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Old 08-11-2004, 09:47 PM
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Default Wheel fitament 8.5's and 10's......

Fronts are 54 offset (I think they will fit fine) ?
Rears are 60 offset (21mm spacer by my estimation will be needed)?
Already have PS2's need something different for wheels and I think I have found them. Wheel experts any opinions? They are $500 per wheel so I can't take too big a leap without some confidence.
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Almost forgot..I plan to lower car 1"
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I have 8.5 x 18 ET46 and 10 x 18 ET 52 on my car with no spacers and no rubbing.

However, the offsets you mention are significantly different. Call Wheel Enhancement.......those guys know exactly what will work and what won't.

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Thanks, Ray
Which exhaust do you have? Looks nice!
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Stock exhaust w/Porsche chrome exhaust tip
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I have spacers front and rear and will say that i cant get rid of a slight but irritating steering wheel wobble,i was told the solution was to have the wheels balanced on the car but cant find anywhere to do it locally.Remember spacers on the front can unbalance things.
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I too have had problems with front spacers. Wheel enhancement has these wheels and I am checking to see if they will work on my Box 2.7 he says the use of rear spacers is limited by the machining of the back of the wheel (if it has cut outs for the spacer bolts to go). I never thought of that!
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I have the following offsets, no spacers 8.5" x 18" ET 46, 10"x 18" ET 54, w/ROW M030 suspension, Michelin Pilot spts. Negative camber 1.2 frt, 1.5 rear. I think the offsets that will work really depends on the manufacturer and the tires you have. Good Luck!
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Wheel enhancement told me the Enkei's will fit with rear spacers. They are now on my list. As light or lighter than the 5-spoke Carrera wheels and will definately fill out the fenders!!
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If it helps any, I have 10.5"Techarts with 47MM ofsets and 285/30 PS with no spacers and no rubbing. Front 8.5" 50MM offset 245/30 or 225/40 fit. My '99 is lowered about 1.5"
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Will be selling these 18" Carrera style wheels soon so if anyone is interested let me know!
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How much for the wheels?
WHat condition are they in?
What condition are the tires?
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Wheels only are for sale, no tires $1750 b/o includes ground shipping and insurance. Wheels are as close to perfect as you will find. Also include silver/black center caps. I believe wheel enhancement gets 2k for these so I can definately save someone some money!!



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