5x100 to 5x114.3 adaptors. which thickness
I have been searching for some mint original alloys for my 2005 Wrx as mine are in a sorry state. I know I can get then refurbished but it's the hassle of being without my car for a good fee days. I have always liked the 2006 Wrx alloys:
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item...d=151116857027 But as they are 5x114.3, I had always assumed that it wasn't an option. Now I discovered that adaptors do exist but come in various thicknesses. Does anyone know if : A) I can use wheel pcd adaptors in this appliclations And B) which thickness do I go for? :thumb: |
Hi there
2006 WRX alloys are 5X100 not 5X114.3" Those wheels which you posted are from STI,which are 5X114.3",but if you will go with the PCD converters then you can fit them without the problem Just I would have look hubcentric PCD converters and thickness should 10mm will be OK enough Jura |
Sorry, I meant the 2005/06 Sti wheels.
But bugger me, those adaptors are rather expensive. Near on £250 a set. Does anyone know if you can buy 5x100 05/06 sti or sti style wheels? If so, would appreciate a nudge in the right direction! Ta. |
Originally Posted by Gear Head
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Sorry, I meant the 2005/06 Sti wheels.
But bugger me, those adaptors are rather expensive. Near on £250 a set. Does anyone know if you can buy 5x100 05/06 sti or sti style wheels? If so, would appreciate a nudge in the right direction! Ta. If you are happy with your current wheels design wise why not go the refurbishing route. If you use one of The Wheel Specialist franchises you drive your car in (none of this taking the wheels off yourself nonsense) and get it back the next day with the wheels all done. They do a proper job (stripping the tyres off the wheels unlike some places) and can refurb to whatever colour you choose. The finish is powder coated so will be uber durable too. I have used the franchise in Manchester several times and always been more than happy with the results .... and as you know I am a picky ba5tard ;) |
I agree, I am not keen really due to the reasons you mention. I just don't really like the original wheel design. That's why I am not keen on a refurb.
I don't want max power sytle alloys, just standard ones from a later car. I believe these are the ones I am looking for. Either silver or gold. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/17-INOVIT-...-/151104010551 |
For the price of a good quality set of adapters you could probably pick up a spare set to put on while you get your old ones refurbed.
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Originally Posted by Gear Head
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I agree, I am not keen really due to the reasons you mention. I just don't really like the original wheel design. That's why I am not keen on a refurb.
I don't want max power sytle alloys, just standard ones from a later car. I believe these are the ones I am looking for. Either silver or gold. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/17-INOVIT-...-/151104010551 PS Dark wheels on silver cars can look superb! |
Don't want to spend more than £0.50 but I am open to negotiation!
May be that is the best route. Don't need tyres, so will see if I can get a price for just the wheels. Personally, I think gold wheels on a silver car look good, but I couldn't never bring myself to buy them! Dark chrome or gun-metal would look good though. |
Originally Posted by Gear Head
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Don't want to spend more than £0.50 but I am open to negotiation!
May be that is the best route. Don't need tyres, so will see if I can get a price for just the wheels. Personally, I think gold wheels on a silver car look good, but I couldn't never bring myself to buy them! Dark chrome or gun-metal would look good though. |
There's a set of converters on 22b for sale..
£100 New never used.... Seller bright green detailing...names Steve....trustworthy fella ... |
What about a set of V7 STI alloys in a colour to suit ?
dunx P.S. Thick spacers mess with wheel bearing loads, steering geometry and braking stability, not a great solution, IMHO. |
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