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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 04:41 PM
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Offset Problem!

Hi. Iam about to purchase a set of 17 inch rims.
But the offset of the set of rims are 43+..
And the Rx7 offset is only 35+.
What would happened if install them?? Would I have problems on tire wear??

Any suggestions on fixing this offset problem?
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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 04:45 PM
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what are the rim widths? the offset is probably fine. that effects how far out the wheels stick or how close they are to your shocks
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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 06:07 PM
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Well they are 17 inch TE37 bronze.
but I have no idea what the wheel length is.
I put one of them on today and it fits perfect.
The size and shape of them are simalar to my stock mags. so I think there shouldn't be a problem.


I was wondering what excately does the offset mean?
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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 06:17 PM
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Wheel offset is the lateral distance from a wheel's center plane to its monuting hub.
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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 06:48 PM
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It's only 3 mm from stock. That's about 1/8 inch. If there's a problem, it'll be rubbing the springs with the inside of the tire.
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Old Nov 28, 2001 | 11:38 PM
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So how can I fix the offset problem if the wheels start to rub against the fender..?
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Old Nov 29, 2001 | 12:03 AM
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i had 17 inch tires put on mine but i had to have those spacer sleeves put on because at 70 mph plus the steering wheel would vibrate alot it cut it donw but it vibrates some...
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Old Nov 29, 2001 | 12:22 AM
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if its too close to your springs, go to Optauto.com and get a set of 5mm spacer plates.

chris
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