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Old 10-05-08, 06:48 PM
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new wheels helpp

i bought some new wheels they look like this http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2399/...9e3eec.jpg?v=0 the size is gonna be 205/50/r15 i just stuck one on without the tire to see what it would look like, it looks like it sticks out quite far. is that normal. and i have rear drums and the 2 screws on the drums are in the way how do i go about all this. main thing is is it normal to stick out and do you guys think it would look stupid.
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What is the width and offset of the wheels?
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those screws in the drums can actually be removed if necessary.
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search the archives, there is loads of information on wheels/rims. Check spring clearance on the front as most will fit on the back pretty easy. A standard spacer will be needed just to avoid the brake screws. They are pretty cheap on ebay. 1/4" for a 4X110 bolt/lug pattern for the back worked for mine, but I have a GSL with rear disks. It took new longer lugs and 1/2" spacers for the front of mine, but mine are 17" low-pro...can't remember the width right off.
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do you guys think think it will look stupid if the wheels stick out about an inch or so.. or will it look nice
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I've got 15x8 with 225 50 r15 on the back of my 7 and they don't stick out. I had to roll the fenders but that only took 10 minutes tops.
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Post the specs on the wheels, width and backspacing. Backspacing should be about 4.25" for 205 tires to clear the front springs. Also post a pic of a wheel mounted front and rear. If the drum screws are holding the wheels away from sitting flush with the drum, remove the screws instead of using spacers. All the screws do is hold the drum in place, making it easier to thread in the lug bolts.
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