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Tech, Repairs, Upgrades => Brakes/Suspension/Tires/Wheels => Topic started by: Gostlrs on April 07, 2009, 02:47:00 PM

Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on April 07, 2009, 02:47:00 PM
What is everyone using?

45mm is stock, anyone using a different offset?
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Joe M on April 11, 2009, 06:57:00 AM
I have a set of 4 15"X6” 4X114.3mm  1983-1987 MAZDA 626 OEM "phone-dial" alloy wheels (Hollander #64639, Mazda P/N H076-89-376) with 205/50/15 Falken Azenis.  I'm not sure of the offset.  The clearance to the rear strut is very close, but it's never rubbed once, even when autocrossing.  The wheels look like they were made for the car.  The center caps from my 14X5.5 OEM '91 Capri wheels even fit (I liked the "blank" center caps better than the "Mazda" ones).  These wheels are pretty hard to find - I looked for a year to find a set.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on April 11, 2009, 11:15:00 AM
i got a set of 17s in the garage, i hope to get the 205/40/17 on them this week. i just hate to buy the tires then the rims will not fit because of the offset
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: rcicustoms on September 25, 2009, 05:24:00 PM
dang, i cant believe i didnt see this thread...

there 16x7 5zigen Japan, Fighters, in silver... the rear struts are really close.... and im running 205/40/16 bfg g-force sports...
ive painted my center caps gun metal...

i love them ...there 15lbs a piece... and the tires kick ass, even in the rain ...the only drawback is they wear out fairly quickly...
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: bryanknight on September 27, 2009, 05:20:00 PM
yeah i had a lot of problems in this area no one seem to be about to say this WILL fit  and what offset works the factor is 44 and you can find 40 easy  but the wheel places says i need a 35 or 38 and once you buy your stuck and that sucks i want a 15x6 205 50 15 dam it lol
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: GregZ on October 01, 2009, 10:11:00 AM
Will 17"x7" rims fit dpending on the offset?
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on October 01, 2009, 05:22:00 PM
yes

205/40/17s are only size that will fit
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: rcicustoms on October 02, 2009, 01:05:00 AM
anything 14"-17" will fit... but putting a 17 on a capri, is like putting 20s on a cutlass... your limited to 1 tire size.. 205/40/17...
a 16" wheel gives the freedom of about 3 or 4 different tire sizes... and a 15" lets you choose basically how far off you want your speedo...
i run a 16" wheel...there lighter weight, tires are cheaper.. you have more tire size options..
and you dont raise the car up at all...
.....Joe...RCICustoms...
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: bryanknight on October 03, 2009, 06:34:00 AM
thats cool but the thing i need to know is what offsets fit thats the problem no one knows the offsets that will fit with out rubbing
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: fchalvet on October 07, 2009, 10:15:00 PM
I'm not sure if it can help you but this is what works for me:
I have 15 x 6 1/2 OZ wheels that are just perfect, with 195/50/15 and the offset is 40.
I tried 15 x 7 with a 35 offset, still in 195/50/15, they are too large, but if I use the low springs, they are just fine and look good.
But 205 wouldn't work on these, the strut is too close and also they would be out of the fender.
I think 35 is a limit, but offset is just one of the parameters.
I wouldn't try 17x7 on mine, I don't know how I could do, so maybe the turbo are different
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Captain on July 19, 2011, 11:27:00 AM
Ok, i know this is an old thread.  I just don't want to open multiple thread with same question.

I'm want the low profile look.

I know the 17" is limited and choice with the 16's.  What's the recommendation for plug and ride, no need to recalibrate anything.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on July 22, 2011, 06:35:00 PM
185/55-15
205/50-15


195/45-16
205/40-16
205/45-16
215/40-16


195/40-17
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: blue93 on July 23, 2011, 03:13:00 AM
I run 205/55 R15s - have for 20,000 miles with no rubbing issues - and I've had the car on long distance trips in excess of 1500 miles, twisty roads, luggage and 2 passengers.  I had to recalibrate the speedometer for $80 but I think it looks good (see pic) and I never met a speed bump I had to worry about.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on July 23, 2011, 05:15:00 AM
All the sizes i posted will NOT need any speedo work
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Captain on July 26, 2011, 12:06:00 PM
I dont really know what the number means other than the Radius. Would this work without any speedo work?
195/50/15
 
Quote
185/55-15
205/50-15


195/45-16
205/40-16
205/45-16
215/40-16


195/40-17

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95 Eagle Talon TSI AWD (Complete Rebuild INW) 98 Eclipse GSX AWD as the Daily
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on July 26, 2011, 07:33:00 PM
If you have anything other then what i posted the speedo will be off...


