Wheels that fit the SVX

[ensteele]

There have been some members here that are wondering about what wheels fit the SVX. I know that if we have the offset, we can figure out if they will fit, but what about looks. If you have some wheels that are good looking and fit the SVX, please post a picture and give the size so others can see what some of you have used.

Post the following:

Price
Size
Offset
Brand of wheel
Name of wheel
Who sells the wheel

Thanks and I hope this will help some of you. :) :)

[SilverSpear]

I dunno about others Earl, but I have fitted wheels that are originally made for Mercedes Benz. I did a little work on them, on the level of the bolts (i increased the diameter of the bolts holes) and a ring on their center. But this is me and my stupid ideas... I just wanted the change and to put good rims in my car. (we have some holes in roads here, so i need a good rim to withstand them)

Price= $400
Size= 17X8.5
Name= OZ Racing MAE
Seller= you can find it on Ebay

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/SilverSpear/23113.jpg

P.S: it comes also in 17X8 size

[shotgunslade]

Price: $700 for four, including shipping
Size: 17x8
Offset: 48mm
Brand of wheel: Rota
Name of wheel: Boost
Who sells the wheel: Subydude

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/shotgunslade/26681.jpg

with 245-40/17 BFG G-Force KDW-2 no rubbing -ever. Even on the track.
Also, I blew a Koni front shock hitting a pot-hole and the wheel came through just fine. Have had it up to about 95 since then (no track time yet) with no vibration whatsoever. I think it's still round.

[Chiketkd]

Price: $200-300 for four
Size: 16x8
Offset: +50mm
Brand of wheel: Mazda
Name of wheel: RX-7 ('93-'95 model year)
Who sells the wheel: Ebay, rx7club.com

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/Chiketkd/27626.jpg

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/Chiketkd/23719.jpg

No rubbing with 225/50/16 Dunlop Sp Sports. Other members who run 245/45/16 tires also experience no rubbing issues.

-Chike

[bwb3]

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/bwb3/31562.jpg
http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/bwb3/31563.jpg
Price: $680 for four
Size: 17 x 7.5
Offset: +50mm
Brand of wheel: Speed (Australian)
Name of wheel: Mashi (3 piece)
Who sells the wheel: Motorsport Warehouse

[AFBeefcake]

Price I paid $850 with tires Used for the set
Size 18 x 7
Offset 42 mm
Brand of wheel Focal
Name of wheel F5
Who sells the wheel Ebay

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/AFBeefcake/30317.jpg

[rvnmaniac]

Price: $700 for four, including shipping
Size: 17x8
Offset: 48mm
Brand of wheel: Rota
Name of wheel: Boost
Who sells the wheel: Subydude

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/shotgunslade/26681.jpg

with 245-40/17 BFG G-Force KDW-2 no rubbing -ever. Even on the track.
Also, I blew a Koni front shock hitting a pot-hole and the wheel came through just fine. Have had it up to about 95 since then (no track time yet) with no vibration whatsoever. I think it's still round.
I have Subydude on my EBAY sellers list. He seems to have a good list of nice looking rims. I'm really liking this thread since i have plans on purchasing 17" rims sometime next year. Good idea Earl to start this thread. I think the color of these bronze rims would look even better on my Claret......Keep the pics coming. I'm keeping my eyes open for offsets of 48mm or better.....

[svxcess]

Look in the locker of svxxx26 to see the Lexus SC430
wheels he put on his SVX. I believe they are 18".
He got them from Dayle.

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/svxxx26/11155.jpg

Here is the link on dayle's site:
http://store.yahoo.com/svx-motorsport-accessories/soleonyosv.html

and a photo of the wheels:
http://store1.yimg.com/I/svx-motorsport-accessories_1857_8709296

[sperry]

Price: $132/each (price is going up, I got mine for close to $100/ea)
Size: 17"x8"
Offset: +42
Brand of wheel: MB Motorsports (aka A-Tech)
Name of wheel: Weapon (aka Erasor)
Who sells the wheel: www.discounttiredirect.com

Gunmetal and Bronze colors available, plus many sizes and offsets for other cars.

http://www.seccs.org/gallery/Car%20Pictures/1994%20SVX/SVX%20Rims/A-Techs_front-side_700.jpg

[Rotorflyr]

These are also sold by Dayle at Motorsports Warehouse @ $600 for the set of 4
Nissian Murano Rims 18 X 7
Available elsewhere as well.
Unsure of the off set

http://store1.yimg.com/I/svx-motorsport-accessories_1857_6832949

[mbtoloczko]

Brand: Rota
Model: Subzero
Finish: silver with polished lip
Size: 17x7.5"
Offset: 48 mm
Weight: 17.5 lbs
Cost: ~$550 + shipping
Seller: many places... Modacar, Subydude, Garagestar (ebay seller),...
Tire size used: 225/45-17
Plenty of fender clearance. Very durable wheel. Smacked several curbs and no bending.

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/mbtoloczko/6300.jpg


Brand: Rota
Model: Torque
Finish: bronze
Size: 17x8"
Offset: 48 mm
Weight: 19 lbs
Cost: ~$600 + shipping
Seller: many places... Modacar, Subydude, Garagestar (ebay seller),...
Tire size used: 225/45-17
Plenty of fender clearance.

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/mbtoloczko/31051.jpg

[SilverSpear]

WOOOOOOOW, awesome!!! the Murano and the Lexus have similar bolt patterns as our SVX's? but ain't they heavy as wheels?

[makalii]

Brand: OZ Racing
Model: Superleggera
Finish: Race Silver
Size: 17x8" (18", 19" available)
Offset: 48 mm
Weight: 15.4 lbs
Cost: ~$1150 + shipping
Seller: many places online
Tire size used: 235/45-17
Titanium-enhanced alloy construction


http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/makalii/19600.jpg

[Tim]

I can only imagine the photoshoot possibilities in hawaii :cool:

[sperry]

Wow, those OZ SL's look really good on your SVX makalii!

...I really wanted to get some mesh BBS's, but the Superleggeras look great, and are much cheaper than the BBS LM's I want.

http://www.speedwaremotorsports.com/images/wheels/bbsLM.jpg

[SilverSpear]

Those are the OZ's that I really like on the SVX. And the spoiler also :cool:
http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/SilverSpear/31606.JPG

[Rotorflyr]

WOOOOOOOW, awesome!!! the Murano and the Lexus have similar bolt patterns as our SVX's? but ain't they heavy as wheels?

Dan,
Not sure what the weight of those rims are, Im sure Dayle could answer that
though. I do know they are 35mm off-set 5X4.5 lug pattern (at least according to e-bay ;) )


These are the rims I have on mine now, they are American Racing, not sure what the model is, nor do I know the off-set (when I get a around to it, Im going to contact AMR for the info), but they are 16" and Im running 92' stock size tires. I got them from a member here for $250 with tires, but had to replace the tires as they were a mismatched set (came off a fwd SVX)
http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/Rotorflyr/31529.jpg

[SVX10]

Konig Flight
18x8
$465 for 4 on ebay
Offset +45mm
http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/SVX10/3165.jpg

Sorry that I'm in the pic...it's the only reasonably sized direct side shot I have

[rmjjensen]

AZA Z2s
18"
225 40/18 (I think)

http://www.expertwebcreations.com/personal/svx/goodpics/side.jpg

[Motorsport-SVX]

WOOOOOOOW, awesome!!! the Murano and the Lexus have similar bolt patterns as our SVX's? but ain't they heavy as wheels?


they are the exact same bolt pattern as the svx
with usable almost the same offsets and larger
hubcenters.
Just need new lugs.
Neither wheel is all that heavy, as you may expect
from Lexus. And as for the Muranos, neither are they.
I have a set of each in stock used as well as some 17"
Mustang take off wheels that will fit.
And theres a few more styles on special on my site
I suggest checking out the styles and pics in the site.

[Rotorflyr]

Dayle,
Mainly curious, but are these being sold with the Nissian center caps or do you provide "blanks"? (or do are there subie ones that fit??)
Also what size/type of lugs are necessary to use these rims on the SVX??

[Motorsport-SVX]

Dayle,
Mainly curious, but are these being sold with the Nissian center caps or do you provide "blanks"? (or do are there subie ones that fit??)
Also what size/type of lugs are necessary to use these rims on the SVX??

I just stick with the caps that come in the wheels
doesnt bother me. Ive never had anyone even remotely
point out their name or whatever
We sell the correct lugs with the wheels. :)

[kuoh]

Does it come in 34x24x34? ;)

KuoH



http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/SilverSpear/23113.jpg

P.S: it comes also in 17X8 size

[odepaj]

Does anyone know the offset for this wheel:
http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/oz/swap/oz_hydra_ci3_l.jpg

OZ Hydra
its a 17x8" wheel, with a 5-114 bolt pattern. Tirerack says it fits the 3rd gen RX-7 so it should fit our cars, they dont list the offset though. $229 each isnt bad.

I also found a bullitt Mustang replica wheel 17x9" its our bolt pattern and with a +45mm offset, I wonder if that would fit?


dustin

[SilverSpear]

17 X 9" ??? hmmm, too much

[Motorsport-SVX]

I agree, whats this problem with everyone thinking bigger is better ???
Youd never find a tire wide enough to fit the wheel and keep the correct height.
Even 8" wide is overkill inho

[Motorsport-SVX]

heres 17x8 Bullitts, with 225-45-17 tires
fits great, the tires are square with the wheels
Personally Id rather have the tire bulge out away
from the wheel myself for better protection
For that you could run a 235-40-17, but they are
harder to find and cost more $

[shotgunslade]

I took my summer tires off today, and put back on the winter ones. Summer are BFG G-ForceT/A KDW-2 245/40-17 on the Rota Boost 17x8 wheels. Winter are 225/50-16 Pirelli P-Zero-Neros on stock wheels. Decided to weigh them while I was it it, but only had a bathroom scale, so accuracy is probably within half a pound or so. Stock wheel and tire weighed in at 43 lbs. The 17's wheel and tire weighed in a little more than 43 lbs, but maybe not as much as a whole half pound. Given the weight of my Muteki open end alloy lugs vs. the stock lugs, it's probably a wash.

