ok i got a deal on a set of rims bbs 4x114.3,17 by 7, [B]42mm offset[B]

will they fit my car?
(fourth gen)

 

yes

 

Double yes

 

yes X 3

 

what about lowered?? bought them this mornning... tire recommendations?

 

205 40 17 maybe 215 35 17

 

if 4th and 5th gens have the same tire sizes, then you can use a 205/45-17 size tire, or if you want to you can use a 215/40-17. i use the wider tire size on my lowered 5th gen with no problems.

 

I am runnin a 205/40 R17 on my Prime rims. No problems at all, ever. I wouldn't mind going a little wider though

 

hmm so i could do a wider 215/40 or a stock width 205/45. the 45 would be a little more comfortable, right? perhaps a little safer too.

is it nerve racking driving with a 215/40-17? the wider stance would be nice, but is that sidewall a little too small to protect a wheel from a pothole?
also, the 205/45 is about .4" greater in total diameter.. is that bad for gearing or the speedometer?