You wont even be able to notice the difference with the size you are messing with
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: blue93 on July 27, 2011, 01:14:00 PM
If you like to see sidewall, that would be a good choice.  If that's what you want to do, getting your speedometer recalibrated is no big deal.  It cost me $80 and the guy caught an issue with my odometer as well.

Another thing to think about is how far you are putting it out.  Discount Tire's website (I think) still has a calculator that tells you how far out you are going to be based on the original tire size and the one you are going to.

For about the first year I changed to my 15s, I just carried the chart around for when I got into higher speeds where it deviated more than 5 mph from where it was supposed to be.

The important thing is to get what you want.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on July 27, 2011, 05:02:00 PM
my car was dead on with the 17s

every speed trap I would go through matched up, I even road behind my son one day at different speeds to see how it matched up...
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: BlewitUp on August 01, 2011, 03:25:00 AM
I may have missed it, but will the 17's fit witht he lowering springs?

Thanks
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: BlewitUp on August 02, 2011, 01:52:00 AM
I'm an idiot...  The springs sit on top of the shock so lowering would have little to no effect on the clearence.  Maybe turning in the front, but that is it.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Rocketman on August 02, 2011, 05:10:00 AM
With any brand of lowering spring, you won't have an issue. They only drop 1.5-2".

If you choose the Ground Control coilover kit, then you might run into fender clearance up front, depending on your wheel choice. (the GC kit you can really slam the car)
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Captain on August 02, 2011, 11:58:00 AM
Ok,
Could this 195/60r14 throw off the speed?
Stock 185/60r14.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Captain on August 02, 2011, 12:05:00 PM
Nevermind, it's from Honda, it won't fit. 4x100.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: mcanchola2 on August 24, 2011, 01:50:00 PM
ok this might sound annoying but what about the offset every ones answered the size but what about the offset like for a set of 16s
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: drbob on August 24, 2011, 01:54:00 PM
we need to have a section on this website that answers all of these common questions.  every few months a new person comes on here and asks the same questions. (no offense to the newbies).  

Anthony, I am sure all of the same questions are taking up more bandwidth than posting a section of F.A.Q.'s.  Can we make this happen?
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: CapriTypeR on August 24, 2011, 03:42:00 PM
Use the search button...that's why it's there.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: CapriTypeR on August 24, 2011, 03:44:00 PM
Festiva/Capri/GTX Wheel/Brake/Spindle swap options
Caution on brake/caliper clearance:
Upgrading is not an issue, but need to physically verify any
Same-diameter or smaller fitments;
This list based only on bolt-pattern:

