STi in house for measurements
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Dexter@tirerack
[B]Just saw the new STi for the first time. We got one in for measurements and wow, this thing's for real. I didn't get to see it up on the rack, but fender clearances appear similar to the regular WRX. The 225 width tires fill the wells nicely, and a 235 will work as well. The question is: will a 245 fit without modification. We should know soon. [Quote]
Has tirerack come to any conclusion whether 235/45s and/or 245/45s will fit the stock STI 17.5 x 7.5 wheels and clear?
[B]Just saw the new STi for the first time. We got one in for measurements and wow, this thing's for real. I didn't get to see it up on the rack, but fender clearances appear similar to the regular WRX. The 225 width tires fill the wells nicely, and a 235 will work as well. The question is: will a 245 fit without modification. We should know soon. [Quote]
Has tirerack come to any conclusion whether 235/45s and/or 245/45s will fit the stock STI 17.5 x 7.5 wheels and clear?
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Originally posted by Dexter@tirerack
The 245s won't fit without rolling, but will also require an 8" wide wheel.
The 245s won't fit without rolling, but will also require an 8" wide wheel.
I've fit 245 wheels into the rear fender wells of a standard WRX quite a few times, with no fender rolling.
Dexter - you have amazing patience with people. Thanks for all the info!
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Thanks for the offer - but we indeed have all the measurements. It's no illusion; this car is unfriendly to the "normal" wheels we've all become accustomed to. The new breed of wheels are on their way...
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Hey Dexter,
Thank you for all the info.
I know that you don't sell Advan wheels, but I was hoping you might know better than me. I put Advan RCII 17x8.5 wheels
on my STI. They have an 45 offset. There are 225/45 Falken tires on them. I had to have the rear fenders rolled because of the slightest rubbing. Do you think 245/40 SO3's would be possible?
Thanks in advance,
Kevin
I know that you don't sell Advan wheels, but I was hoping you might know better than me. I put Advan RCII 17x8.5 wheels
on my STI. They have an 45 offset. There are 225/45 Falken tires on them. I had to have the rear fenders rolled because of the slightest rubbing. Do you think 245/40 SO3's would be possible?
Thanks in advance,
Kevin
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In short, no. If you're fenders are rolled flat (completely), maybe. I can't recommend because of the rim width range, but I honestly don't think it would work. Here are some specs:
225/45:
OD = 25.0
SW on 7.5" = 9.0"
TW = 8.4"
Fits 7 - 8.5" wheels
245/40
OD = 25.6
SW on 7.5" = 9.6"
TW = 9.0"
Fits 8 - 9.5" wheels
Food for thought:
235/40
OD = 24.5
SW on 7.5" = 9.3"
TW = 8.5"
Fits 8 - 9.5" wheels
235/45
OD = 25.3
SW on 7.5" = 9.2"
TW = 8.7"
Fits 7.5 - 9" wheels
These specs are all from the Bridgestone Potenza S-03 Pole Position. SW (section width) is calculated by adding (subtracting) .2" to (from) the section width spec listed for a tire for each 1/2" difference in your actual rim size compared to the "measuring rim width" in the specs of a particular tire.
225/45:
OD = 25.0
SW on 7.5" = 9.0"
TW = 8.4"
Fits 7 - 8.5" wheels
245/40
OD = 25.6
SW on 7.5" = 9.6"
TW = 9.0"
Fits 8 - 9.5" wheels
Food for thought:
235/40
OD = 24.5
SW on 7.5" = 9.3"
TW = 8.5"
Fits 8 - 9.5" wheels
235/45
OD = 25.3
SW on 7.5" = 9.2"
TW = 8.7"
Fits 7.5 - 9" wheels
These specs are all from the Bridgestone Potenza S-03 Pole Position. SW (section width) is calculated by adding (subtracting) .2" to (from) the section width spec listed for a tire for each 1/2" difference in your actual rim size compared to the "measuring rim width" in the specs of a particular tire.
Last edited by Dexter@tirerack; Oct 4, 2003 at 07:11 AM.
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Hang tough Dexter, its not like the extra 10-20mm is going to greatly enhance traction. Most of these guys don't have correct priorities about what truly enhances performance and are into looks???. I'll take "how they handle" anyday as my deciding factor. Tire pressure is far more important than 10mm width. Kinda like the male @@@gan! HaHa!!!