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Old 16 January 2006, 10:42 AM
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I really want a set of 18" Compomotive MOs and have read on SNet that 18x8 is too big for a classic Impreza and will have a negative effect on handling.

However all the adverts I've seen either new or 2nd hand all show the 18s as being 8 inches wide.

Does anyone know if you can get 18x7.5 Compomotive MOs?

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Old 16 January 2006, 11:51 AM
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Not sure on the size (try calling Alyn at AS Performance - 01914103770)

But they are not light wheels (very strong though) Shame really as they look good, but I wouldn't be able to live with the effects on the handling.
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Originally Posted by EddScott
I really want a set of 18" Compomotive MOs and have read on SNet that 18x8 is too big for a classic Impreza and will have a negative effect on handling.

However all the adverts I've seen either new or 2nd hand all show the 18s as being 8 inches wide.

Does anyone know if you can get 18x7.5 Compomotive MOs?

Thanks
Hi

Im not sure if Compomotive do a 7.5xx18 MO's as we dont deal with them.

We have however fitted 8.0x18 wheels on a classic Impreza before.You have to use either a 215/35/18 or 225/35/18 tyres.
The 215/35/18 tyre looks a little stretched on a 8" rim but reduces a bit of catching
The 225/35/18 tyre is spot on for a 8" rim but can catch.

The 8.0x18" wheels are normally ok on a std height Scooby, its when you lower the car most of the catching occurs !!
Of corse it all depends on what the offsett of the MO's are !!

I hope this helps

Colin@revolution

www.revolution.eu.com
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