Wheels and Tires, what to pick Im so confused

[tennisfreak]

I know this thread is likely to upset some on this board but Im sorry.
I have been going through thread after thread here and the more I look the more confused I get.

In the past I have always just went to discount tire had them tell me what would fit on my vehicle and pick one that I liked. I never stopped to consider how dramatically tires/wheels could affect your vehicle's performance (outside of how the vehicle rides).

So what I want:
Replace stock tires/wheels with new black powder coat wheels and stickier tires.
Improve cornering and grip without negatively affecting acceleration.
If possible get a larger diameter wheel with lower profile tire (if not I can stick to stock sizes on new wheel).

Any recommendations on what size of wheel/tire to get? I seen so many different wheel widths and then talk of tire stretching and offsets and it has honestly just confused the crap out of me and now I have no clue what to get.

[norsamerican]

what are you looking to get out of the car? If you don't know do some serious thinking, and reading. If you want the car to feel the same as it does now maybe go with the same size or slightly wider than stock.

[ilpad]

Welcome to the hell that is selecting the perfect wheels/tires/suspension for you FR-S.

I've been in the same dilema for weeks now. Its fun, but damn does it make your brain hurt after a while. I've changed my mind no less than 15 times now....

Just keep looking at pics and find stuff u like and then ask questions about them. The members here are fantastic about answering questions promptly.

Also, call Zoeb at wheeldude. He has an FRS and cycles thru tons of Rota setups. Hes a great resource.

[shu5892001]

I would get black RPF1 17x9 with 245/40/17 if I were on a budget and looking for a light and sticky combo

[Opposed]

Originally Posted by shu5892001

I would get black RPF1 17x9 with 245/40/17 if I were on a budget and looking for a light and sticky combo

Agreed. I went with the Mach V Awesomes, also light and affordable and comes in a 17x9.

[D1cker]

Pick a wheel you like the look of and then we can hep you with wheel/tire sizing.

[OmarGC]

Lol don't be like me... I ordered a set of 18x9.5 +27 et wheels for $3000. To decide I wanted to go a different route before tossing em on... Now I got a set of 18x10s on the way that I spent a pretty penny on as well.

However I'm a wheel whore.

[ShoNUFF]

Originally Posted by OmarGC

Lol don't be like me... I ordered a set of 18x9.5 +27 et wheels for $3000. To decide I wanted to go a different route before tossing em on... Now I got a set of 18x10s on the way that I spent a pretty penny on as well.

However I'm a wheel whore.

How does the car ride with such an aggressive setup? Accel wise?

[tennisfreak]

Here a few wheels I like. I have to stay within my budget which is less than $200 a wheel. Is it ok to go up to 18 without affecting acceleration? Or do I need to stay at 17?

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel..._19&sort=Brand
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel..._19&sort=Brand
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel..._19&sort=Brand
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...3&autoModClar=

[dokterdewe]

If you improve grip you may accelerate faster as long more grip is not followed with big weight gain.. 17 × 8-9 might be the best option for you pal.. 18 usually have better stance and looks but for minimum rotating mass the width should be lower than 8"... except you opt for real light wheels like OZ Ultraleggera..

[OmarGC]

Originally Posted by ShoNUFF

How does the car ride with such an aggressive setup? Accel wise?

Don't know I haven't driven it in 2 months, and it'll be another 2 months until I drive it again. Also, I don't know what stock wheel/tires weight but my 18x10 setup with tires mounted weight less then 45lbs filled

[FastLane1000]

Originally Posted by tennisfreak

Here a few wheels I like. I have to stay within my budget which is less than $200 a wheel. Is it ok to go up to 18 without affecting acceleration? Or do I need to stay at 17?

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel..._19&sort=Brand
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel..._19&sort=Brand
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel..._19&sort=Brand
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...3&autoModClar=

That's funny cause I just ordered the hyper black motegi sp10 today in 18x8 with Dunlop direzza z101 tires in 225/40/18. I wanted hyper black over black. I didn't want to add weight and I didn't want understeer from a staggered setup. I like the plus 40 offset for a flush front. I don't think you can go wrong with any you linked to just look at the specs and weights. Tire rack includes the lug nuts and centering rings for no extra charge. I'll have pics by the end of the week. Your only gonna hurt acceleration performance if you go with a larger tire diameter or a heavier than stock wheel and tire. The motegi's should save a pound or two per wheel and the tires will add about a lb. So I'll end up even or a little lighter hopefully.

[whataboutbob]

Originally Posted by shu5892001

I would get black RPF1 17x9 with 245/40/17 if I were on a budget and looking for a light and sticky combo

Worked for me. Make sure you get the 35 offset, especially if you don't plan on doing coil overs.

[tennisfreak]

Originally Posted by FastLane1000

That's funny cause I just ordered the hyper black motegi sp10 today in 18x8 with Dunlop direzza z101 tires in 225/40/18. I wanted hyper black over black. I didn't want to add weight and I didn't want understeer from a staggered setup. I like the plus 40 offset for a flush front. I don't think you can go wrong with any you linked to just look at the specs and weights. Tire rack includes the lug nuts and centering rings for no extra charge. I'll have pics by the end of the week. Your only gonna hurt acceleration performance if you go with a larger tire diameter or a heavier than stock wheel and tire. The motegi's should save a pound or two per wheel and the tires will add about a lb. So I'll end up even or a little lighter hopefully.

Cool thanks, looking forward to some pics!