Really noticed the difference in ride comfort. This is the first time I have driven with the Pirelli's since my coil-over mod. The Pirelli's are much more compliant over small bumps. I thought the rough ride was due to my coil-over's, but a significant amount came from the 40 series tires vs. the stock 50's. Big bumps are pretty much the same, but the small ones kind of go away with the Pirelli's.

[makalii]

The OZ Hydra offset is 40mm. It also comes in an 18 x 8. www.1010tires.com is thorough for wheel sizes, weights and offsets. :cool:

[SVXer95]

Make: TSW
Model: turn5
Size: 17x7
Offset: +48mm
Tires: 225/45-17 Falken Azenis ST-115
Price (without tires): IIRC $330 including shipping, lugs, and centering rings
Purchased from: Dayle, through Ebay

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/SVXer95/25912.jpg

[wawazat??]

Make: SSR (Speed Star Racing, JDM y0! :p )
Model: GT-1
Size: 17"x7.5"
Offset: 48mm
Cost: $229/wheel-TireRack
Custom hubcentric adapters: $40 (pics in locker)
Tires: 225/45-17 Kumho 712

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/wawazat%3F%3F/951.jpg

[SilverSpear]

Beautiful, congrats on the purchase ;)

[It's Just Eric]

Just curious...what are the stock wheels specs, as far as bolt pattern, hub bore, offset, height and width? Im kindof intrested in ventually getting something like theese....I figure they fit an sti...would they fit the svx?
http://subydude.com/osc/product_info.php/cPath/21_158/products_id/382?osCsid=4026f719dc8a1e2863dc8b77bb808b65

[gest24]

05-06 STi... same as SVX. They will fit.

[It's Just Eric]

Cool. fast response man, thanks, ill look into it right about.....now

630$ plus 80 shipping for all 4 from subydude...That doesnt seem like that bad of a deal
Unless he means 630 each. lol

Hey, I figured that there were a few threads on wheels already so I midaswell ressurect this one while im at it

[Motorsport-SVX]

check out this site too

http://www.sportmaxwheel.com/

we sell alot of their rims and Ive used many
on my own Svxs..
if you see any you like drop me an email

www.planetsvx.com

[SomethingElse]

WOOOOOOOW, awesome!!! the Murano and the Lexus have similar bolt patterns as our SVX's? but ain't they heavy as wheels?

Yea theyre really heavy but they look dizzam good!

[WGJ]

Longassname found wheels by ROH that fit in 17x8 and 18x8. Roh 'Drifts':

http://www.jdwheels.com/roh.htm


WGJ

[Myxalplyx]

Post the following:
Price
Size
Offset
Brand of wheel
Name of wheel
Who sells the wheel

Thanks and I hope this will help some of you. :) :)

May as well put this up in this 'official' thread.

Here are the wheel and tire specs.
Wheels-->19" Cornell Motorsports CM271
Price: $350 (All 4) 'Buy it now' Ebay.
Size: 19X7.5
Offset: 47
C.B.: 72.6/1
PCD*H: 114.3 X 5H
Color: MIS

Tires:
TireRack-->Kumho Ecsta SPT KU31
Size: 235/35R19


Here are a few pics---->
http://home.comcast.net/~thomasck/SVX19-1.JPGhttp://home.comcast.net/~thomasck/SVX19-2.JPG
http://home.comcast.net/~thomasck/SVX19-3.JPGhttp://home.comcast.net/~thomasck/SVX19-4.JPG

[ensteele]

May as well put this up in this 'official' thread.

Here are the wheel and tire specs.
Wheels-->19" Cornell Motorsports CM271
Price: $350 (All 4) 'Buy it now' Ebay.
Size: 19X7.5
Offset: 47
C.B.: 72.6/1
PCD*H: 114.3 X 5H
Color: MIS

Tires:
TireRack-->Kumho Ecsta SPT KU31
Size: 235/35R19



One of the few who gave the proper information. :D :D Thanks ;) :)

[SomethingElse]

One of the few who gave the proper information. :D :D Thanks ;) :)

Opps:o

Price $425 Ebay buy it now W/shipping
Size 18" x 7.5
Offset 35mm+
Brand of wheel OE Nissan
Name of wheel Murano Chrome
Who sells the wheel Nissan or Ebay
Tires are 225/35/18 Kumho ASX

I dont know how to bring pictures into threads yet:(

P.S. These rims are heavy and some "massaging" had to be done to the rear fenders but I still wouldnt pack 4 people in the car. And I had to pull the little rubber thingess off that line the fender:mad:

[ensteele]

Good looking Ebony! ;) :)

[Motorsport-SVX]

my murano wheels never rub with 2 people
in the car
and my cars lowered too, no fender mods
even with 2 people and a baby in the back, nada

I do have Konis though.

[SomethingElse]

Good looking Ebony! ;) :)

Thanks!! you probably wont belive I picked it up for $700. It needed A radiator,left rear wheel bearing, A/C work and a MAF sensor. The car sat for 2 years because the lady couldnt afford to pay for repairs. I deliverd pizza to her house one day and poof had it towed 2 days later. I stole the rims too. but then got shafted on 2 cars from ebay:mad:

[solarsvx]

im looking at these wheels,

www.axiswheels.com im looking at the mod 7s 19"+8.0" with the rear in the maxis 3" lip

i really like to do maybe 19"+8.5" in the rear and 19"+7.5" to get that stagered off set fit,

some one told me it should work if i get a 35 mm off set for the rear on the 19"8.5"

[Crazypolo95]

hey did you have any thing going wrong with the offset being 42 cuz i have some rims that are 42 but i have not put them on. I'm looking for some good tires for about $600.

http://photobucket.com/albums/b329/CrazyJEsus269/?action=view&current=DSC_0995.jpg

Offset 42
brand arospeed
name rs-gt
color Gun-M
Weight ??
cost $500
tires- need some anyone know what tires i should go with for $600

[WGJ]

im looking at these wheels,

www.axiswheels.com im looking at the mod 7s 19"+8.0" with the rear in the maxis 3" lip

i really like to do maybe 19"+8.5" in the rear and 19"+7.5" to get that stagered off set fit,

some one told me it should work if i get a 35 mm off set for the rear on the 19"8.5"

If you're talkin' different wheel and tire sizes front and rear I'm fairly sure you'll be 'staggered' all right...unless your car's a FWD ONLYor RWD ONLY you'll be 'staggered' by serious drivetrain problems. If I'm understanding you correctly, you're going for the traditional RWD performance look of bigger wheels and tires in the rear. Unfortunately, the Nissan 350Z and the Infiniti G35 used to model the wheels you're interested in are both RWD ONLY. I'm pretty sure that anything other than the same wheels/tire setup all the way around on an AWD car will cause major (read expensive) problems. At the v. least you'll need the diameter of ALL FOUR wheels and tires to be exactly the same.
WGJ

[solarsvx]

same wheel sizes 19" but diffrent widths, with a 35mm off set the wheel gets pushed in more to make up the .50"-1.00" of width diffrence so 19 by 7.5 in from to a 19 by 8.5 in the rear with a 35 mm off set and a 40 mm offset for the front should work in theory

of course i could have all of it backwords !! LOL

i will mostly likely end up with 19+8.0 wheels with a 45-48 mm offset all the way around, i had 18+8.0 im my prevouse svx and my wrx has 18"8.0 wheels on it and much room to spare, the svx its pushing it,







If you're talkin' different wheel and tire sizes front and rear I'm fairly sure you'll be 'staggered' all right...unless your car's a FWD ONLYor RWD ONLY you'll be 'staggered' by serious drivtrain problems. If I'm understanding you correctly, you're going for the traditional RWD performance look of bigger wheels and tires in the rear. Unfortunately, the Nissan 350Z and the Infiniti G35 used to model the wheels you're interested in are both RWD ONLY. I'm pretty sure that anything other than the same wheels/tire setup all the way around on an AWD car will cause major (read expensive) problems. At the v. least you'll need the diameter of ALL FOUR wheels and tires to be exactly the same.
WGJ

[WGJ]

UNSPRUNG WEIGHT. The bigger the wheel's diameter the heavier it's likely to be. That'll effect acceleration and ride.

Still awaiting a definitive response from one of the resident wizards, (Harv, where are you?) re: Staggered wheels on an AWD SVX.

I've never seen it done on an SVX or any other high performance AWD. Audi road raced their AWDs and I remember them having the same wheel/tire combo all around.
WGJ

[solarsvx]

skyline and a few other AWD cars use staggered offset wheels on there AWD and of course the bigger the diameter the more it affects performance,

i always run my factory 16s with some meaty rubber at the track


UNSPRUNG WEIGHT. The bigger the wheel's diameter the heavier it's likely to be. That'll effect acceleration and ride.

Still awaiting a definitive response from one of the resident wizards, (Harv, where are you?) re: Staggered wheels on an AWD SVX.

I've never seen it done on an SVX or any other high performance AWD. Audi road raced their AWDs and I remember them having the same wheel/tire combo all around.
WGJ

[Dr.Outback]

I've really been researching wheels on here, but still don't know if this size will work.

Do you think that a 17x8 with a 40mm offset will work?

I found an offset calculator that shows that if the stock wheel is 7.5" wide with a 55mm offset, an 8" wide wheel with a 40mm offset would be pushed out by 21mm or .8".

So what do you guys think?

[msvx95]

my murano wheels never rub with 2 people
in the car
and my cars lowered too, no fender mods
even with 2 people and a baby in the back, nada

I do have Konis though.


Now THAT'S a beautiful car!! :D

[Earthworm]

I found an offset calculator that shows that if the stock wheel is 7.5" wide with a 55mm offset, an 8" wide wheel with a 40mm offset would be pushed out by 21mm or .8".

So what do you guys think?Those calculations are correct. Have you checked to see if you actually have that much clearance?

[Dr.Outback]

It looks like I have that much room. 8/10ths of an inch isn't much. But it's one of those things that you won't know till you get them on the car under load. I was just wondering if anyone has this setup already.

[The Hunter]

I have 18" Axis Se7ens with 255-50-18" Pirelli P-Zero Systems on my SVX and have never had any promlems, but I wouldnt go any bigger then 18". My tires are thin enough now, I couldnt imagine hitting a pot hole rollin on a set of 20s. I noticed a big drop in exceleration but could care less cuse they look so Damn good. They fill the wheel wells perfectly I think. I got comments all the time that my car is lowered, but its not.