4.5 inch 4-Bolt Wheel matches

1997    Acura- CL 16 x 6 (5 straight spokes)
1998    Acura- CL 16 x 6 (5 dual straight spokes)
1998    Acura- CL 16 x 6 (7 straight spokes)
1990-89 Acura- Legend 15 x 5.5
1996-95 Acura- TL 15 x 6 (5 straight spokes with groove)
1997-98 Acura- TL 15 x 6 (11 straight spokes)
1994-92 Acura- Vigor 15 x 6 (11 triangular slots)
1999-98 Chevrolet- Metro
1989-85 Chevrolet- Sprint
1991    Dodge- Colt Vista 13 x 5 (15 slots)
1993-92 Dodge- Colt Vista 14 x 5.5 (5 straight spokes)
1992-84 Eagle- Summit/Summit Wagon
1992-91 Eagle- Summit 13 x 5 (15 slots)
1993-88 Ford- Festiva 12 x 4 40mm offset
1993-91 Ford- Festiva 12 x 4.5 40mm offset (8 elongated triangle slots)
1997-89 Geo- Metro
1999-92 Honda- Prelude
1999-90 Honda- Accord
1999-91 Hyundai- Elantra
1995-92 Hyundai- Elantra 14 x 6 (16 slots)
1995-92 Hyundai- Elantra 14 x 5.5 (7 curved spokes)
1998-96 Hyundai- Elantra 14 x 5.5 (5 straight spokes)
1999-90 Hyundai- Accent/Excel/Pony
1994-92 Hyundai- Excel 13 x 5
1991    Hyundai- Sonata 15 x 6 (18 rectangular slots)
1994-92 Hyundai- Sonata 15 x 6 (9 triangular slots)
1996-95 Hyundai- Sonata 15 x 6 (9 straight spokes)
1997-95 Hyundai- Sonata 15 x 6 (5 twisted spokes)
1998-97 Hyundai- Sonata 15 x 6 (5 straight single groove spokes)
1995-90 Hyundai- Scoupe
1992-91 Hyundai- Scoupe 14 x 5 (6 curved spokes)
1995-93 Hyundai- Scoupe 14 x 5 (5 curved spokes)
1998-97 Hyundai- Tiburon 15 x 6 (5 twisted spokes)
1998-97 Hyundai- Tiburon 15 x 6 (5 raised straight spokes)
1989-81 Mazda- 323/GLC
1985-84 Mazda- RX7 GSL-SE 14 x 5.5 40mm offset
1991-86 Mazda- RX7 14 x 5.5 40mm offset
1987-85 Mazda- 626/MX-6
1994-91 Mercury- Capri 14 x 5.5 45mm offset (16 holes)
1994-91 Mercury- Capri 15 x 6 45mm offset (3 curved spokes)
1994-91 Mercury- Topaz 14 x 5.5 (16 holes)
1998-92 Mitsubishi- Expo/Expo LRV/Vista Wagon
1994-92 Mitsubishi- Expo 14 x 5.5 (5 straight spokes)
1999-84 Mitsubishi- Galant
1991    Mitsubishi- Galant 14 x 5.5 (18 slots)
1991    Mitsubishi- Galant 15 x 6 (8 straight spokes)
1991    Mitsubishi- Galant 15 x 6 (5 straight spokes)
1993-91 Mitsubishi- Galant 14 x 5.5 (15 slanted spokes)
1992    Mitsubishi- Galant 15 x 6 (5 straight spokes)
1993    Mitsubishi- Galant 15 x 6 (8 triangular and 8 rectangular slots)
1993-84 Mitsubishi- Mirage
1993-91 Mitsubishi- 2000GTX 14 x 5.5 (18 slots)
1991-80 Mitsubishi- Tredia
1999-93 Nissan- Altima
1995-82 Nissan- Stanza
1991-84 Nissan- Maxima
1990-78 Nissan- B310/Pulsar
1986-82 Nissan- Sentra
1993-84 Plymouth- Colt
1985-79 Plymouth- Arrow/Champ
1999-89 Suzuki- Swift
1991-80 Toyota- Cressida
1985-80 Toyota- Celica
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: azgtx on August 25, 2011, 01:56:00 AM
Use this tire size chart and you will get your answers.
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html (http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html)
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: drbob on September 10, 2011, 02:49:00 PM
I'm running 205/40R16's on my 94 without a problem.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Snigalfriz on September 30, 2011, 06:31:00 AM
Found a real nice deal on 17s with tires, but will need spacers, as the tires are 215/45r17.  But the deal is too good to pass up.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on October 01, 2011, 06:11:00 AM
Just get the right size tires. 205/40/17

Sell the tires you have on them and get what you need. Buying the correct adapters is costly, selling the old tires & using the money towards the correct size will end up costing you the same or less.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Snigalfriz on October 01, 2011, 06:16:00 PM
good point
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Snigalfriz on October 04, 2011, 05:43:00 PM
First set fell thru, but I found a second set that come wrapped in 205/40R17's.

Sweet
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Snigalfriz on October 06, 2011, 04:16:00 AM
got "new" rims on the car. They look sweet.
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Rocketman on October 06, 2011, 05:12:00 AM
Pics!
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Snigalfriz on October 06, 2011, 05:29:00 AM
Here is a pic of my "new" rims.

