Offset question: 17x9, 275/40/R17
12-11-2005, 12:02 PM
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Offset question: 17x9, 275/40/R17
Specifically, these 17x9 MB Motorsports Weapon wheels. Offset options are +27 and +17.
The tires are 275/40/R17 falken azenis RT615 for autocross. Will either of these offsets work off the shelf, or would either of them work with a spacer?
The tires are 275/40/R17 falken azenis RT615 for autocross. Will either of these offsets work off the shelf, or would either of them work with a spacer?
12-11-2005, 12:29 PM
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I have a picture somewhere of my car with the 17x8 +17 all around on the car with 255/40/17. Looked pretty good IMO. I am thinking on going with a 275 rear, but am unsure how it will look.
12-11-2005, 12:31 PM
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I'd love to see the picture, but I'm not really concerned with looks.. just don't want any rub. These will be my race wheels/tires.
Oh, my car is also on tanabe GF210 springs, which dropped it 1" in the front and 1.2" in the back
Oh, my car is also on tanabe GF210 springs, which dropped it 1" in the front and 1.2" in the back
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I am looking into getting some of these wheels for my track wheels. If im going to run 17x9 +27 with 275 Hoosiers, do you think I will rub at all in the front? I have hotchkis springs also.
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01-08-2006, 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by thawk408
I am looking into getting some of these wheels for my track wheels. If im going to run 17x9 +27 with 275 Hoosiers, do you think I will rub at all in the front? I have hotchkis springs also.
01-09-2006, 12:11 AM
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Originally Posted by sfarrah
I did a test fit a while back and my 17x9 +35 fn01rc's with 275/40/17 Hoosiers rubbed slightly on the suspension in the front. I would think your extra 8mm of clearance should be plenty.
+27 will tuck the rims nicely, +17 will give your car a better stance.
01-09-2006, 07:21 PM
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Just to clear things up, the wheels fit just fine, no rubbing issues. The wheels and tires sit just slightly farther out than the stock 17"s, the perfect amount, i think. The 275/40/R17 RT-615s I got are outstanding... great turn-in, endless grip. I love them, can't wait to race on them.
01-10-2006, 06:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Mr.Jadkowski
Just to clear things up, the wheels fit just fine, no rubbing issues. The wheels and tires sit just slightly farther out than the stock 17"s, the perfect amount, i think. The 275/40/R17 RT-615s I got are outstanding... great turn-in, endless grip. I love them, can't wait to race on them.
So you went with the +27's I'm guessing?
01-10-2006, 09:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Mr.Jadkowski
Just to clear things up, the wheels fit just fine, no rubbing issues. The wheels and tires sit just slightly farther out than the stock 17"s, the perfect amount, i think. The 275/40/R17 RT-615s I got are outstanding... great turn-in, endless grip. I love them, can't wait to race on them.
Just to clarify, these are the 17x9 +27 with 275/40/R17 falken azenis RT615?
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Wow that looks badass. Does the tire/rim face sit flush with the body? Also, sorry I'm ADD what size wheels are those (17x9 all around with 275s all around?). And can you take a shot like a bit closer so I can see how flush it fits with the body? Thanks.
01-10-2006, 09:42 AM
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could you also take a shot of the clearance behind the wheel and tire?
Something like this shot taken from Sport Compact Car's Project 350Z. This shows the clearance of a BBS 18x9.5 +42 rim w/12mm spacer and 275/40/18 BFG KD tire.
Something like this shot taken from Sport Compact Car's Project 350Z. This shows the clearance of a BBS 18x9.5 +42 rim w/12mm spacer and 275/40/18 BFG KD tire.
01-11-2006, 07:50 AM
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