[mbtoloczko]

I've really been researching wheels on here, but still don't know if this size will work.

Do you think that a 17x8 with a 40mm offset will work?

I found an offset calculator that shows that if the stock wheel is 7.5" wide with a 55mm offset, an 8" wide wheel with a 40mm offset would be pushed out by 21mm or .8".

So what do you guys think?

At one time I was running 17x7.5"/48 mm rims with 225/45-17 tires, and there was about 8-10 mm of clearance between the tire sidewall and the inside of the fenderlip when I had the rear of the car loaded down with the tire inside the fender. Based on that measurement, going to a 17x8" with a 40 mm offset will likely rub on the inside of the rear fender lip unless you roll the fender or run a very narrow tire.

[The Hunter]

Almost forgot
Brand: Axis
model: Se7en
Size: 18" - 8"
Offset: +38
Price: $800.00 ebay 2 years ago without tires.
Tires: Pirelli P-Zero Systems 255-50-18
:D :D :D :D :D

[Earthworm]

Almost forgot
Brand: Axis
model: Se7en
Size: 18" - 8"
Offset: +38
Price: $800.00 ebay 2 years ago without tires.
Tires: Pirelli P-Zero Systems 255-50-18
:D :D :D :D :D
Those tires don't look 28" tall :confused:

[solarsvx]

I have 18" Axis Se7ens with 255-50-18" Pirelli P-Zero Systems on my SVX and have never had any promlems, but I wouldnt go any bigger then 18". My tires are thin enough now, I couldnt imagine hitting a pot hole rollin on a set of 20s. I noticed a big drop in exceleration but could care less cuse they look so Damn good. They fill the wheel wells perfectly I think. I got comments all the time that my car is lowered, but its not.

im looking at the exact same rims, in 19" 8.0 with the maxxis rear lip

yours looks flat with no dish ? unlike this pic
http://www.axiswheels.com/wheels/mod/mod.html

[Bxsvx]

What about the rx-8 rims, those rims look sick on the cloud. Do they need any centering rings or spacers anything of the sort? Or thye just bolt up?


Ps: oops just found a thread. The wonderful search button does work: http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/showthread.php?t=31465&highlight=rx8+rims

[Dr.Outback]

At one time I was running 17x7.5"/48 mm rims with 225/45-17 tires, and there was about 8-10 mm of clearance between the tire sidewall and the inside of the fenderlip when I had the rear of the car loaded down with the tire inside the fender. Based on that measurement, going to a 17x8" with a 40 mm offset will likely rub on the inside of the rear fender lip unless you roll the fender or run a very narrow tire.

When you say loaded down, do you mean 4 people, and luggage?

[Dr.Outback]

I have 18" Axis Se7ens with 255-50-18" Pirelli P-Zero Systems on my SVX and have never had any promlems, but I wouldnt go any bigger then 18". My tires are thin enough now, I couldnt imagine hitting a pot hole rollin on a set of 20s. I noticed a big drop in exceleration but could care less cuse they look so Damn good. They fill the wheel wells perfectly I think. I got comments all the time that my car is lowered, but its not.

Do your tires clear the fender when loaded down with 4 people?

[mbtoloczko]

When you say loaded down, do you mean 4 people, and luggage?

I had a WRX 5-speed transmission in the back seat and a flywheel, clutch assembly, and other junk in the trunk. Probably was around 300 lbs worth of stuff between the trunk and the back seat. The rear fender lip was around an inch below the top of the tire, so it was perfect for looking at the clearance between the inside of the fenderlip and the side of the tire. Also, I was running about -1.3 deg of negative camber on the rear wheels at that time. If I were running less camber, there would have been even less clearance.

[The Hunter]

SolarSVX what you are looking to buy are Axxis Se7en MODs not the same wheel as me. Mine are the old style a lot less ricey looking without that big ugly lip. Just plain Old Axxis Se7ens are on my SVX.

Dr Outback, No one ever rides in the back of my SVX so I have no idea, nor do I "LOAD" my car with anything. I got a Ford Festiva beater for that.
and actualy for the last year my car has been in a corner of a heated garage awaiting a custom body kit and paint----- See Thread: "Bolt on Side Skirts" for more details.
When I was driving my car I baby it. Every signifigent little crack in the pavement or pot hole gets a full on stop. I dont drive fast around turns and beat it like It's a ralley car either. but under normal driving 55-75 on the highway and 25 through town I have had absolutly no rubbing at anytime.
Hope this helps.

[Dr.Outback]

SolarSVX what you are looking to buy are Axxis Se7en MODs not the same wheel as me. Mine are the old style a lot less ricey looking without that big ugly lip. Just plain Old Axxis Se7ens are on my SVX.

Dr Outback, No one ever rides in the back of my SVX so I have no idea, nor do I "LOAD" my car with anything. I got a Ford Festiva beater for that.
and actualy for the last year my car has been in a corner of a heated garage awaiting a custom body kit and paint----- See Thread: "Bolt on Side Skirts" for more details.
When I was driving my car I baby it. Every signifigent little crack in the pavement or pot hole gets a full on stop. I dont drive fast around turns and beat it like It's a ralley car either. but under normal driving 55-75 on the highway and 25 through town I have had absolutly no rubbing at anytime.
Hope this helps.

Thanks, it does. I'll try to find a wheel with a little higher offset.

[arondale]

Rota's are replicates of Work Emotions CR Kai's... used on many SCCA racing-spec cars. Not that it makes them that much better... does give me bragging rights.

Work Emotion CR Kai
18x7.5
42mm offset
$2200 with Toyo Proxes4 ZR-rated direction tires.

http://homepage.mac.com/arondale/.Pictures/Photo%20Album%20Pictures/2004-08-28%2022.32.51%20-0700/Image-02DC4D36F9E011D8.jpg

Arondale
Atl, GA

[BigBlueSVX]

Brand: Rota
Wheel: Action
Price: $600
Size: 17x7.5
Offset: +48 mm
Tire: 225/45/17 BFG KDW2

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/BigBlueSVX/25731.jpg

[andrew.anderson]

All these pictures do is make me want an SVX even more.:)

[odepaj]

AZA Z2s
18"
225 40/18 (I think)

http://www.expertwebcreations.com/personal/svx/goodpics/side.jpg

How much? Where did you get them? Do they make them in a 17"? What is the offset? Do they rub at all? Did you have to roll the fender? If they only come in 18" what size tire do I have to buy to keep them close to stock diameter?


dustin

[Motorsport-SVX]

but It cant hurt to post a pic here too..
17x8s , not too heavy, good offset

[odepaj]

but It cant hurt to post a pic here too..
17x8s , not too heavy, good offset


Dayle, how much are you selling those for? I also might be placing a big order from you soon :D .



dustin

[Earthworm]

Earl, how much are you selling those for? I also might be placing a big order from you soon :D .Earl has none but you may want to ask Dayle :D

[mbtoloczko]

but It cant hurt to post a pic here too..
17x8s , not too heavy, good offset

Wow. They actually fit. Offset does look fine. Interesting how the wheels have a much different appearance on an SVX than on a Mustang.

[odepaj]

Earl has none but you may want to ask Dayle :D


Dammit :D I always get them confused!!



dustin

[Motorsport-SVX]

just bookmark my site and add my email to your address book, and youll be fine :D

www.planetsvx.com
dayle@motorsportwarehouse.com

[Motorsport-SVX]

I had a WRX 5-speed transmission in the back seat and a flywheel, clutch assembly, and other junk in the trunk. Probably was around 300 lbs worth of stuff between the trunk and the back seat. The rear fender lip was around an inch below the top of the tire, so it was perfect for looking at the clearance between the inside of the fenderlip and the side of the tire. Also, I was running about -1.3 deg of negative camber on the rear wheels at that time. If I were running less camber, there would have been even less clearance.

Mychailo
is that a mid 80s Cosworth in your avator ?
theres are 2 of them for sale here in the US
not sure if youve saw them yet.

[mbtoloczko]

Mychailo
is that a mid 80s Cosworth in your avator ?
theres are 2 of them for sale here in the US
not sure if youve saw them yet.

Yeah, its an RS200 Evo. I also thought that Cosworth was the brains behind the machine, but when I called them to talk about the car (trying to help a friend in Japan who is rebuilding one), they said it was a Ford Motorsports project. Has a Cosworth motor though. Awesome machines. 650 hp from a 2.1 liter motor. I think that pic is from a mid '80s group B rally.

[SomethingElse]

I didnt search that hard but I bought these and just put them on...They came off a Lexus ES330 2006.

Price - $300 shipped
Size - 17
Offset - +50
Brand of wheel - Lexus
Name of wheel - ES330
Who sells the wheel - Lexus - Ebay

[dynomatt]

SomethingElse...I really like that look...clean, and almost factory.

Very nice. And a good price too.

M

[SomethingElse]

Thanks. I didnt like it at first becasue the wheels seem really brite. They would probably look better on red or a lighter color but the paintjob comes soon i hope.:)

[braaap11889]

Does anyone know any good spoke rims that at black and have a silver polished ring lip like these http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/17-BLACK-ADR-WHEELS-RIMS-5-LUG-BLACK-WRX-SVX-TSX-RSX_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43957QQihZ002QQitem Z120018645782QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW but I dont really like the spoke set up and dunno much about ADR seems cheap for rims or maybe I'm just used to 5 grand+ for SUV and truck rims which are usually what I buy and look at

[braaap11889]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/17-BLACK-ADR-WHEELS-RIM-5-LUG-MAZDA-3-5-6-WRX-RSX-TC_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43957QQihZ002QQitemZ 120018143181QQtcZphoto something like that

I wasnt sure If I'm allowed to post ebay links so I apologize I don't own nates wheels nor do I know who does right now so I'm not intending to advertise

I'm looking for that kind of spoke set up more or less deal if possible without silver rivets.

[Nemesis Destiny]

Motegi LC-12 (http://www.motegiracing.com/wheels/details.asp?wheelid=56&name=LC12%20Gun%20Metal&pic=2331&style=2331&desc=&section=)s will fit. The gunmetal portion is much darker than in the pictures.