 (http://www.shoeish.com/uploader/images/imag0165.jpg)
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Snigalfriz on October 06, 2011, 05:31:00 AM
(http://www.shoeish.com/uploader/images/imag0166.jpg)
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gostlrs on October 09, 2011, 04:35:00 PM
Nice, needs dropped just a bit
Title: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Snigalfriz on October 10, 2011, 03:00:00 AM
I agree, but one thing at a time.
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: grantduffield on March 25, 2014, 08:47:12 AM
195 60 14's?  Will they fit?  Spacers?
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Rocketman on March 25, 2014, 09:55:07 AM
On what size wheel though? Size + offset are usually the critical factor.

If you're putting them on stock wheels you're going to need to come down a bit in sidewall profile I think. They'll look like balloons on stock wheels

I think 195/50/14 or even 195/55/14 will work but I'm not positive on that one. There's a good tire calculator out there to help figure it out
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: 94daves on March 25, 2014, 04:50:59 PM
I went on Tirerack.com to check out tires and tire/wheel combos since I am also interested in upgrading this summer.  Here's some info I found out that might be useful:

1. When you put in our car (not the 94 XR2) it lists 185/60-14 as the OEM size.  They do not sell 14" rims.
2. The common tire/wheel combo size tire is 195/50-15 (OEM size for the 94 XR2). 
3. For a 16" wheel, the tire size they list is 205/45-16.

I looked at a few tire/wheel combos using a 15" wheel.  The offsets varied - 35, 40 and 45.  The combos came with a centering ring.  Is this ring needed if the offset is different from the OEM offset (which is what?)? 


Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Rocketman on March 25, 2014, 11:56:39 PM
The offset determines how far the center of the wheel is moved from the hub face (how far the wheel tucks inside the fender, too close it will rub the strut)

The centering rings are if you wish to retain hubcentric wheels. The center of the stock wheel fits over a round boss on the hub, this centers the wheel & holds the load (as opposed to relying solely on the lugs for this)

Aftermarket wheels are generally made with much larger through-holes so they fit a wide variety of vehicles, and thusly you'll need an adapter ring to retain hubcentricity
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: 94daves on April 01, 2014, 10:47:33 PM
Thanks.  What's the stock offset? 
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: 94daves on April 05, 2014, 12:17:15 PM
Does anyone know what the stock offset is?  I don't know if 35, 40 or 45 is the same or different than stock.  I assume one of these is stock.
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Rocketman on April 05, 2014, 12:45:10 PM
I ran a search, according to this site: http://home.mindspring.com/~mcdonald.joseph/XR2/Wheels.htm
the stock wheel offset is 45mm
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: 94daves on April 05, 2014, 07:23:41 PM
Great info.  Thank you.  Here's the website: http://home.mindspring.com/~mcdonald.joseph/XR2/Wheels.htm
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: 94daves on April 05, 2014, 07:40:16 PM
Check out this great picture from his website: http://home.mindspring.com/~mcdonald.joseph/XR2/Wheel%20Offset.jpg
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gaz on September 29, 2015, 09:52:05 AM
Yeah, I know the thread is old.

Using 1982 280zx 14" +7 offset wheels. I dig them very much.
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: greywolf27030 on September 29, 2015, 11:33:10 AM
Great info.

Jack
Title: Re: What Size and Offsets
Post by: Gaz on April 09, 2016, 01:14:05 PM
I have a set of 4 15"X6” 4X114.3mm  1983-1987 MAZDA 626 OEM "phone-dial" alloy wheels (Hollander #64639, Mazda P/N H076-89-376) with 205/50/15 Falken Azenis.  I'm not sure of the offset.  The clearance to the rear strut is very close, but it's never rubbed once, even when autocrossing.  The wheels look like they were made for the car.  The center caps from my 14X5.5 OEM '91 Capri wheels even fit (I liked the "blank" center caps better than the "Mazda" ones).  These wheels are pretty hard to find - I looked for a year to find a set.

Holy hell, I had these wheels, too! Put them on my N/A while my originals were getting painted.