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-   -   17 or 18 Inch - What's best ? (https://www.scoobynet.com/wheels-tyres-and-brakes-13/238922-17-or-18-inch-whats-best.html)

Elliot 10 August 2003 10:47 PM

I currently have 17 wheels on my 95 WRX import but they look a bit on the small side so I am considering changing them for 18's.

I have heard a number of people say that 18's make the handling worse but wondered what people here reckon ?

Also, any suggestions and pics of either gold or anthracite alloys on a dark blue classic would be great as unsure what to go for.

Cheers El

CRAIGFIN 10 August 2003 11:58 PM

Elliot,

I am very cynical about the whole "adverse to handling" thing. If you are Colin McCrae then , yes, maybe you would see a difference. But as far as us mere mortals are concerned, I can't see a difference.
I am also upgrading from 17" to 18", mainly because I want different wheels, but thought I'd go bigger anyway.
I have no doubt someone will post to the contrary on here, but I don't buy it.

Craig.:D

Brun 11 August 2003 12:05 AM

I agree :D

HOUSEQUAKE 11 August 2003 12:28 AM

Guys, I too am considering upgrading from 17" to 18", I have OZ super t at the moment, 17 x 205/40. When you go up to 18's, what are the changes? I mean does it go 18 x 225/35??? What do I need to be looking at and what offset should 18's be???

Mine's a v4 type R if it makes any difference!

CRAIGFIN 11 August 2003 12:38 AM

HOUSEQUAKE,

The offset will be the same, 48-53. As for tyre sizes, you will find a range of tyres will fit. Ask your supplier what they recommend size wise, price is also a factor.

Craig.:D

M0NEY 11 August 2003 08:37 AM

My 18 Prodrive wheels handle better than the 17 Oz wheels i had on there.

Tyre size on the classic should be 215/35/18

Scooby New 11 August 2003 10:01 AM

Housequake,

If you're selling your 17's I might be interested in buying them! Drop me an email...............!!!

Steve

HOUSEQUAKE 11 August 2003 11:40 AM

Sho'nuff...will post some piccies!

HOUSEQUAKE 13 August 2003 03:29 PM

Them wheels.

On Car.
http://upload.turbosport.co.uk/getpi...2353412395.jpg

Close up.
http://upload.turbosport.co.uk/getpi...2353201972.jpg


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