01-20-2022, 07:11 AM | #253 |
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So there is no hope for a 9.5 rim anymore?
I guess that leaves 17x9 and 18x8.5, and perhaps the rare 18x9 whoever can do that? Last edited by ozafar; 01-20-2022 at 07:12 AM. Reason: Typo |
01-20-2022, 08:19 AM | #254 |
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From what I have seen, I will be going with a 18x8.5 +45 with a 235 tire.
Going wider is possible with extra effort… but if you want to lower the car with near stock alignment (minimal neg camber) - this car is just not well suited to super wide fitments |
01-20-2022, 09:27 AM | #255 |
We test fit an 18x9.5 +42 with a 245/35/18 just for fun. Did not fit on OEM suspension, but more than anything it just looks really bad.
We will probably go with an 18x8.5 for our car. Don't really need or want a 9.5 wide wheel anyway. - Andrew |
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Very unfortunate that's "the" spec for these cars lol. A lot of wheels look less appealing with those specs, little to no concavity.
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I'm biased as I'm targeting wheels for stock suspension but the sweet spot seems to be 8 wide +40 or 8.5 wide +45. Trying to balance flush (as possible), tire size, and good fitment...
As of today I'm thinking 18x8.5 +45 on 235/40/18. Could also go 245/35/18 to keep tire diameter close to OEM spec. Also considering narrower 18x8 + 45 also on 235/40/18. I like sidewall. But the wheels would be slightly sunken in. Knowing the paralysis I get when trying to decide, I probably won't buy anything for 4 years. |
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01-20-2022, 10:33 AM | #258 |
I've said this elsewhere, but absolutely nothing wrong with an 8 inch wide wheel for most people. I run a 17x8 on my 1st gen with a 225/45/17 with a nice not quite perfectly flush but very functional offset. It isn't hotboi fitment but also it isn't hotboi fitment.
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Yup, that flat face kills so many wheels. It really sucks
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I know this thread is for the BRZ, but I'll be picking up my GR86 tomorrow if the test drive goes well....I looked at the rear fender (and I may be wrong) but I think it looks a little different to the Subaru one? If so, maybe the rubbing issue may be easier on the GR86. I'll post pics soon.
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The rear sheet metal and suspension geometry is identical
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@DocWalt you are most likely correct. It was a quick look in the cold, I thought it may have been different.
So 18x8.5 is the new widest wheel. (OR 17X9?) What offset do you think will give the best flush without rubbing on the rear fender? If someone can please answer for stock suspension and coilovers. Thank you Last edited by ozafar; 01-20-2022 at 11:56 AM. Reason: typo |
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17x9 ET45 fits the rear pretty flushly and no rubbing when lowered. It would probably poke a lot at stock height.
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