lower offset would affect suspension geometry and handling. Has the +35 negatively affected steering response or handling at all? Have you guys tested a +45 in comparison?

Originally Posted by 86•BRZ

Don't be silly! No one does that. It's just slam and poke.
I went the 45s. The above thinking contributed to the the decision. That and the +35 being illegal here and poking out a bit too much for my liking.

The only reason we state that the +35 is a better option is because the +45 sits extremely close to the spring perch, which won't allow you to run a larger tire or negative camber from camber bolts. Also, the BBK clearance is better.

+45 will be just fine if you run coilovers that give you more inner clearance and if you don't want to upgrade to a BBK.

+35 Allows for the use of MEAT. No slam or poke....

17x9 +35

[eSOLOR]

Originally Posted by shattered_memory

I've always learned to stay close to OEM offset when upgrading wheels because a lower offset would affect suspension geometry and handling. Has the +35 negatively affected steering response or handling at all? Have you guys tested a +45 in comparison?

I am by no means a pro when it comes to cars, but recently I did have my prokit springs and 17x9 +35 rpf1s with 245/40 tires installed the same day and I noticed that it did affect streering response. Before it felt quick and sharp now it feels like I have to turn the wheel a bit more. I'm assuming that's normal when you go wider up front, but like I said, I'm not the most experienced person. Idk if the +45s would feel different.

[86•BRZ]

Originally Posted by FT-86 SpeedFactory

The only reason we state that the +35 is a better option is because the +45 sits extremely close to the spring perch, which won't allow you to run a larger tire or negative camber from camber bolts. Also, the BBK clearance is better.

+45 will be just fine if you run coilovers that give you more inner clearance and if you don't want to upgrade to a BBK.

+35 Allows for the use of MEAT. No slam or poke....

17x9 +35

There's no debating the +35s work. But just by definition they do poke when viewed from above, and sadly that is illegal here. You can see that in the shot above. That and you need a fair amount of camber to run them.
I think +40 would be ideal.

[shattered_memory]

Originally Posted by eSOLOR

I am by no means a pro when it comes to cars, but recently I did have my prokit springs and 17x9 +35 rpf1s with 245/40 tires installed the same day and I noticed that it did affect streering response. Before it felt quick and sharp now it feels like I have to turn the wheel a bit more. I'm assuming that's normal when you go wider up front, but like I said, I'm not the most experienced person. Idk if the +45s would feel different.

That's interesting. Tires may affect this. What tires are you running? Usually a tire with stiff side walls may give you back that steering feel. I remember upgrading a set of rpf1 17X9 +35 on my Rsx with a set of 255/40/17 kumho XS tires. I remember the steering feeling numb, which made the car feel heavy. Turn in also didn't feel as sharp, but it did grip amazingly out of the corner. I personally prefer the car to feel sharp and nimble on turn in.

[shattered_memory]

Originally Posted by 86•BRZ

Don't be silly! No one does that. It's just slam and poke.
I went the 45s. The above thinking contributed to the the decision. That and the +35 being illegal here and poking out a bit too much for my liking.

Has the steering and handling become more vague with the 17X9 +45?

[86•BRZ]

Originally Posted by shattered_memory

Has the steering and handling become more vague with the 17X9 +45?

Honestly hard to pick. Only drove for 1000ks on std tyres. Didn't like lack of bite or braking grip. 235 Michelin pilot sport 2s feel direct, grippy and a bit heavier. I should put the other wheels back on for a while to see the difference... I couldn't say it feels vague but the std tyres may be better??

[eSOLOR]

Originally Posted by shattered_memory

That's interesting. Tires may affect this. What tires are you running? Usually a tire with stiff side walls may give you back that steering feel. I remember upgrading a set of rpf1 17X9 +35 on my Rsx with a set of 255/40/17 kumho XS tires. I remember the steering feeling numb, which made the car feel heavy. Turn in also didn't feel as sharp, but it did grip amazingly out of the corner. I personally prefer the car to feel sharp and nimble on turn in.

I'm running Michelin PSS in 245/40/17. I'm not saying its a bad thing. I don't regret changing wheels. It just feels different but I do love the grip as well

[Wise]

Originally Posted by 86•BRZ

There's no debating the +35s work. But just by definition they do poke when viewed from above, and sadly that is illegal here. You can see that in the shot above. That and you need a fair amount of camber to run them.
I think +40 would be ideal.

I bought 17x9 +35's

I also bought an Eibach Pro kit and some camber bolts. With a 25mm drop (legal as it brings overall height to just on 100mm) and 1.5 degrees of neg camber, the wheels don't poke.

[86•BRZ]

Originally Posted by Wise

I bought 17x9 +35's



I also bought an Eibach Pro kit and some camber bolts. With a 25mm drop (legal as it brings overall height to just on 100mm) and 1.5 degrees of neg camber, the wheels don't poke.

The top of the wheel will be pretty much flush and the bottom will protrude a lot from the guard when viewed from directly above. Even the +45s stick out from the car. It's not a big deal. Just illegal where we are

[Wise]

Originally Posted by 86•BRZ

The top of the wheel will be pretty much flush and the bottom will protrude a lot from the guard when viewed from directly above. Even the +45s stick out from the car. It's not a big deal. Just illegal where we are

Not sure what QLD's legality is but in VIC i've heard it's fine as long as the top doesn't poke out past the wheel arch.