the wheel fitment thread: keep it drama free - Page 56

KnitPurl · 10-05-2012, 07:28 PM

Hello all,

I am currently awaiting the arrival of a 2013 Impreza Sport Limited.
Stock Tires: 205/50 R17

Possible winter tires: Blizzak WS70
Size: 205/65 R16
Wheels: Steel, 5x100, 16x6.5
Offset: 48mm

Will I be able to use these wheels/tires on the Impreza? If so, is there anything besides the difference in the speedometer that I should be aware of? Thank you in advance for any assistance anyone may be able to give.

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Counterfit · 10-05-2012, 08:53 PM

That will be a BIG difference at the speedo. Nearly 10%

sc00by4life · 10-05-2012, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Counterfit

That will be a BIG difference at the speedo. Nearly 10%

yep, thats about an inch and a half taller.

you'd want a 205/55/16 or 205/60/16.

205/50/17 - 25.07in dia

205/55/16 - 24.87in dia
205/60/16 - 25.68in dia
205/65/16 - 26.49in dia

Counterfit · 10-05-2012, 09:10 PM

Oops, I missed the 17" stock wheel. It's more like 5%, still too big.

KnitPurl · 10-06-2012, 04:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sc00by4life

yep, thats about an inch and a half taller.

you'd want a 205/55/16 or 205/60/16.

205/50/17 - 25.07in dia

205/55/16 - 24.87in dia
205/60/16 - 25.68in dia
205/65/16 - 26.49in dia

Thank you both for your quick responses and advice. It is very much appreciated.

Myth21 · 10-07-2012, 03:01 PM

2012 WRX 5DR
Swift Spec_R Springs (drops .6 inch)
235/40/18 Sumitomo HTRIII
18x8 +40 Axis Wheels

Will this fitment be ok under all driving conditions?

KartRacer3 · 10-07-2012, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Myth21

2012 WRX 5DR
Swift Spec_R Springs (drops .6 inch)
235/40/18 Sumitomo HTRIII
18x8 +40 Axis Wheels

Will this fitment be ok under all driving conditions?

You should be fine, however if you plan on driving through any moderate snow then you should considering get at least some all-season tires.

Myth21 · 10-07-2012, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KartRacer3

You should be fine, however if you plan on driving through any moderate snow then you should considering get at least some all-season tires.

I'm sorry, by all condition I meant: speed bumps and other harsh roads that may cause rubbing.

Digital Dillon · 10-07-2012, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Myth21

2012 WRX 5DR
Swift Spec_R Springs (drops .6 inch)
235/40/18 Sumitomo HTRIII
18x8 +40 Axis Wheels

Will this fitment be ok under all driving conditions?

Nahhh you'll be perfectly fine. I ran the same size on my narrow body 2.5i on factory suspension and only rubbed when I had 4 passengers in the car while turning

DeleriousZ · 10-10-2012, 06:04 PM

Finally got better pictures.

18x9.5 et25 225/40

Digital Dillon · 10-10-2012, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeleriousZ

Finally got better pictures.

18x9.5 et25 225/40

JDM front end

Car looks

trishHUYNH · 10-10-2012, 11:45 PM

There's a great deal on a set of 18x9 +35 G-Forces! Tires are 245/40/18.

I have a 2011 2.5i hatch with Swift springs and stock struts. I know I will have to roll the fenders, but I wanted to know if and what kind of camber kits I would need?

Or would it look stupid because I am only lowered an inch?

KartRacer3 · 10-11-2012, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trishHUYNH

There's a great deal on a set of 18x9 +35 G-Forces! Tires are 245/40/18.

I have a 2011 2.5i hatch with Swift springs and stock struts. I know I will have to roll the fenders, but I wanted to know if and what kind of camber kits I would need?

Or would it look stupid because I am only lowered an inch?

Hmm, I think you may be fine with just the roll but to be safe you should get some camber bolts, camber plates for the front, and the camber bushings in the rear if you really need it. I feel like with stock struts you will be more likely to rub though... Also I think it will look good with the 1" drop.

sc00by4life · 10-11-2012, 01:29 PM

there is no camber bolts for a 2011. you need adjustable LCA's. Maybe whiteline camber kit but idk if that'll give enough adjustment for that much tire.

roll all around too.

thats a fairly aggressive fitment with that tire, especially for the narrowbodies.

KartRacer3 · 10-11-2012, 01:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sc00by4life

there is no camber bolts for a 2011. you need adjustable LCA's. Maybe whiteline camber kit but idk if that'll give enough adjustment for that much tire.

roll all around too.

thats a fairly aggressive fitment with that tire, especially for the narrowbodies.

+1 for LCA's. As for the camber bolts what are these then, just for the rear?:http://www.rallysportdirect.com/Eiba...K-Camber-Bolts
The front struts have a camber bolt from the factory

sc00by4life · 10-11-2012, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KartRacer3

+1 for LCA's. As for the camber bolts what are these then, just for the rear?:http://www.rallysportdirect.com/Eiba...K-Camber-Bolts
The front struts have a camber bolt from the factory

Sorry, i meant REAR camber bolts.

This is the only other possible solution (aside from LCA's) to gaining rear camber adjustment on the 2008+:

http://www.rallysportdirect.com/Whit...8-2011-WRX-STI

I believe those only offer about .75* of camber adjustment though.

trishHUYNH · 10-11-2012, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sc00by4life

Sorry, i meant REAR camber bolts.

