hey I have a 97 coupe and I'm ordering enkei rpf1's 15x7 4x100 and I need to specify offset! Can some1 explain what offsets would work and how that works with tire sizes? Thanks

 

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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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For that wide of a rim, I would get an offset between +35-40. If you get a wider tire and buy a higher offset, you will rub on the inside of the fender well. If you get a too negative offset (less positive) and your car is low you will rub on your outer fender/quarter panel wells.

 

Offset doesnt affect tire size. rim width affects size. But yesh for example my slips are 15x7 +40 offset and I have 205 tires on it. They are about flush with my fenders. Actually had to roll them slightly.

 

i noticed alot of people are selling rpf1's and they seem to be +41 or +45 offset! does this sound right?

 

still trying to figure out the best offset that's good for my 96 coupe meant for occasional driving/autocross/road course! I wanna order my wheels but no good at offset

 

i just got a set of 17x7 with a +40 offset and they fit just fine but my civic isnt lowered yet.

 

bump for offset

 

Buy +45, call it a day.

 

why ?

 

Well, why not?

 

so im thing +35 offset, does this sound like it would be right for a 15x7 wheel on an ek coupe setup for daily with occasional autocross/roadrace?

 

bump

 

My VSR 15X7 wheels are +40 and fit in my fenders of 95 hatch great.

 

Drew17th, a +35 like you're thinking about getting will be just fine.

 

you could always run a smaller tire which would allow the tire to stretch givin you more clearance if need be