i was curious if this wheel size would pose a problem for rubbing first of all. according to this calculator, they are right on for the speedo. i have a 2000 civic ex, not lowered, and wouldnt go below 1.5" drop

http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

2nd, what size wheel would i need to mount these best?? would a 15x6.5 work or would it be better to go with a 15x7 or larger??

will most likely autox with my car in the spring, and planned on getting 205/50's but saw these matched the speedo even better

if anyone has experience running this size, let me know what you think.

i have searched and couldnt find enough to help me out

thanks, steve

 

You shouldn't have many rubbing issues, as long as you don't go with a lower offset wheel. A 15x6.5 will work for them, as would a 15x7. Ideally, you won't want to stray far from a +42 to +35 offset.

 

awesome thanks for the info

 

Assuming the better offset, you still may need a rear fender lip roll for clearance. We do not recommend anything bigger than 195/55R15

 

It's hard to find many choices in tires in 215, but I wouldn't worry about rubbing especially since your not lowered.

 

thanks for all of the responses. im planning to stick to 14" wheels because tires are CHEAP!! just noticed the calculator was even, but i was guessing there was a reason there werent many people running that size