[braaap11889]

I like those alot but wish they came in black center

[Nemesis Destiny]

Like I said, the centres are a lot darker than in those pics. They look almost black.
http://www.stratusphere.net/forums/index.php?s=&showtopic=416&view=findpost&p=411212

[Xevious]

I mean.. Enkei..

Alright, I'm looking at:

Oz Superleggera III; 18x8.5 bolt pattern; 5-114.3 (for an 06 sti, so I'm guessing the offset/bore will work?)

and,
Enkei NTO3+M; 18x7.5 offset=42 bolt=5 x 114.3 bore=72.6


This may be the wrong place to ask, but will they fit? I must admit, I didn't go through all the pages of entries, but I didn't notice anyone with this kind of setup..

Thanks.

[braaap11889]

WOW ya those are much darker than in the pictures but im looking for a jet black nothing lighter than JET BLACK for me just because I want triple black and I love black rims silver lip on black vehicles

I have read that any rims for a 05 06 WRX will work so I guess I will look into those since obviously theres a much larger selection there.

[mbtoloczko]

Does anyone know any good spoke rims that at black and have a silver polished ring lip like these http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/17-BLACK-ADR-WHEELS-RIMS-5-LUG-BLACK-WRX-SVX-TSX-RSX_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ43957QQihZ002QQitem Z120018645782QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW but I dont really like the spoke set up and dunno much about ADR seems cheap for rims or maybe I'm just used to 5 grand+ for SUV and truck rims which are usually what I buy and look at

Rota Wheel has that spoke design in several wheels (G Force, Tarmac 3, Tarmac 2), but none have the polished lip. Nice thing about the Rotas is that they make some fairly wide wheels (17x8 or 18x8) with proper lug pattern and offset for the SVX.

http://www.rotawheel.com/

http://www.subydude.com/

[demonsvx]

I seen the specs on the new Eclipse wheels on ebay http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/4-17-Mitsubishi-Eclipse-2006-Aluminum-Wheels-and-Tires_W0QQitemZ150026885635QQihZ005QQcategoryZ4395 7QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Wondering how they will fit

[Nemesis Destiny]

They will likely fit, but the tires are a little bigger than stock SVX size, by 3.87%. Basically, when you're going 60MPH, your speedo will only read 57.6MPH. You will get slightly better highway fuel economy and have slightly slower acceleration. It may throw off your ABS sensors.

[David Cohen]

I just bought an SVX with nearly-bald tires on stock wheels, so I'm planning to get 17" wheels and mount 225/45R17 tires on them in the very near future. So far, so good. But now I've done my homework and discovered that there aren't very many affordable wheels out there with offsets of (or close to) +55.

Question #1: I found a 17" wheel I like, but it has an offset of just +40. Should I keep looking? I'm concerned that moving the center of the contact patch outboard 15mm can't be good for the steering (changing the scrub radius (http://www.miata.net/garage/offset.htm)), and I figure it would also add unnecessary stress to the SVX's wheel bearings. Who here has tried mounting wheels with offsets less than +48 on their SVX? Is this a Really Bad Idea?

Question #2: At least one person has mentioned that upsizing from 16" to 17" wheels (shortening and thus stiffening the sidewalls) noticeably worsens ride quality. I've also read that going to a wider wheel will improve cornering at the expense of comfort. So if I were to go larger but also narrower -- from the stock 16"x7.5" to 17"x7" wheels -- would that keep the handling and comfort roughly neutral as compared to stock? (As a fringe benefit, I figure a narrower wheel would be more protected from curb rash if I keep the tire width the same.) Has anyone tried this?

Question #3: You'd think there would be a decently-sized market for aftermarket wheels for Subaru WRX STi's, Honda S2000s, Acura NSX's, Mazda RX-8's, Mazda3's and other cars with 5/114.3 (5x4.5) bolt patterns and high offsets. But I have found it annoyingly difficult to find offset/ET specs out there. Has anyone found a good source for this information (and for these wheels)? Looks like a market opportunity...

And then there are the brakes...
Of course, in addition to worrying about the wrong offset affecting the steering/suspension geometry and fender/strut clearance, I have to make sure the spokes clear the calipers. Here's a nice explanation of both offset and caliper clearance (http://nissanpacific.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=1126), and from another related thread in this forum a diagram (http://www.diamondracingwheels.com/TermsClearance.htm) and measurements (http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/showpost.php?p=419864&postcount=33) of SVX stock brake caliper dimensions.

At least I have company in overthinking this stuff. (http://www.sportcompactcarweb.com/editors/technobabble/0209scc_techno/)

[Motorsport-SVX]

I just bought an SVX with nearly-bald tires on stock wheels, so I'm planning to get 17" wheels and mount 225/45R17 tires on them in the very near future. So far, so good. But now I've done my homework and discovered that there aren't very many affordable wheels out there with offsets of (or close to) +55.

Question #1: I found a 17" wheel I like, but it has an offset of just +40. Should I keep looking? I'm concerned that moving the center of the contact patch outboard 15mm can't be good for the steering (changing the scrub radius (http://www.miata.net/garage/offset.htm)), and I figure it would also add unnecessary stress to the SVX's wheel bearings. Who here has tried mounting wheels with offsets less than +48 on their SVX? Is this a Really Bad Idea?

Question #2: At least one person has mentioned that upsizing from 16" to 17" wheels (shortening and thus stiffening the sidewalls) noticeably worsens ride quality. I've also read that going to a wider wheel will improve cornering at the expense of comfort. So if I were to go larger but also narrower -- from the stock 16"x7.5" to 17"x7" wheels -- would that keep the handling and comfort roughly neutral as compared to stock? (As a fringe benefit, I figure a narrower wheel would be more protected from curb rash if I keep the tire width the same.) Has anyone tried this?

Question #3: You'd think there would be a decently-sized market for aftermarket wheels for Subaru WRX STi's, Honda S2000s, Acura NSX's, Mazda RX-8's, Mazda3's and other cars with 5/114.3 (5x4.5) bolt patterns and high offsets. But I have found it annoyingly difficult to find offset/ET specs out there. Has anyone found a good source for this information (and for these wheels)? Looks like a market opportunity...

And then there are the brakes...
Of course, in addition to worrying about the wrong offset affecting the steering/suspension geometry and fender/strut clearance, I have to make sure the spokes clear the calipers. Here's a nice explanation of both offset and caliper clearance (http://nissanpacific.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=1126), and a diagram (http://www.diamondracingwheels.com/TermsClearance.htm) and from another related thread in this forum measurements (http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/showpost.php?p=419864&postcount=33) of SVX stock brake caliper dimensions.

At least I have company in overthinking this stuff. (http://www.sportcompactcarweb.com/editors/technobabble/0209scc_techno/)

overthinking is an understatement :)
if you want a good selection of 17" wheels
we have many on special right now
www.planetsvx.com
have fun....
Put on a good quaility tire and you wont lose
any ride quaility, it may actually improve even
with a 45 series suggested tire.
You can even do certain Mustang wheels on your
car :)

[David Cohen]

overthinking is an understatement :)
if you want a good selection of 17" wheels
we have many on special right nowYou know, it would help if your website listed wheel dimensions like width, offset, and weight.

[Motorsport-SVX]

You know, it would help if your website listed wheel dimensions like width, offset, and weight.

All the 17" wheels are 17x7s unless otherwise
specified, all the offsets are usually +40 - +45mm
most people just email us if they want to know
the weight, but honestly, most people dont really
care.
I Know the wheels will correctly fit the car, most people
buy rims because of their "looks" and thats why I have
PICS up.
I dont know of any website, even tire rack that tells
you all 3 things.
If you need any further info on any rims, just email
us with the model you like etc and we always reply
with the info. :)

[David Cohen]

You know, it would help if your website listed wheel dimensions like width, offset, and weight.
I dont know of any website, even tire rack that tells you all 3 things.
Well, I guess if they don't provide the useful info, you shouldn't either :confused:

[David Cohen]

I've found the following sites useful in my search for wheels that fit the SVX:
wheelspecs.com -- incomplete but still useful
wheelweights.net -- a great resource for identifying lightweight wheels
sellers like bigwheels.net (http://www.bigwheels.net/index.php?location=wheels&view_mode=size&status=&offset_wheel=50) and 1010tires.com -- they provide offset information for the wheels they sell, and even let you search wheels by offset, although their selections are limited
manufacturers like rotawheels.com, who provide info about the wheels they make.
I hope y'all who are looking for new wheels find these useful.

edit: Here's one more catalog of lightweight wheels, Import Tuner magazine's 2003 wheel guide (http://www.importtuner.com/features/0308it_2003_wheel_guide/)

[Motorsport-SVX]

Well, I guess if they don't provide the useful info, you shouldn't either :confused:

its not that simple, but as mentioned before
if there
is a particular wheel you need info on
feel free to email us and we will find out :)
thanks :)

[Nemesis Destiny]

...and for the record, I've found that tirerack actually does have a lot more info on the website about the various wheels than they used to. You can actually get weight, offset, and other stats for some of their products.

Though in general, the 1010tires.com website is better (and Canadian [|*|] ;) ), though their customer service leaves a little to be desired.

[David Cohen]

Hurrah, I've done my homework now, and it's paid off. After way too much time looking into what 17" wheels will: :) perfectly fit the SVX,
:D weigh as little as possible,
:cool: look really good on our cars, and
;) be reasonably priced,
I've come to the conclusion that the Rota SDR is the rim that fits the bill:

FIT: Rota makes this 17-inch wheel in our stock 7.5" width, in our exact bolt pattern and hub size, and it can be ordered with a +48 or a rare +53mm offset (just 2 mm less than stock!); it's as good a fit as we will find.

WEIGHT: The SDR weighs around 17.5 pounds, which is actually lighter than our stock 16" wheels even though it's a larger rim; it's a light wheel for the price. (To get lighter than this in a 17" rim you're looking at forged racing wheels that cost $300-$500 each). Lighter wheels = a more responsive SVX.

COST: SubyDude (http://www.subydude.com/osc/product_info.php/cPath/231/products_id/273) currently has these wheels for $650 for a set of 4 or $162.50 each (previously on special for $142.50), I think including shipping. JayDM (http://www.jaydm.com/rota-sdr.htm) sells sets of 4 for $595 including shipping. These wheels can also be special ordered from 18racing (http://18racing.com/) (which appears to be the direct sales arm of Cosmic Marketing, Rota's US distributor), for $650 shipped.

