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this is exactly right. I have a 95 cab with the 18in MY02 wheels - I much prefer the look of 18s on a 993 and think the MY02 really look great but that is certainly personal taste. I did install the steering rack brace many years ago. No problem running 18s and I don't think the ride is too harsh...
Agree on the 18s @stace, my 95 cab had 17 cups that were chromed when I bought the car. I lowered with PSS10 and RS wheel carriers and put on 18 NB hollow spoke twists and the steering rack brace.
Here are pics for OP with both 17s and 18s. I am probably going to switch it up again to real RS speedlines and sell the NB hollow twists.
This really comes down to personal preference. I have 17" Cup 2s and 18" 3-piece wheels which I change up based on mood. I really like the proportions and understated look of the 17" wheels. Advantages are that tires are cheap, they're light, and a bit more comfortable around town.
18s, especially 3-piece, have a bit more "wow" factor.
Agree on the 18s @stace, my 95 cab had 17 cups that were chromed when I bought the car. I lowered with PSS10 and RS wheel carriers and put on 18 NB hollow spoke twists and the steering rack brace.
Here are pics for OP with both 17s and 18s. I am probably going to switch it up again to real RS speedlines and sell the NB hollow twists.
Ironic.... mine came with chromed 18 twists that leaked immediately as the chrome was delaminating. (I'll never own a chrome wheel again!). There are a lot of nice looking wheels to choose from and they such a personal choice!
I just want to say "Thanks" to everyone who responded. There were a lot of great thoughts, and certainly there is no right answer here. I'm still stuck with a bad case of paralysis by analysis, but it's just really nice to have a Porsche again and to get to agonize over these types of decisions. I think there is a general consensus that the 18" wheels look a little better, provide a bit more grip, and don't sacrifice too much in ride quality. I priced the Michelin's in both 17 and 18 sizes, and the cost isn't that much different. It comes down to if I really want the Fuchs or if I'd rather wait and see if I can't source something OEM. I will update when I pull the trigger on something!
03-30-2021, 11:52 PM
I think there is a general consensus that the 18" wheels look a little better, provide a bit more grip, and don't sacrifice too much in ride quality. I priced the Michelin's in both 17 and 18 sizes, and the cost isn't that much different. It comes down to if I really want the Fuchs or if I'd rather wait and see if I can't source something OEM. I will update when I pull the trigger on something!