Lets see some 17 or 18" rims on GC8s
07-01-2003, 08:48 AM
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Lets see some 17 or 18" rims on GC8s
I'm planning on getting 17's after a long decision process. Post pics of your rims on your imprezas, the brand, the size of them, and if any modifications were needed to house the new rims and tires. I'd like to see the differences and hear the pros and cons. Thanks.
07-01-2003, 01:44 PM
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17x7 ADR RS2000s w/ 205/45R17 Kumho 712s - no rubbing
18x7.5 Rota Subzeros w/ 225/40R18 Kumho 712s - probably have to remove the rubber trim
I have more pics of either if you want. I'm probably going back to 16s soon.
JC
18x7.5 Rota Subzeros w/ 225/40R18 Kumho 712s - probably have to remove the rubber trim
I have more pics of either if you want. I'm probably going back to 16s soon.
JC
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07-01-2003, 03:06 PM
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Ya, I think the 17s might be my favorite looks wise. They do look a bit bigger than most 17s though.
I still like 16s though...
Be warned that your ride will be harsher with larger rims and unless you get Volks or the like, your car will be slower. I'm going to try to pick up some Legacy GT mesh 16s w/ Falken Azenis next.
JC
I still like 16s though...
Be warned that your ride will be harsher with larger rims and unless you get Volks or the like, your car will be slower. I'm going to try to pick up some Legacy GT mesh 16s w/ Falken Azenis next.
JC
07-02-2003, 10:53 AM
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Stock rims weigh about 16-17lbs depending on which one. The ADRs weigh 21-22lbs or so I've been told.
I don't have foglight covers. They are Hella Black Magics, I got them from Summit Racing, ~$180 IIRC. Be warned it's a struggle to get them to fit.
I like the 16s for many reasons. Straight line performance, ride comfort, tires are cheaper, and you are much less likely to bend a rim if you drive like I do. 17s will get you better turn in, less sidewall flex, and better looks. If I could afford Volks or Advans I'd probably get 17s or 18s, but the factory 16s are really nice wheels and it's a shame to given them up just for looks IMO. If you are going for handling unless you already have a well modded suspension I'd stick with the stock wheels w/ better tires.
edit: I almost forgot 240sxer's Formels. This one is not my car...
JC
I don't have foglight covers. They are Hella Black Magics, I got them from Summit Racing, ~$180 IIRC. Be warned it's a struggle to get them to fit.
I like the 16s for many reasons. Straight line performance, ride comfort, tires are cheaper, and you are much less likely to bend a rim if you drive like I do. 17s will get you better turn in, less sidewall flex, and better looks. If I could afford Volks or Advans I'd probably get 17s or 18s, but the factory 16s are really nice wheels and it's a shame to given them up just for looks IMO. If you are going for handling unless you already have a well modded suspension I'd stick with the stock wheels w/ better tires.
edit: I almost forgot 240sxer's Formels. This one is not my car...
JC
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07-05-2003, 12:10 AM
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