LOOKS: The subtle curves in these 7-spoke rims will look good on the SVX, and the spokes that come all the way out and blend into the edge make the most of the larger rim size. Here's a quick Photoshop mockup (shows a Champagne gold color that has been discontinued, sorry):

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/David_Cohen/38187.jpg

[Ahner]

Price: ~$120 US/wheel
Size: 16x7
Offest: +40
Make: Konig
Model: Trouble
Where To Buy: Various places on the internet (http://www.buywheelstoday.com/products/?id=837)

(My car is also lowered with springs from Motorsport Warehouse)

Going on a year now with these and I've yet to have any problems with bearing, ride quality is hard to judge because of the springs. I don't recall it being any different when it was just the wheels though.

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/7562/p8260001smallio2.jpg
http://img113.imageshack.us/img113/1547/wheel8x6dz9.jpg

[MrScary]

check out this site too

http://www.sportmaxwheel.com/

we sell alot of their rims and Ive used many
on my own Svxs..
if you see any you like drop me an email

www.planetsvx.com


Do you guys have the Sport Max #962? And how much would that set me back?

[Motorsport-SVX]

Do you guys have the Sport Max #962? And how much would that set me back?


we do carry them
what size, 17x7 or 17x9s ? ( I suggest if you are going
to use 17" to make it 7)
color ?
what city are you in to calculate shipping etc.
thanks

[GOT2HAVESVX]

Do you have the sport max 001's for a svx? 16X7 I think. Thats one hot a$$ wheel!

[Motorsport-SVX]

Earl, how much are you selling those for? I also might be placing a big order from you soon :D .



dustin


Id sell you them for $380 plus shipping if you wanted
them (just the wheels)
they are new take offs in very good shape, only a few
hundred miles on them.

[odepaj]

Hurrah, I've done my homework now, and it's paid off. After way too much time looking into what 17" wheels will: :) perfectly fit the SVX,
:D weigh as little as possible,
:cool: look really good on our cars, and
;) be reasonably priced,
I've come to the conclusion that the Rota SDR is the rim that fits the bill:

FIT: Rota makes this 17-inch wheel in our stock 7.5" width, in our exact bolt pattern and hub size, and it can be ordered with a +48 or a rare +53mm offset (just 2 mm less than stock!); it's as good a fit as we will find.

WEIGHT: The SDR weighs around 17.5 pounds, which is actually lighter than our stock 16" wheels even though it's a larger rim; it's a light wheel for the price. (To get lighter than this in a 17" rim you're looking at forged racing wheels that cost $300-$500 each). Lighter wheels = a more responsive SVX.

COST: SubyDude (http://www.subydude.com/osc/product_info.php/cPath/231/products_id/273) currently has these wheels for $650 for a set of 4 or $162.50 each (previously on special for $142.50), I think including shipping. JayDM (http://www.jaydm.com/rota-sdr.htm) sells sets of 4 for $595 including shipping. These wheels can also be special ordered from 18racing (http://18racing.com/) (which appears to be the direct sales arm of Cosmic Marketing, Rota's US distributor), for $650 shipped.

LOOKS: The subtle curves in these 7-spoke rims will look good on the SVX, and the spokes that come all the way out and blend into the edge make the most of the larger rim size. Here's a quick Photoshop mockup (shows a Champagne gold color that has been discontinued, sorry):

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/David_Cohen/38187.jpg

can you do a quick photoshop of these on a silver car? i really like them

[sperry]

I think I may have mentioned these already in this thread, but I just took some pictures after swapping off my snow tires today:

Enkei RPF1
Silver
17"x9" +45 5x114.3
~15 lbs
255/40/17 Falken ST-115 tires

http://www.seccs.org/gallery/Car Pictures/1994 SVX/Enkei Wheels/Enkeis-Quarter.jpg

http://www.seccs.org/gallery/Car Pictures/1994 SVX/Enkei Wheels/Enkeis-Quarter-High.jpg

http://www.seccs.org/gallery/Car Pictures/1994 SVX/Enkei Wheels/Enkeis-Quarter-Close.jpg

http://www.seccs.org/gallery/Car Pictures/1994 SVX/Enkei Wheels/Enkeis-Side-High.jpg

http://www.seccs.org/gallery/Car Pictures/1994 SVX/Enkei Wheels/Enkeis-Rear.jpg

I believe there are no fitment issues for cars on stock suspension, but I did have the tiniest fender roll in the rear already when I put some stock EVO wheels on the car a while back, so they may or may not be using that clearance.

They just need some center caps!

[joburnet]

Do 350Z rims fit the SVX? I have a chance to pick some up pretty cheap.

[sicksubie]

wow.... those are some of the sharpest rims on a red. I may look into those for my silver. How close are you to rubbing?

[Motorsport-SVX]

wow.... those are some of the sharpest rims on a red. I may look into those for my silver. How close are you to rubbing?

we have these on special in 17s..
very lite too..
very similar, Ace Alloys..17x7s $500 for the wheels.

[Motorsport-SVX]

and these in 18" on special for $140 a wheel

[sicksubie]

You have the RFP1's? in 17x9? How much?

[Nemesis Destiny]

According to the Enkei website (http://www.enkei.com/RacingSeriesSpecs/RPF1.html) page on the RPF1, the 17x9 size has only a +35mm offset, not 45, though obviously it still seems to fit. They are nice and light though. Tirerack has that size for $251 each, and (erroneously?) lists offset as +45mm. I'm inclined to believe the manufacturer over the salesman, but either one could be wrong, I suppose.

[sicksubie]

I cant find any 17x9's RFP1's on tireracks site

[Nemesis Destiny]

Yeah, looks like tirerack only stocks the 17x8s. Probably wouldn't sell too many 17x9s. Also they list it with +45mm offset, but according to Enkei, you can only get 17x8 with 45mm offset in a 5x100mm bolt pattern, rather than the 5x114mm that I looked it up under, so tirerack seems to have inaccurate numbers. Big surprise there. :rolleyes:

As a general rule, I never trust anyone in sales with regards to technical specifications.

[sperry]

According to the Enkei website (http://www.enkei.com/RacingSeriesSpecs/RPF1.html) page on the RPF1, the 17x9 size has only a +35mm offset, not 45, though obviously it still seems to fit. They are nice and light though. Tirerack has that size for $251 each, and (erroneously?) lists offset as +45mm. I'm inclined to believe the manufacturer over the salesman, but either one could be wrong, I suppose.

Here's the deal on the 17x9 +45 RPF1's:

These are the wheels that the RX-8 guys use for *rear* wheels. Normally the RX8's use a 17x8 +40 front and a 17x9 +45 rear. These rear wheels have pretty low brake clearance due to the flat spokes... the 17x8 front wheels have a lot more curve to the spokes.

Originally I purchased these 4 wheels for use on my WRX. I had a set of 17x8 5x100's in the past, but I upgraded the hubs to 5x114.3 and I wanted to run the 17x9 Enkei's, so I was all fired up about finding this "rare" fitment of the RPF1. But when I got them I figured out that because they're rear wheels, they wouldn't clear my WRX's StopTech brakes at all. But instead of returning them, I checked to see if they fit my SVX, and low-and-behold, the SVX's stock brakes are small enough to clear.

As far as fitment, I had a set of stock EVO 8 wheels on the car for a weekend that required removing the rub strip and putting the tiniest fender roll on the rear fenders. I think I may be using the clearance from the EVO wheels to fit these Enkei's... they're really damn wide. But with 255 ST-115's (that run narrow for 255's) I'm not rubbing at all on my stock suspension. So I can't say they'll fit w/o some rolling, but I can say if you need to roll the fenders, it's only going to need a very light roll in the rear.

But if you're lowered, all bets are off.

I was able to order my wheels from https://www.good-win-racing.com/. They do lots of Mazda (especially Miata) work. They happened to have a set of 4 rear wheels set aside for some project car that they decided not to work on or something, so I was able to buy 'em. They may not be able to get a set of these 17x9 +45's anymore.

However, I can tell you, for nearly the same look, Enkei makes a 17x8.5 5x114.3 +40 (the RX8 fronts) that will look almost exactly the same as the 17x9's (they'll have 11mm more strut clearance, and 1mm more fender clearance), you could even run the 255's on 'em, or a 245/45/17 perhaps. http://www.edgeracing.com usually has 'em, but it looks like they're outta stock right now. Also, the 17x8's should have way more brake clearance than the 17x9's... I believe people use them on STi's if anyone plans to BBK their SVX.

[Michael Blue]

Subscribing to this thread. Definitely looking for some 18"s later this year.
I was looking at the Reactions at Motorsport Warehouse, but this thread is the FIRST place I've seen a price for them. I never got a reply in the other thread (announcing them) or when I emailed the company. :(

Now, if I only knew the offset, weight, etc on them...

[solarsvx]

im runing axis decades with a 40mm offset, they are some of the deepest deep dish wheels i have ever seen to fit the svx

www.axiswheels.com

2" lip in the front and i think 3 1/4 rear lip with a 8" wide wheels
they have the maxxis lips

[Michael Blue]

I'm LOVING the Axis Gravity, I wonder if the firment would be similar?

http://www.axiswheels.com/wheels/gravity/axis_gravity_gm.jpg

[Nemesis Destiny]

Keep in mind that if you want an actual performance upgrade, the only ones they offer that are lighter than stock are the Reverb and the Widetrack. The ones you selected are approximately the same as stock weight, from what I gather.

If that doesn't matter to you then, by all means, carry on :)

[Michael Blue]

I'd never look at 18"s as a performance upgrade, regardless of weight. You're adding weight via the tires as well and all that weight is on the outer edge where it does the most harm.

If I ever have serious track wheels, they'll be 16"s unless I have to have 17"s for the brakes I want to do.

Thanks for the tip though!

(we need a "thumbup" icon, lol!)

[Motorsport-SVX]

Subscribing to this thread. Definitely looking for some 18"s later this year.
I was looking at the Reactions at Motorsport Warehouse, but this thread is the FIRST place I've seen a price for them. I never got a reply in the other thread (announcing them) or when I emailed the company. :(

Now, if I only knew the offset, weight, etc on them...


