17x7 offset 55 OK on wrx?
10-25-2005, 05:47 PM
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17x7 offset 55 OK on wrx?
sorry if i couldn't find this info with a search. only thing i could find was that 17x7 with 53 offset was ok. is 55mm offset too much on an 02 wrx? any possible problems?
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10-25-2005, 10:29 PM
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Originally Posted by slvrsubywgn
The 02-03 stock WRX rims have a 55mm offset also. I'm sure the 04-05's are the same, too.
10-25-2005, 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by LMON50
i wasn't sure if offset requirements change with different wheel sizes (e.g. 16" to 17") . are the new 06 wrx 17" wheels 55mm offsets too?
10-26-2005, 12:08 AM
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Originally Posted by slvrsubywgn
Nope, the requirements don't change. After all, the USDM STi's wheels are 17x7.5" with a 53mm offset. Some people say that higher offset are better for these cars and lower offsets may cause premature wear on your wheel bearings, but I have yet to find proof. I say go with whatever you want and whatever fits on your car
....there have been reports of bearing failures in markets outside the US due to offsets below ~+42....I, personally, wouldn't blink at running a +42 offset(for the 'right wheel') but staying 'over' that is better if at all possible...which is one reason that I bought the SSR Comps....+50 offset
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