This is the only other possible solution (aside from LCA's) to gaining rear camber adjustment on the 2008+:

http://www.rallysportdirect.com/Whit...8-2011-WRX-STI

I believe those only offer about .75* of camber adjustment though.

How far can you adjust the strock camber settings without the bolts and plates?

I'm waiting to see how well they fit on my car without any aftermarket camber bolts for now. Hopefully down the line I can buy what I need.

sc00by4life · 10-11-2012, 04:57 PM

you cannot get camber plates for the rear of your car, and there is no stock rear adjustment. you HAVE to get LCA's or the whiteline camber kit....but I doubt the whiteline kit will give you enough adjustment.

you WILL need them in the rear. Thats a pretty aggressive fit for the narrowbody.

~domino~ · 10-13-2012, 02:17 AM

So many fitments listed, but useless without pics

sc00by4life · 10-13-2012, 03:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~domino~

So many fitments listed, but useless without pics

This isn't a picture thread.

gravitylover · 10-14-2012, 10:29 AM

Are the Crosstrek wheel specs the same as the base Impreza? I'm waiting on my car now and want to have my winter setup ready to go when it arrives and would like to go with some cheapo steelies.

sc00by4life · 10-14-2012, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gravitylover

Are the Crosstrek wheel specs the same as the base Impreza? I'm waiting on my car now and want to have my winter setup ready to go when it arrives and would like to go with some cheapo steelies.

its a brand new car......

dont know yet......

subiswag1 · 10-14-2012, 05:08 PM

Can you guys help me out? I get confused when talking about wheels and tires for what will fit on my car.
I am planning on getting the sparco assetto gara for my 03 wrx
Size: 17x7.5
offset:48
backspacing:6.14
bolt pattern:5x100
I know the bolt pattern will fit my car but will the wheel? will there be any fender rub or any other issues i should be worried about?

Was going to get Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 to go with them. rec. tire size is 225/45-17 and thats what i was going to go with.

IF i wanted a wheel with some stretch, not a lot but a little stretch what size of tire would that be for this wheel?
If someone could help me out it would be awesome!
thank you in advance.

Counterfit · 10-14-2012, 05:33 PM

Don't stretch, just don't.

subiswag1 · 10-14-2012, 05:34 PM

okay lol
I wasn't really planning on it I was just curious

10-05-2012, 07:28 PM	#1376
KnitPurl Scooby Newbie Member#: 329348 Join Date: Aug 2012 Vehicle: 2013 Sport Limited ISM	Hello all, I am currently awaiting the arrival of a 2013 Impreza Sport Limited. Stock Tires: 205/50 R17 Possible winter tires: Blizzak WS70 Size: 205/65 R16 Wheels: Steel, 5x100, 16x6.5 Offset: 48mm Will I be able to use these wheels/tires on the Impreza? If so, is there anything besides the difference in the speedometer that I should be aware of? Thank you in advance for any assistance anyone may be able to give. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads. Last edited by KnitPurl; 10-05-2012 at 08:41 PM.

10-10-2012, 11:45 PM	#1387
trishHUYNH Scooby Newbie Member#: 248840 Join Date: Jun 2010 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Seattle. Vehicle: 2011 Impreza Satin White Pearl	There's a great deal on a set of 18x9 +35 G-Forces! Tires are 245/40/18. I have a 2011 2.5i hatch with Swift springs and stock struts. I know I will have to roll the fenders, but I wanted to know if and what kind of camber kits I would need? Or would it look stupid because I am only lowered an inch? Last edited by trishHUYNH; 10-10-2012 at 11:46 PM. Reason: Tire size.

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sc00by4life Scooby Guru Member#: 97135 Join Date: Sep 2005 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Bothell	there is no camber bolts for a 2011. you need adjustable LCA's. Maybe whiteline camber kit but idk if that'll give enough adjustment for that much tire. roll all around too. thats a fairly aggressive fitment with that tire, especially for the narrowbodies.

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sc00by4life Scooby Guru Member#: 97135 Join Date: Sep 2005 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Bothell	you cannot get camber plates for the rear of your car, and there is no stock rear adjustment. you HAVE to get LCA's or the whiteline camber kit....but I doubt the whiteline kit will give you enough adjustment. you WILL need them in the rear. Thats a pretty aggressive fit for the narrowbody.

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10-14-2012, 10:29 AM	#1396
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10-14-2012, 05:08 PM	#1398
subiswag1 Scooby Newbie Member#: 329262 Join Date: Aug 2012 Chapter/Region: International Location: Ketchikan, Alaska Vehicle: 2003 WRX WRB	Can you guys help me out? I get confused when talking about wheels and tires for what will fit on my car. I am planning on getting the sparco assetto gara for my 03 wrx Size: 17x7.5 offset:48 backspacing:6.14 bolt pattern:5x100 I know the bolt pattern will fit my car but will the wheel? will there be any fender rub or any other issues i should be worried about? Was going to get Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 to go with them. rec. tire size is 225/45-17 and thats what i was going to go with. IF i wanted a wheel with some stretch, not a lot but a little stretch what size of tire would that be for this wheel? If someone could help me out it would be awesome! thank you in advance.

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