16x7 or 16x8 regamasters on my EM1
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Re: 16x7 or 16x8 regamasters on my EM1 (-jacob-)
16x7.
Here's why. FIRST, you need to look at the tire size you're going to use, and then pick a tire. THEN decide on the wheel width you need, based on what widths are approved for that tire size.
For a '99-00 Civic, the best 16" tire sizes are either 205/45-16 or 215/45-16. Most tires come in one size or the other, not both, and there are a lot more choices in 205/45 than in 215/45.
Most 205/45-16 tires are approved for wheels 6.5-7.5 inches wide, NOT for 16x8. 215/45-16 is usually approved for wheels 7.0-8.0 inches wide. So unless you know that you will ONLY be using tires in 215/45-16, you should stick to 16x7, which can be used without problems with both tire sizes.
Here's why. FIRST, you need to look at the tire size you're going to use, and then pick a tire. THEN decide on the wheel width you need, based on what widths are approved for that tire size.
For a '99-00 Civic, the best 16" tire sizes are either 205/45-16 or 215/45-16. Most tires come in one size or the other, not both, and there are a lot more choices in 205/45 than in 215/45.
Most 205/45-16 tires are approved for wheels 6.5-7.5 inches wide, NOT for 16x8. 215/45-16 is usually approved for wheels 7.0-8.0 inches wide. So unless you know that you will ONLY be using tires in 215/45-16, you should stick to 16x7, which can be used without problems with both tire sizes.
Re: 16x7 or 16x8 regamasters on my EM1 (-jacob-)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by -jacob- »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">a buddy told me to go for 16x7, and i believe that they come in + 45 offset and +35. whats the difference? </TD></TR></TABLE>
About 10 mm.
About 10 mm.
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Re: 16x7 or 16x8 regamasters on my EM1 (toyomatt84)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by toyomatt84 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
About 10 mm.</TD></TR></TABLE>
which offset would be deeper into the wheel well?
About 10 mm.</TD></TR></TABLE>
which offset would be deeper into the wheel well?
Re: 16x7 or 16x8 regamasters on my EM1 (-jacob-)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by -jacob- »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
which offset would be deeper into the wheel well?</TD></TR></TABLE>
From the Wheel FAQ's: https://honda-tech.com/zerothread/1188922
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">What is offset?
The offset of a wheel is the distance from its hub mounting surface to the centerline of the wheel. It determines how much the wheels stick out from the car. The best offset depends on your particular car as well as on the width of the wheels. As a general rule, you *should* be able to get away with an offset between +35-45, but you will have to check what others have used for your car's year, model, and version to be sure. More info: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/offset.jsp
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which offset would be deeper into the wheel well?</TD></TR></TABLE>
From the Wheel FAQ's: https://honda-tech.com/zerothread/1188922
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">What is offset?
The offset of a wheel is the distance from its hub mounting surface to the centerline of the wheel. It determines how much the wheels stick out from the car. The best offset depends on your particular car as well as on the width of the wheels. As a general rule, you *should* be able to get away with an offset between +35-45, but you will have to check what others have used for your car's year, model, and version to be sure. More info: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/offset.jsp
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Re: 16x7 or 16x8 regamasters on my EM1 (toyomatt84)
16x7 +35 offset will be pushed out more towards the outer wheel well and 45 offset wil be pushed in more towards the inner part of the car.. people like 35 offset better due to the the brake caliper clearance.
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Re: 16x7 or 16x8 regamasters on my EM1 (toyomatt84)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by toyomatt84 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
About 10 mm.</TD></TR></TABLE>
lmao, this made my [freak]ing day!!!
About 10 mm.</TD></TR></TABLE>
lmao, this made my [freak]ing day!!!
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