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Old 12-21-2011, 11:00 AM
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Question 18 inch wheel fit??

Hey Guys,

I'm thinking a good present to me would be a set of track wheels. I'm investigating if 18 inch wheels will fit. My thought is 18 inch tires will be easier on the pocket book over the 19's. My OEM wheels appear to have about 4/10 of an inch clearance over the PCCB calipers. Are 18's a good decision (track days only)? Will they fit without having to make any modifications?
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they should fit as long as they are designed for PCCB cars. If buying new, the retailer should be able to confirm. If buying used, do your homework first.
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Yep they fit...see them at the track all the time. You are right next door to CCW (Complete Custom Wheel) in Daytona Beach. Just call John and tell him 9x18 and 12x18 C12 or 14 for 997 GT3.

However if you are driving to the track...with 18"...the only streetable R-Compound tire left are the horrid Toyo R888. For a slick like tire if you trailer you have Hoosier R6 and Khumo V710.

If you drive to the track get 19" because you have more R-Compound streetable tires choices with Michelin Sport Cup, Pirelli Corsa, Pirelli Trofeo, Toyo R888.
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Originally Posted by Space Coast GT3
Hey Guys,

I'm thinking a good present to me would be a set of track wheels. I'm investigating if 18 inch wheels will fit. My thought is 18 inch tires will be easier on the pocket book over the 19's. My OEM wheels appear to have about 4/10 of an inch clearance over the PCCB calipers. Are 18's a good decision (track days only)? Will they fit without having to make any modifications?
We offer both an 18" and 19" fitment for the centerlock GT3 and GT3RS as well as the 5 lug setup for the 997.1 models and they are clear the Ceramic brakes.

We can help you with tires as well from Pirelli (Trofeo), Toyo, Michelin and Hoosier depending on your application.

You can email me as well at james@gmgracing.com for more info, pics and specs.
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Thanks Guys!
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+1 on the GMG 18 inch wheels. I have the PCCB set up and I have no clearance issues on my gt3 rs.
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We also have specials on Forgeline wheels right now for you application!

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We manufacture wheels that fit PCCB in 18" as well. Please look at the Profil series wheels on our web site. http://www.fikse.com/2010/profil.html
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BBS makes race wheels that fit all Porsche GT cars. I have 18" on my 2010 GT3 with PCCB. I have 2 sets actually and run Hooters R6. Try to get a deal because one set is not enough. AND you must setup your car for the specific tire/wheel combo as switching back to the stock wheel/tire will change your cars handling. So get 2 sets.
BBS are what ALL the Cup teams use. I believe that is what comes on the Cup cars from Porsche. And, yes, they are expensive. +/-$6k/set.
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Here are a few pics with our wheels :

























18" wheel - raw on PCCB equipped car.
























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Here are some action shots of GMG in 18"

James.....all your cars and cafe shots do no justice LOL
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You should be on your way down here for dinner...

BBS pretty but very tight fit around front calipers, cheap parts to replce bent outer rings
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Hard to argue with a set of CCW C14's or C10's....especially for the price.
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CCW CL's are supposed to be available soon. We will know by Friday.


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