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Clipdat · 09-23-2013, 10:16 PM

Did some searches and it seems that it's not recommended to use the stock studs with a 5mm spacer due to the lug not having recommended thread engagement.

Seems like my options are to go with a [ame="http://www.amazon.com/5x100-Hubcentric-Spacers-Subaru-Impreza/dp/B00A7I2SU0"]generic 3mm spacer[/ame] or replace the oem studs which I didn't really want to do.

Thoughts?

BlaineWasHere · 09-23-2013, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Clipdat

Did some searches and it seems that it's not recommended to use the stock studs with a 5mm spacer due to the lug not having recommended thread engagement.

Seems like my options are to go with a generic 3mm spacer or replace the oem studs which I didn't really want to do.

Thoughts?

You need the right open ended lugs to run 5mm spacers and stock studs.

Every tire change (sometimes I do it twice a week) I saw metal shavings with the stock studs. I got ARP 10mm extended spacers and I never see metal shavings anymore. AKA the stock studs are weak as fuck.

garfull · 09-23-2013, 10:28 PM

I went with those 3mm spacers for that exact reason. I'm still able to get 10 turns. A 5mm would be abou 1.5 treads less, but will this really matter. It all depends on your preference. Daily driven it'll prob have no issues. I think many are using 5mm and have no issues. Driven hard enough maybe.

I've driven with only 6 threads before when I didn't know any better. Hit a pot hole hard enough to blow my tire and the studs still held.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clipdat

Did some searches and it seems that it's not recommended to use the stock studs with a 5mm spacer due to the lug not having recommended thread engagement.

Seems like my options are to go with a generic 3mm spacer or replace the oem studs which I didn't really want to do.

Thoughts?

Clipdat · 09-23-2013, 11:00 PM

Thanks for the replies guys. I thought I had it nailed down that 17x9 +42 would fit in the front with a 3/4" drop, but now I'm not 100% sure!

I sincerely wish I could afford coilovers, but I already have the springs so I'm a bit stuck.

PMok · 09-23-2013, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Clipdat

Thanks for the replies guys. I thought I had it nailed down that 17x9 +42 would fit in the front with a 3/4" drop, but now I'm not 100% sure!

I sincerely wish I could afford coilovers, but I already have the springs so I'm a bit stuck.

Sounds like this thread is on point:

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46733

cliff notes: use spacers and camber plates.

Clipdat · 09-23-2013, 11:58 PM

Thanks, so with the 3mm spacer and these, I should be set? http://ft86speedfactory.com/whitelin...mount-214.html

garfull · 09-24-2013, 12:03 AM

this will fit up to a 245 tire and you can use oem 14mm bolt too to gain some camber. see my comments at the end of the post pmok listed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clipdat

Thanks for the replies guys. I thought I had it nailed down that 17x9 +42 would fit in the front with a 3/4" drop, but now I'm not 100% sure!

I sincerely wish I could afford coilovers, but I already have the springs so I'm a bit stuck.

if you get these you wont need 3mm spacer, but read up on these making noise. not sure if they have resolved the problem yet.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clipdat

Thanks, so with the 3mm spacer and these, I should be set? http://ft86speedfactory.com/whitelin...mount-214.html

or buy his
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...=20173&page=16

PMok · 09-24-2013, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Clipdat

Thanks, so with the 3mm spacer and these, I should be set? http://ft86speedfactory.com/whitelin...mount-214.html

yeah, I was going to suggest you buy the ones Blaine is selling.

@MyRx has these on his car and as far as I know, he has no noise issues.

denkigrve · 09-24-2013, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Clipdat

Well you won't see me posting up wheels in the OT thread anymore, because I finally ordered some! Enkei Kojins in 17x9 +45 (5mm spacer for fronts) with 245/40 Toyo T1 Sport tires. Anyone looking for Enkeis should contact Rishie at AutoRND in Fremont - they are really looking out for us 86 DRIVE members with some great deals.

Nice. Those are basically the tuner version of the RP03's that I wanted so badly, but they didn't come in that size.

I gave up on those and ended up ordering my GramLights instead.

Pwolf · 09-25-2013, 11:11 AM

uhg...

Hardly had a scratch on my Mazda for years... I have my BRZ for 2 1/2 weeks and this happens :\

overlookedx · 09-25-2013, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Pwolf

Hardly had a scratch on my Mazda for years... I have my BRZ for 2 1/2 weeks and this happens :\

It's the curse!!!

I hadn't put a dent in any of my 2 previous cars... had my BRZ for a month and of course I put a nice deep dent in the fender.

Pwolf · 09-25-2013, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by overlookedx

It's the curse!!!

I hadn't put a dent in any of my 2 previous cars... had my BRZ for a month and of course I put a nice deep dent in the fender.

This why we can't have nice things, lol

BlaineWasHere · 09-25-2013, 12:27 PM

I've got dents, door dings, paint scrapes, cone marks, windscreen chips, and I don't even care! I only know how to beat the effing shit out of my car is it's inevitable.

Pwolf · 09-25-2013, 01:03 PM

haha, yea... I expected it to happen sooner or later, just not this soon :P I'll just tell myself it adds character to the car.

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