I found some 13X7 Panasports, but I think they're way too small...

Anyways, I found a lot of pics of 15inch Panasports and they look badass. I know some racers have the 13inch rim, but I haven't been able to find any pics. So, does anyone have a picture of 13inch panasports on a 7? I'd appreciate it! Thanks

Also, are there any drivability problems with running a smaller wheel? I only know of lower top speed. And the GSL-SE offset is 40mm, correct?




15s look great!

 

I'm curious how they would look also. I was thinking of getting 13's with 50 series tires.

 

Yes, 13's are small, but thats what all non -SE RX-7's run. The + style rims are 13" allong with the style on the 79-80 cars. All 13".

As for top speed, there will be no difference if you make sure the overall tire and wheel diameter is the same as stock. Circumference will then be the same, and no change in top speed.

 

13's will NOT fit with the gsl-se brakes

 

I can show you what 13" panasports look like... thats the spec size for SRX7.. lemme attempt to upload a pic

 

nevermind... im sorry i dont have a side view of the car

 

My buddy runs 13 inch wheels for autoX on his '86 GX with no troubles, I don't see why a SE would be any different.

 

Hey thanks for all the replies. I guess the only way to see if they fit will be to actually try them.
I tried to figure out offset and what not, and if the brakes would fit, and the seller just said to try them on. Guess we'll know how 13" Panasports look like soon enough

Thanks again. Pictures soon!

 

damn that silver one is one of the cleanest looking FB's ive seen in awhile. im thinking of getting 15 inch panasports and paint the inside gun metal to match my paint...do you guy think that would look good? http://members.cardomain.com/hiboost7 theres my car

 

some brands of 13s fit, some do not... I beleive the panasports do, but I'm not puttingthat in writing..

I run diamond racing 13s on mine and I have about 2mm of clearance between the front dust shields and the rim shell.

 

But you just did!!

But seriously, I believe 13" Panasports should have no clearance issues.

 

believing is not good enough

This is an easy one to solve, Email panasport ... or Compomotive or whichever company you wish to buy your minilight knock offs from and ask them for the dimensions for a rim with the correct size and offset and then measure the car.

otherwise you will end up with a set of 13" rims that are specifically made for a car they will not fit ... can you say door stops

 

Would the owner of this 7 please come to the front counter .....there has been a small accident..hahaha

Mel, does this belong to you??? she's so shiny!

 

Yes I shined her up oh so nicely with 15" Panasports.. but much prettier in action, like in my avatar than sitting at a show.

 

Did you guys forget about bolt pattern issues? The GSL-SE bolt pattern is 4x114.3. The non -SE cars are 4x110.

As for offset, 40mm seems like a lot. I think most FWD cars have about a 40-42mm offset. I would think closer to 35mm or less. Refering to a Mustang, I think they have a 28mm offset. That is a RWD car.

 

40mm offset is about perfect with a 7" rim (maybe 38 to be safe) ...and bolt pattern isn't really a problem with wheels that are custom order.

 

does anyone know where to get the front air dam thats on that red car?

 

How much does a set of 15" Panasport rims cost? (for the street rim)

 

i have a pair of 13x6.5 rims that fit se's very tight clearance. my set with tires is like $350 if you guys want it