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Old May 3, 2006 | 11:36 AM
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New Wheel Help

I reciently got a set of 17x8 in. PIAA wheels with an offset of 42 and i was wondering what size tire i should put on them for my 88 GTU. It isnt lowered or anything. They are sexy wheels and i just want to put them on my car so if anyone has any help please let me know. Also i am trying to get rid of another set of the exact ones for local pick up only so if you are intrested leave a message ok thank you.
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Old May 3, 2006 | 12:04 PM
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They won't fit up front without spacers.


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Old May 3, 2006 | 12:05 PM
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225/ 45 X 17R for a 17 x 8 rim.

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Old May 3, 2006 | 12:07 PM
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offset police where are you!!!! Run a lower offest , get like some +20s or something and get some wider wheels.
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Old May 3, 2006 | 12:26 PM
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it is true that your 42mm offset is going to kill you... you'll most likely need >10mm Spacers. that's moving into a very unsafe distance because you will only have your lugs grabbing a few threads.

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Old May 3, 2006 | 03:15 PM
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but as far as my rear wheels goe the offset is fine? but i need to get spacers for the fronts?
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Old May 3, 2006 | 09:59 PM
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Originally Posted by newRX-7
but as far as my rear wheels goe the offset is fine?
Yes.


but i need to get spacers for the fronts?
Yes.


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