STi in house for measurements
06-25-2003, 09:12 AM
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Yes - it's tough. There might end up being none, but I'm expecting about five good fits. As an example, we have a few wheels that fit the Evo, but most require a 5mm spacer on the front. That might be the case on the STi as well. We'll see - but I'm still sorry about the continued delays.
06-25-2003, 10:08 PM
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Usually running spacers is not a good idea but I have seen people run spacers without problems but that will be up to you in the end.
But I am glad to see that the guys at Tire Rack are really taking their time to get good measurements because I would rather buy wheels that fit than wheels that do not.
But I am glad to see that the guys at Tire Rack are really taking their time to get good measurements because I would rather buy wheels that fit than wheels that do not.
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06-26-2003, 05:18 AM
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Spacers, when correctly done, represent little to no strenth/safety compromise. The spacer must allow at least 8 revolutions of a lug nut on the stud to provide correct torque (12x1.25 thread). When the right torque is met, the necessary shear strength between the wheel (and ultimately the hub) is preserved.
Spacers are frequently used on older BMWs, 3000GTs, Porsches, etc. I've never encountered a problem with the use of them in road driving or even in racing applications - which is where most of them go.
Don't get me wrong; I would rather not use spacers. When they're used correctly, though, they work fine. On special applications (big brakes), spacers are often necessary.
Spacers are frequently used on older BMWs, 3000GTs, Porsches, etc. I've never encountered a problem with the use of them in road driving or even in racing applications - which is where most of them go.
Don't get me wrong; I would rather not use spacers. When they're used correctly, though, they work fine. On special applications (big brakes), spacers are often necessary.
06-30-2003, 12:38 AM
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Re: sti wheels on a wagon?
Originally posted by Teep
n00b question, will the sti wheels fit on a 02 wrx wagon? I'm hoping that by next May some STi owner will want to dump their beeeyoutiful stockers on me.
-tp
n00b question, will the sti wheels fit on a 02 wrx wagon? I'm hoping that by next May some STi owner will want to dump their beeeyoutiful stockers on me.
-tp
07-02-2003, 08:30 AM
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We have our first listed fit - It's a 17x7.5" ASA KA3. Though not a forged wheel, it is a great snow wheel on the STi and they cost $139 each. We haven't put it on the scale yet, but I'm expecting about 20 - 22 lbs. each.
I'll post any others as they are approved. Thanks again for the continued patience of the STi owners.
I'll post any others as they are approved. Thanks again for the continued patience of the STi owners.
07-07-2003, 02:29 AM
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If we're making requests....
SSR Competition 17x8.0 (+48) or 17x8.5 (+48), with 225, 235, or 245 tires. This would seem to be a good choice of wheels for autocross and driving events, especially at 13.1 and 13.7 pounds respectively (though it throws you out of SCCA stock class). Price should be good compared to the STi wheels or custom wheels (e.g. Fikse, Kinesis), though more than ASA or Rota.
I'm pretty sure people have tried the 17x7.5 (+50) and they don't fit. But with the wider width and 2mm less offset maybe?
SSR Competition 17x8.0 (+48) or 17x8.5 (+48), with 225, 235, or 245 tires. This would seem to be a good choice of wheels for autocross and driving events, especially at 13.1 and 13.7 pounds respectively (though it throws you out of SCCA stock class). Price should be good compared to the STi wheels or custom wheels (e.g. Fikse, Kinesis), though more than ASA or Rota.
I'm pretty sure people have tried the 17x7.5 (+50) and they don't fit. But with the wider width and 2mm less offset maybe?
07-07-2003, 09:40 PM
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Originally posted by Rafal
How hard it is to put some 17'' wheels on a car and see if they fit? It takes ages for these guys to come up with one, unimpressive wheel fit. In this speed we'll have four to choose from for winter first snow.
How hard it is to put some 17'' wheels on a car and see if they fit? It takes ages for these guys to come up with one, unimpressive wheel fit. In this speed we'll have four to choose from for winter first snow.
This time they are being thorough about it. You need to consider how the offset is going to affect the handling of the car and what the limits are. You need to consider whether or not the wheel is going to clear the Brembos. Whether or not the wheel is going to require a spacer and how big of a spacer.
I would rather wait just a little bit longer but if do not have the patience then go and do your own R&D. I have posted up a couple of wheels that I know fit from my own experience so if you do a search on it then I am sure you will find them listed in some post.