I am going with some gunmetal Work Emotion CR wheels 17 by 8. I noticed a couple offsets, which one is recommended? 42? 47? Also they are gonna be wrapped in Bridgestone Potenza S-03's, what tire size would be recommended for the wheels? Thank you for any help, it's greatly appreciated ! -Shawn

 

The tires should be 225/45/R17

As for the offset, you can go either way...

Check this out and see for yourself http://toy4two.home.mindspring.com/offset.html

The 42mm will stick out 22mm and the 47mm offset will stick out 17mm,

 

Such a wealth of Information in the RSX forum you are GreenBean.

 

you should get the 42 mm offset with a 17x8 rim.

 

Also you can run a 215/45/17 on it, and that is really the recommended size. The stock offset is what 45? If so, going with a wider wheel you want a lower offset number.

Chris

 

I was getting the 225 width from the guys at http://www.tirerack.com....

If the wheel is 7.5-8.0"wide they recommend the 225, if its only 7.0" wide they recommend the 215.

 

umm, whats an easy way to explain offset? Is it from the center to the outside lip?

 

I THINK the offset is the length between one stud and the other stud going across from each other?

 

inlinefour.com is where I think I am going to order from, but the only offer the 17 by 8 wheels with a 47 offset. Is a 42 offset worth looking at other sites? Thanks for the help guys. -Shawn

 

i just recently bought these wheels in 17x7 +47 offset. i bought them used. i wanted to get 17x7.5 +42.i was concerned that with a +47 offset, it would look like it stuck in too much, but it looks great. howeever, if i was u, id try my best to get the +42 since u are running 17x8. i dont think its critical though

 

Does anyone know where I can find a set of 17 by 8 gunmetal wheels with a 42 offset?? All help is appreciated. -Shawn

 

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Ok. From what I have seen online my options are 17 by 7 with a 42 or 47 offset, or 17 by 8 with a 47 offset only. I guess what I am asking is, what would you pick? If anyone could explain the benefits and cons of each size I would really appreciate it. -Shawn

 

Still wondering if I can find a 17 by 8 wheel with a 42 offset. I am pretty sure they aren't made in a 42. Should I go for 17 by 7 so I can get a 42 offset, or just stick with wider wheel with a 47 offset. I appreciate all the help. -Shawn

 

post some pics soon.... i want those wheels as well but in 16's. i am just curious to how they will look... keep us updated