We never got your email...
not to mention we get about 80+ a day ....
They are your avg wheel at a good price..
weight about 26lbs each ...offset +40mm....
cost for the set is on the website,...thanks.

[sperry]

Keep in mind that if you want an actual performance upgrade, the only ones they offer that are lighter than stock are the Reverb and the Widetrack. The ones you selected are approximately the same as stock weight, from what I gather.

If that doesn't matter to you then, by all means, carry on :)

I'm sure it's posted somewhere around here already, but what are the weights of the OEM wheels? I'd guess in the 16-18 lb range like the pre-'06 Impreza stockers, since they're about the same size.

Those 17x9 Enkei's are under 16 lbs each if I remember correctly... but with the wide rubber, there is certainly a bunch more rolling resistance that eats the acceleration performance and fuel mileage.

[sicksubie]

I am really leaning towards going with the 17x8.5 40 (or the 17x8 35mm) offset Enkei RFP1's. I will have a Koni/GC set-up however and I will have to do some test fitting at a tire shop first to make sure something like that fits (with the 235/40/17 Azenis I am mounting on them) This combo will give me a wheel tire combo of about 39.0-.5 lbs. That is great IMHO

[Michael Blue]

We never got your email...
not to mention we get about 80+ a day ....
They are your avg wheel at a good price..
weight about 26lbs each ...offset +40mm....
cost for the set is on the website,...thanks.


Since you're responding here; how about the Raze wheels, found curiously on your "specials" page and not on the "wheels" page...Is the $675 each or for the set? Are they 17" or 18"? What width and offset? The address linked says 18x7", but it also says "Ace Impact", so there's no way to expect it's accurate. http://svx-motorsport-accessories.stores.yahoo.net/aceimpact18x7s.html

Sorry to sound put off, but you're in business and it's difficult as a prospective client to find the parts, or info on the parts, I need.

Thanks for what you're doing for the community, but I hope some of the suggestions sink in and you can better market the products you offer.
Some consistency on your product pages and thoroughness in the product detail given would be terrific. If you need help laying out the website, I'd be more than willing to try to help.

Thanks!

[Nemesis Destiny]

I'm sure it's posted somewhere around here already, but what are the weights of the OEM wheels? I'd guess in the 16-18 lb range like the pre-'06 Impreza stockers, since they're about the same size.

Those 17x9 Enkei's are under 16 lbs each if I remember correctly... but with the wide rubber, there is certainly a bunch more rolling resistance that eats the acceleration performance and fuel mileage.
I remember reading that the stockers were 22# each. I don't remember when or what thread. I could be mistaken.

Anyway, I thought I was doing pretty well with the set I have, the "mystery wheels". They're 17x8, +42mm, and 16.5# each. And they weren't too expensive. I haven't weighed them with rubber (225s - stock width) mounted, but I should since they're off the car right now.

[lhopp77]

I remember reading that the stockers were 22# each. I don't remember when or what thread. I could be mistaken.



Stockers do weigh 22# each and the 18" RX8 wheels on car here are 24# each. Not that anyone ask, but just for general information.

Lee

[Nemesis Destiny]

Stockers do weigh 22# each and the 18" RX8 wheels on car here are 24# each. Not that anyone ask, but just for general information.

LeeThat's good to know Lee, thanks. The more information we have about our available options, the better off we'll all be.

[sperry]

I am really leaning towards going with the 17x8.5 40 (or the 17x8 35mm) offset Enkei RFP1's. I will have a Koni/GC set-up however and I will have to do some test fitting at a tire shop first to make sure something like that fits (with the 235/40/17 Azenis I am mounting on them) This combo will give me a wheel tire combo of about 39.0-.5 lbs. That is great IMHO

Check this out for offset calculations:

http://marksink.com/tire_wheel_offset/offset.html

The 17x8.5+40's should fit almost identically to the 17x9's that I've got on the car (1mm more fender clearance, and 11mm more strut clearance).

The 17x8+35's will give you 3mm more fender clearance and 23mm more strut clearance than the 17x9+45's. But +35 offsets worry me a bit because the steering center of the tire will be pushed out like an inch making the steering heavy and loading the power steering pump/rack more than usual. 'Course 17x8+35 is very close to the stock EVO Enkei, which I've had on the car, and it didn't drive terribly... but I did have to roll the rear fender to make 'em fit.

If you're lowered, you'll probably want something more like a 17x8+48 like most the Rotas come in these days, or you're going to be rolling the rear fender and/or running some crazy negative camber to make things fit. Unfortunately the closest RPF1 to that size is the 17x7.5+48, which will have a ton of clearance, but will probably max out with 225/45/17 width tires.

[sicksubie]

So I just contacted a Enkei dealer and they said that thay have 17x8 RFP1 rims in a 45mm offset. These aren't listed on the Enkei website, but the person I talked to insisted that they did and then emailed me this morning to confirm. $235 a piece.

[sperry]

So I just contacted a Enkei dealer and they said that thay have 17x8 RFP1 rims in a 45mm offset. These aren't listed on the Enkei website, but the person I talked to insisted that they did and then emailed me this morning to confirm. $235 a piece.

Make sure that's in a 5x114.3 PDC, 17x8+45 is usually the WRX fitment that's 5x100 and won't fit the SVX. The 17x8 5x114.3's are usually +35, but Enkei has been known to make the RPF1 in all sorts of odd flavors.

[sicksubie]

I should have mentioned that.... I did specify the BCP to the guy. I am hoping to get these with Falken Azenis in a 245/40/17 @ 24ish lbs. Total weight would be about 39lbs per corner. Down from about 47.5lbs that I am at with stockers.

[sperry]

I should have mentioned that.... I did specify the BCP to the guy. I am hoping to get these with Falken Azenis in a 245/40/17 @ 24ish lbs. Total weight would be about 39lbs per corner. Down from about 47.5lbs that I am at with stockers.

No doubt... for the price, I haven't found a lighter wheel that's available in such a wide range of sizes.

However, one thing to note: just because the RPF1's will be lighter, they may not reduce the overall rotational inertia. Smaller wheels mean less effort to accelerate them, sometimes even if they're heavier.

[Michael Blue]

Still no answers to my specific wheel questions above.

...how about the Raze wheels, found curiously on your "specials" page and not on the "wheels" page...Is the $675 each or for the set? Are they 17" or 18"? What width and offset? The address linked says 18x7", but it also says "Ace Impact", so there's no way to expect it's accurate. http://svx-motorsport-accessories.stores.yahoo.net/aceimpact18x7s.html

Sorry, but I guess I know where I won't be buying my next mods.

[sicksubie]

Still no answers to my specific wheel questions above.



Sorry, but I guess I know where I won't be buying my next mods.
Any wheel you see on Dayle's site will fit the SVX. So I wouldnt' worry about that. I have dealt with him in the past and he is great to do business with. He does get swamped with emails every day so the best way that I have found to business with him is to simply call.

Sperry,
I know what you are saying about the different size wheels. You should check out the excel file that Mychailo has in his signature (or maybe on his site). It shows you exactly what will change when you swap rolling stock.

[min]

and they are for sale.... 400 for rims and tires (only have about 1200 miles on them):D

[NikFu S.]

Any reason I shouldn't do this?

Is the tire size ok?

(click thingy)

[Motorsport-SVX]

Any reason I shouldn't do this?

Is the tire size ok?

(click thingy)


personally I think 225-40s are a better fit....
theres nothing on our site you dont find interesting ? ;)

[sicksubie]

definitely go with a 225/40 or 235/40 tire

[NikFu S.]

personally I think 225-40s are a better fit....
theres nothing on our site you dont find interesting ? ;)
If it's not a relatively plain looking 5 spoker I don't want it. If it's not one of those and I do want it, it's probably too rich for my blood.

I'd love a light forged set of wheels but I really don't want to spend upwards of 2k for something like this.

--
Found some 225/40s with great reviews and cut $100 of that first price. =D

[nein51]

Will a 17X8 +38 fit without rubbing the rear fender? I have a great deal on some EVO8 wheels that would look awesome, just dont want to bother if they are going to rub.

[wawazat??]

Will a 17X8 +38 fit without rubbing the rear fender? I have a great deal on some EVO8 wheels that would look awesome, just dont want to bother if they are going to rub.

They may rub depending on the tire size you choose. If you choose the correct offset of 48-55mm (aka that selected by those who engineered the car) you can fit a much larger tire on the car.

[Nemesis Destiny]

I've gone to 17x8 +45 and I don't have rubbing with lowered suspension on 225/45s. When those are done, I'm planning to do 245s. I'll let you know how that goes.

I used to run problem-free on a +40, but it was not as wide a rim. +38 might be a bit tight.

[SVX Maxximus]

I do not recommend these wheels as they required a little work to fit on the front, and they still rub on potholes/ bumps! I had to use an angle grinder to shave some of the brake caliper to fit, then a wheel spacer which is why they rub. I thought I'd post the pics anyway. The wheels are ALT's but I do not remember the model.

[sicksubie]

Your tires are really fat too IMHO.. That might be another factor in the rubbing....

[wawazat??]

I do not recommend these wheels as they required a little work to fit on the front, and they still rub on potholes/ bumps! I had to use an angle grinder to shave some of the brake caliper to fit, then a wheel spacer which is why they rub. I thought I'd post the pics anyway. The wheels are ALT's but I do not remember the model.

Yikes:eek: a grinder to grind off the brake caliper to fit aftermarket wheels and STILL use a spacer??? Who told you those wheels would fit???:confused:

[Michael Blue]

I do not recommend these wheels as they required a little work to fit on the front, and they still rub on potholes/ bumps! I had to use an angle grinder to shave some of the brake caliper to fit, then a wheel spacer which is why they rub. I thought I'd post the pics anyway. The wheels are ALT's but I do not remember the model.

Dude...Those tires are completely wrong for that application. WAY too wide.
Also, if you have to grind ANYTHING on the inside, the offset's WRONG.

I sincerely hope you don't do any damage before you dump those ALT junkers and get something more appropriate for the car.

~M

[SVX Maxximus]

Dude...Those tires are completely wrong for that application. WAY too wide.
Also, if you have to grind ANYTHING on the inside, the offset's WRONG.

