15's??
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From: Raytown MO
Car Info: 2003 WRX in World Rally Blue
Originally posted by KC
The RS can run 15" naturally. The WRX has larger front calipers and that's why it's difficult to run 15" wheels on a WRX.
Also, if you're going to think about a 15" for the WRX (ie: Compomotive), remember to verify the load rating of the tire you're going to use. Not many 15" tires are made to handle the 3K weight of a WRX under high load. This is also another big reason to go 16", with just a lower profile.
--kC
The RS can run 15" naturally. The WRX has larger front calipers and that's why it's difficult to run 15" wheels on a WRX.
Also, if you're going to think about a 15" for the WRX (ie: Compomotive), remember to verify the load rating of the tire you're going to use. Not many 15" tires are made to handle the 3K weight of a WRX under high load. This is also another big reason to go 16", with just a lower profile.
--kC
At first glance it sounded good - use smaller wheels to keep the revs up and bring the turbo into play. Then I found that the only wheels that had an offset that even approached the correct amount are just slightly out of my price range. So, I'm going with KC's advice and get lower profile tires.
This thread looks like it would be right at home in the tires & wheels forum...
