what an offset???
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what an offset???
i'm thinking of getting some new rims for my 02 wrx. i like the look of 18's but i'm not sure if they will fit. i read about people talking about the offset and i have no idea what they are talking about. i was wondering if anyone could help me out... what do i need to look for when getting 18's for my car? i also intend to install some new brakes. does anyone have these or heard anything about them?
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Those brakes are the Subaru 4pots and can be easily found from various vendors. As far as wheels go. The offset you should be looking for a Subaru is in the range of 48-55mm. However, the offset does not determine as to how it will clear brake calipers. You can have a 53mm offset wheel that can clear the brake kit you are referring to because the spokes provide a good amount of depth for the calipers. Most wheels will clear the Subaru 4pots but NOT all. All Prodrive wheels will clear the Subaru 4pots.
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Offset
The offset of a wheel is the distance from its hub mounting surface to the centerline of the wheel. The offset can be one of three types.
Zero Offset
The hub mounting surface is even with the centerline of the wheel.
Positive
The hub mounting surface is toward the front or wheel side of the wheel. Positive offset wheels are generally found on front wheel drive cars and newer rear drive cars.
Negative
The hub mounting surface is toward the back or brake side of the wheels centerline. "Deep dish" wheels are typically a negative offset.
If the offset of the wheel is not correct for the car, the handling can be adversely affected. When the width of the wheel changes, the offset also changes numerically. If the offset were to stay the same while you added width, the additional width would be split evenly between the inside and outside. For most cars, this won't work correctly. We have test fitted thousands of different vehicles for proper fitment. Our extensive database allows our sales staff to offer you the perfect fit for your vehicle.
The offset of a wheel is the distance from its hub mounting surface to the centerline of the wheel. The offset can be one of three types.
Zero Offset
The hub mounting surface is even with the centerline of the wheel.
Positive
The hub mounting surface is toward the front or wheel side of the wheel. Positive offset wheels are generally found on front wheel drive cars and newer rear drive cars.
Negative
The hub mounting surface is toward the back or brake side of the wheels centerline. "Deep dish" wheels are typically a negative offset.
If the offset of the wheel is not correct for the car, the handling can be adversely affected. When the width of the wheel changes, the offset also changes numerically. If the offset were to stay the same while you added width, the additional width would be split evenly between the inside and outside. For most cars, this won't work correctly. We have test fitted thousands of different vehicles for proper fitment. Our extensive database allows our sales staff to offer you the perfect fit for your vehicle.
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Hey Luke@tirerack,
I have 2 questions for you. First, what is the offset and bolt pattern for the stock WRX wheels???
Also, I was curious when you guys are going to start carrying Toyo's??? Especially the T1-S's. I love the tires and you guys have excellent service, but I end up having to buy my tires else where. So when can we expect to see you carrying them?
Thanks,
Terbeaux.
I have 2 questions for you. First, what is the offset and bolt pattern for the stock WRX wheels???
Also, I was curious when you guys are going to start carrying Toyo's??? Especially the T1-S's. I love the tires and you guys have excellent service, but I end up having to buy my tires else where. So when can we expect to see you carrying them?
Thanks,
Terbeaux.
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hhmm that is confusing. Looking at a rim from the inside reveals that most of the rim is on the inside. The actual spokes are on the far outside most times. so "offset" as described would have to be alot more then 50mm if the offset is from the exact middle of the wheel. or would it...thats only about 2 inches...so if a wheel is 7 inches wide. then exactly 2 inches from the halfway mark of 3.5 would be the offset...so there is 5.5 inches behind the bolts and 1.5 after them? I guess =)
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