I sincerely hope you don't do any damage before you dump those ALT junkers and get something more appropriate for the car.

~M

The tires were my stock tires from the original stock wheels. I did very MINIMAL grinding just to shave some off the corners, and that I know was safe.. I had a wheel/ brake specialist confirm. I'm not going to name drop but I was told the wheels would fit by a respected SVX gentleman, and that was after a different style wheel he sent me which too did not fit! He sent me these, which he claimed to have test fitted on an SVX to confirm they fit. When I got these the fronts didn't fit so I called him and he sent me spacers, which he claimed would solve the problem. With the minimal grinding they did fit, but big bumps and potholes bring the wheels into my fender liners and have destroyed them. I needed a working car ASAP and CHEAP wheels as I had bent rims, and cheap wheels is what I got! An expensive mistake in the long run, but I plan on doing things right.. as soon as I have done a 5-speed swap or I won't have a running car at all! :) Anyone have front fender liners in good condition for sale?

[LarryIII]

If you have this year's (2009) SVX calendar, look at the picture of the SVX for March. It has very nice aftermarket wheels on it. I don't know who belongs to this SVX. Huck put the calendar together. Maybe he can shed some light on these wheels.

[Michael Blue]

The tires were my stock tires from the original stock wheels. ... I'm not going to name drop but I was told the wheels would fit by a respected SVX gentleman..

OK, if those are factory size tires, then the wheels are WAY too narrow. What are they, 5"s? Your tires should not bulge like that!

Sounds like another "BudFreak" situation...All these "respected" "experts"...I'm still tightening stuff on my car that he left "finger tight" when he did the (horrible) trans swap.

Best of luck sorting this all out, but I would RUN, not walk, away from your "respected" SVX guy - whoever it is.

~M

[redlightningsvx]

Anyone now if these will fit without rubbing? 17X7 5-114.3 48offset http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/findWheelDetail.do?bp=5-114.3&yr=1994&pc=55609&counter=1&wd=17&rw=7&vid=006494

[Nemesis Destiny]

By the numbers, they should be fine, if slightly narrow. On a 17x7, you might consider going with a 215/45, if you can find one with a 91 load rating or better (shouldn't be too hard).

[Lockleaf]

Will they fit? :D

Size: 18 x 8.5
Offset: +55
Tire size: 245/40 R 18

Tire Brand: Subaru
Name: OE '08 STI
Sorry, taken in a dark garage with camera phone.
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc148/Lokleaf/0330092250.jpg

Otherwise, here is all that I have run...
Factory style, the day I got her
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc148/Lokleaf/1992%20Subaru%20SVX/01-14-08_1358.jpg
1990 Nissan 300ZX rims w/ 225 55 R 16
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc148/Lokleaf/1992%20Subaru%20SVX/01-18-08_1241.jpg
Snow drifting led to crushing one ZX rim
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc148/Lokleaf/1992%20Subaru%20SVX/1219081611.jpg
2002 Mazda Protege MP3 rims w/ 215 not sure r 17. I rolled on these for a week or two till I could put the factory SVX stuff back on. Pretty ugly on here honestly, but they look great on my g/f's Protege 5.
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc148/Lokleaf/1229081432.jpg

[Motorsport-SVX]

fit or fit correctly ?

to me, its way overkill for the car and the tires being that
much larger, will slow the car down by changing the overall
gear ratio etc off the line...
speedo would be off and they would almost always rub
on the rear with a small bump or more then one passenger..
wheel size is acceptable, yet overkill..
but if you drop down to a 225.40.18 youd be better off.

[Lockleaf]

the speedo is off by about 3% which is acceptable and my SVX is more toy than sports performance car anyways. But I also agree with you on the tire size. It would be better and is overkill. Ain't it fun?!

[SVX Maxximus]

Anyone know if any of these will fit? And for those who know, how do you go about determining they will work without being able to physically test fit them?, "shipping wheels back adds up when you get the wrong wheels".

TSW SNETTERTON

17" x 8" +20 offset, 114.3
17" x 8" +40 offset, 114.3
18" x 8" +20 offset, 114.3
18" x 8" +40 offset, 114.3

LiNk:
http://www.newwheelsnow.com/wheels/329/TSW-Wheels/TSW-Snetterton-Silver-Snetterton.html

[Motorsport-SVX]

if you stick with a +40, youll be fine for the most part
again, you dont mention the tire size you plan on using
that tends to be a big factor more then the rims are.
225-45-17s are suggested .
btw, Im a TSW dealer for all their rims.

[jdigitty88]

anybody know if 20s will work and what offset and all that good stuff and the tire size thankz pm me

[SilverSpear]

Ok I have read this entire thread, gosh it has been 4 years since I first posted.

I think after 5 years of using the OZ racing butterfly rims :D, Christmas 2009~2010 will mark the new set I will be looking for. Here are the specs:

1- Light possibly forged (Rays Engineering?).
2- 18"x8.5 (it fits under my rear car's fenders, I've widened them a little bit).
3- Something with a lip.
4- Budget up to $1200 including a set of used tires, minimum 75%.

Looking for options...

[Michael Blue]

anybody know if 20s will work and what offset and all that good stuff and the tire size thankz pm me


[ commentary ] Sell your SVX. NOW. [ / commentary ]

[SilverSpear]

They should be called 20 Yoooooooooooooooooooooooooo

[SilverSpear]

Someone should buy this set!!!!!!!

Goch I am druiling...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130312101202&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:MOTORS:1123

[aust92pearl]

i just bought a set of 5 lexus rims
see pic
$350 bargain :D
1 rim has minor rash on it the rest r imaculate

[svxistentialist]

Someone should buy this set!!!!!!!

Goch I am druiling...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130312101202&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:MOTORS:1123

Danny, there are two ools in druiling.

You are joking, right? These are $hite wheels. The spokes are so convex they rub the kerb. They are called "racing" wheels even though they have 10 holes, a sure sign of aftermarket ricer central.

You are a bad, bad boy.

:tongue:

[Nemesis Destiny]

I kind of like the looks of the MR7 design, personally. I'd like them more if they were light enough to offer any weight savings over stockers.

They are horrible for curb rash though, I'll give you that.

[redlightningsvx]

Price- $450
Size- 17''x7''
Offset- 48mm
Brand of wheel- MB Motoring
Name of wheel- Boost
Who sells the wheel- Discount tire direct.com
http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll54/redlightningsvx1/DSCF0001-2.jpghttp://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll54/redlightningsvx1/DSCF0005-3.jpg

[SilverSpear]

Danny, there are two ools in druiling.

You are joking, right? These are $hite wheels. The spokes are so convex they rub the kerb. They are called "racing" wheels even though they have 10 holes, a sure sign of aftermarket ricer central.

You are a bad, bad boy.

:tongue:

I kind of like the looks of the MR7 design, personally. I'd like them more if they were light enough to offer any weight savings over stockers.


Mike, are those Motegis? 17"?

Yes they are. I currently have them wrapped in BFG KDW2s

:p:p:p

And there is no "e" in $hit :p

[svxistentialist]

:p:p:p

And there is no "e" in $hit :p

Well, there are definitely two ools in druiling!!

:tongue:

[aust92pearl]

ok um i just bought these they are off a lexus (unsure which model)
got 5 of them for $350 (ebay)
same size as stock same offset
they feel lighter than the stock ones
also the stock lugs fit perfectly too :D

[svxistentialist]

Just a guess on my part, but they look style wise like they could be from the Lexus 300 ES, the one that was released round about the same time as the SVX.

Joe

[svxistentialist]

Oh, they are very nice, BTW, they certainly suit the SVX.

;) :D

[aust92pearl]

Oh, they are very nice, BTW, they certainly suit the SVX.

;) :D
thanks svxistentialist i thought so too :D

[Ricter]

To anyone running mustang GT wheels:

Do these require any special kind of lug?
Will aftermarket splinedrive lugs work with these?

[Alcyone Lunacy]

Tried to find what I could with the search button before asking. When I get ready to upgrade my rims I really want to go 18". Volk rims apprear to only offer 8.5" width in our bolt pattern. What offset would be needed to make this fit work?

Would these work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-GRAMLIGHTS-RIMS-RSX-TYPE-R-MUGEN-CIVIC-SI-VOLK-RARE_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem3ca625bfd1QQitemZ2 60485529553QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAcc essories

Just trying to do my homework ahead of time. Thanks.

I really want TE37's.

[BoxerFanatic]

Wow, those are hot, Alcyone Lunacy...

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m32/prospec1/Ebay/DSC02730.jpg

I would love to see those on an SVX.

[BoxerFanatic]

To anyone running mustang GT wheels:

Do these require any special kind of lug?
Will aftermarket splinedrive lugs work with these?

I believe those are conical seat (the wheel has a cone-shape seat for the cone-shaped lug nut to center itself into), but you may want to verify with a good picture of the wheels, or looking at them in person first.

Aftermarket spline drives that are cone shaped should work. 12mm x 1.25 pitch lugs, common for Subaru and Nissan.

Mazda, possibly Ford, and others use 12mm x 1.5 thread pitch, so the lugs won't thread correctly. Don't cross thread your wheel studs trying.

The cone seat shape needs to match between the wheel and the lugs, and has little to do with the car's hub at all.

The bolt pattern and hub center bore diameter (or adapter ring to bridge the gap) need to match between the car's hub and the wheel, in addition to the wheel offset fitting in the wheel well properly.

The wheel stud thread pattern needs to match between the lugs and the car's wheel stud thread pattern, and has nothing to do with the wheel itself.

It is a bit of a triangle of compatibility.

I have McGard spline drive, conical-bearing-seat lugs on both my Miata and my Legacy. If I had conical seat wheels (not stock SVX wheels) on my SVX, I would have them there, too.

The conical bearing seat is the proper cone-shape, but it is also a spinning bearing, that is independent of the threaded part of the lug nut. It touches the wheel, and stops spinning, while the rest of the nut continues to thread onto the wheel stud. It helps prevent over-torque when tightening the lug, or being too tight to remove later, and it helps keep the lugs from galling the lug seats on the wheel itself.

Cliff notes:
As long as the mustang wheels fit the car, and they reportedly do, and have a cone seat for the lug nuts, aftermarket spline drives, like the McGard ones, should work fine.

