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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 01:06 PM
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Help with 17x8(+)

I want to run a 255/40 17 but I am having trouble finding 17x8(or wider) wheels that will clear the Brembos. I would really prefer not to use spacers. Does anyone know of any wheels that will work, or am I SOL?
I like the Konig Zeros, Again5s and the Drifz Monzas, if anyone has tried those.

Any help is appreciated, I'd kinda like to be able to get *some* traction in 2ond.
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 01:08 PM
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your best bet would be to try and run an 18x8 where there are a few proven options out there.. 17x8 is pushing it if you dont plan on needing to swap hubs to do so to get more rim choices. Spoke design is really crucial to clear the brembos and sadly given our bolt pattern, the options get limited quick
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 01:08 PM
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there's a wheel fitment tool on here that allows u to play with the offset and will tell u how much clearance u gain for lose
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 01:10 PM
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Does it account for the Brembos? I know what offset is supposed to fit, but the spokes could still get in the way. I want 17's because they are a lot cheaper, and I go through tires a couple times a year.
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 01:10 PM
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I want a 17x9 inch wheel so bad but the options just aren't there with the brembos and 5x110. I'm most likely gonna bite the bullet and swap to 5x114.3 over the winter, which seems like the route most people are taking.
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Old Oct 23, 2012 | 01:14 PM
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I saw something about that, but I'm still under 36k miles so I'll just have to wait on that....or just get a car that drives the correct set of wheels.
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