[svxistentialist]

They are certainly very classy rims. They would look super cool on an Ebony car.

:)

[svxcess]

I would still like to see these rims work. size, bolt pattern and offset are all fine.

OZ Palladio

Tire Rack says they won't clear the caliper bracket, unless you grind it down a little.

http://www.stsmotorsport.co.uk/images/products/wheels/oz/large/palladio.jpg


,

[BoxerFanatic]

I am debating....

Would these look very cool, or very ricey on a claret/black and gray-interior SVX...
http://www.tiredealersites.com/assets/SharedImages/wheels/Konig/KONIG_SWURVE_Matte_Black_Machine_Face.jpg

I wish the center cap were smoother, but I kinda like the y-spoke design.

Koenig says that it fits the SVX... 17x7, 5x114.3, 40mm offset. 18x7.5 and 19" sizes available, too...

but I think I would stick to 17" plus some meaty moderate/low profile tires, like 50-series, instead of pushing for 18s or 19s with really low profile 45 or 40 series.

But I just put a set of michelin 16" tires on OE wheels on the car... so I'll save some money while those serve nicely. Maybe then I'll go with dedicated 16" snows, and 17" summers.

[SilverSpear]

Wow, those are hot, Alcyone Lunacy...

http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m32/prospec1/Ebay/DSC02730.jpg

I would love to see those on an SVX.

Wow, are these forged Clint? Very very nice rims!

[Alcyone Lunacy]

Yeah these are forged. I think they are a rare prototype of a rim made by GRAMS lite, made by Rays just like the volks. A great price for these and would be cool to retain the motion aspect of the stock rim along with adding a nice tuner look. (and a STEAL at the price they are listed at! Volks will rum you 3 times this price- I am just broke after importing the FLATT catback)

But nobody answered my Q- would these fit? From my calculations of backspace and offset vs the stock rim I would have to say yes but I am not 100% sure, what offset do you guys recommend on an 18x8.5 rim?

[Alcyone Lunacy]

I would still like to see these rims work. size, bolt pattern and offset are all fine.




Is this comment in regards to the gramlites or the OZ rim?

[SubaCraig]

RS Limited
18"
225/40/ZR18
http://www.allearthkind.com/images/SubaCraig.jpg

[zombie]

Excuse the newb question but can I assume '05+ STI BBS wheels fit well? Can I see some pictures? i am about to buy a set.
Thanks!

[Wocketman]

Ok, not a wheel question...but a tire one. I posted this in tech Q&A but then saw this thread.

I'm looking at some used 225/60/H16 studded snow tires I found here in Maine. I know they are taller than stock...but will they fit? Would be nice to know before buying and installing and hearing them scrape out the wheelwells....;-)

Advice/comments appreciated!

Oh, and Happy Thanksgiving to all...

[zombie]

http://www.tc.umn.edu/~deba0016/CARS/1992subaruSVX/photo-6.jpg

Just put on some '05 STI wheels on. Had to use different lug nuts but was straight forward otherwise.

[BoxerFanatic]

Since late model mustang wheels fit the SVX...

I wonder what these new 2011 V6 *new and improved: Now with Duratech 3.7!* Mustang wheels will look like on the SVX... :D

New 18s
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/12/mustangv6la09_08.jpg

New V6 sport package 19s...
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/11mustangv6_1280.jpg

[SoCal LS-L]

Im hitting the local recycling yard today or friday, so could somebody give me a quick few options here? I need to know what cars likely to be in the wrecking yard have 16" rims that will fit the SVX, for my snow tires. I dont care about looks, I just need something I can fit my winter tires on so I can swap them back and forth quickly without having to mount and balance every time.

Will other subies work, maybe legacys or imprezas? Im not likely to find another SVX at pick n pull so if anyone can give me a few years + makes to find (that would be in a junkyard) id very much appreciate it. Thank guys.

I know the info is out there somewhere, but im at work and cant wade thru 600 posts to find the info I need.

[Crazy_pilot]

A lot of the 5-bolt Nissan and Honda rims will fit.

[1986nate]

A lot of the 5-bolt Nissan and Honda rims will fit.

Yes, check out Nissan Altima/Maxima rims, either any alloys (all are 16" or larger) or the 16" steelies are what I have on my car. Mine currently rub slightly on the edge of the tread when accelerating hard or over larger dips and bumps but my a$$ is saggy and the tire size is a larger diamater than stock. Can't remember the size exactly, but something like 225/60's, If you went stock diameter and your a$$ doesn't sag, you'll be just fine. Also to note that it only rubs on the hard plastic edge of the "splash guard" and not on the actual fender.

[BoxerFanatic]

Mazda and maybe toyota 5-bolt wheels might, as well.

Any FWD car, foreign or domestic, with a standard 5x114.3mm (same as 5x4.5 inch) bolt pattern, more than ~40mm positive offset, the higher the better (stock is 55mm offset, on 7.5 inches of wheel width. offset is likely stamped on the wheel somewhere... I think with a jj prefix), and at least 57.1mm center bore hole should technically work.

As long as it takes standard conical-seat lugs, any standard (not too wide) 12x1.25 thread pitch, cone seat lug nut should be good to bolt them to your car. the stock SVX lug nuts probably won't work, unless the lug seats are the same as the SVX OE wheels... (sleeve and washer style seats, not conical.)

[1986nate]

Mazda and maybe toyota 5-bolt wheels might, as well.

Any FWD car, foreign or domestic, with a standard 5x114.3mm (same as 5x4.5 inch) bolt pattern, more than ~40mm positive offset, the higher the better (stock is 55mm offset, on 7.5 inches of wheel width. offset is likely stamped on the wheel somewhere... I think with a jj prefix), and at least 57.1mm center bore hole should technically work.

As long as it takes standard conical-seat lugs, any standard (not too wide) 12x1.25 thread pitch, cone seat lug nut should be good to bolt them to your car. the stock SVX lug nuts probably won't work, unless the lug seats are the same as the SVX OE wheels... (sleeve and washer style seats, not conical.)

SVX lugs work just fine on steelie rims

[BoxerFanatic]

SVX lugs work just fine on steelie rims

Only because steelies are so thin, and their conical lug seats are correspondingly thin/narrow. The SVX lug nuts have a tiny conical seat angled surface, at the very end, for use with the steelie donut spare, which is similarly pressed to a standard steelie wheel, just narrower, to fit under the trunk floor.

But I doubt the large diameter SVX stock lugs would fit into the lug wells of other aluminum wheels, and even if they did, I would not trust the tiny conical seats to hold the thinnest point of the conical seats in the wheel. The aluminum of the lug seat area could fail under the pressure being concentrated on a small, thin area.

A much wider cone seat, (on a narrower overall diameter lug nut, without the SVX's captive washer), standard conical seat lug nut spreads the clamping pressure to a larger area of the wheel's lug seat than just the small conical end of the SVX lug nuts, as the conical lug nuts contact more of the seat surface, including the outer part, which is a thicker part of the wheel hub pad, and stronger.

The SVX's lug nuts have a very long engagement length inside, due to the sleeve design and the lug nut acting as a sleeve holds the wheels in terms of rotational force, and add strength against shearing the wheel studs, but the wide washers are where the clamping forces are applied to the OE aluminum wheel, to hold it against the hub face. Two different forces on two different surfaces. Not many wheels and lug systems share that design, and it makes SVX lug nuts hard to find.

(BTW, I still have yet to receive a set that were supposed to be with my second set of wheels... reminds me to contact that person again, but thanks to Ray in SLC, I have 22 of them for my car. A spare is a good thing, since they aren't in stock at the local auto-parts store.)

A conical seat lug arrangement is an angle that splits both rotational stability and wheel centering, as well as wheel clamping forces laterally onto the hub face, on the same surface of contact between the lug nut and wheel.

Most wheels use the conical seat, and most auto parts stores stock conical seat lug nuts that will fit. It is much more standard than SVX's almost-over-engineered system. If it were truly over-engineered, there would be six lugs per wheel, or something... and then this would be a moot thread, as very few other wheels would fit. :D

But thankfully that is not the case, and luckily 5x114 pattern wheels are easier to find than other Subies, with 5x100, and more offset required than most Audi/VW 5x100 wheels allow.

[SoCal LS-L]

Excellent, thank you very much for the info guys, it will be indispensable while im trolling thru the snow covered junk yard for something.

I actually hit a ford taurus on the side 2 days ago in the morning, pretty hard too, at a 45 degree angle on my left side. The guy kept going, he apparently didnt feel it somehow or didnt want the cops attention or have insurance or whatever. Fearing the worst, I pulled into 7-11 and checked over my front left side for the substantial damage I MUST have incurred, but to my amazement there was a small scuff of his paint and the bumper was pushed in ever so slightly as to be unnoticeable!!

Lucky break, but its time for snow tires, especially as my commute to work takes me over 9000 foot high Mount Rose and 30 miles of windy snow-covered mountain 2-lane.

[RojoRocket]

...
Lucky break, but its time for snow tires, especially as my commute to work takes me over 9000 foot high Mount Rose and 30 miles of windy snow-covered mountain 2-lane.

You must be having major fun with the latest un-Tahoe-Reno cold one!!! If you ski or board you're driving by some mighty fine stuff!! Wait til the skies clear!! :cool:

Glenn

[SoCal LS-L]

Yeah then I get to be stuck behind all the moronic snowboarding clowns who can ski in the snow but cant seem to drive in it..... alllll the way up mount rose highway lol

This happens every winter after each storm..... and for the life of me I cant figure out why they wont pay to widen the highway up there..... nobody going 15mph all the way up seems to know what the turnouts are for.....

Ok, rant complete... I needed to get that out :lol:

[RoughSilver92]

Anybody running these altima/maxima wheels?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ORIGINAL-OEM-Factory-Nissan-MAXIMA-18-Wheel-Rim-62511_W0QQitemZ200344404079QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMoto rs_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2ea575006f

18x8 50mm offset 5x114.3

If so please post pics.
I like the looks of the wheel by itself but I wonder if it would look out of place on the SVX. They remind me a little of the rota torque or the work emotions, which are great looking wheels but don't quite do it for me on the SVX.

[BoxerFanatic]

I've thought about those more than once.

Nissan and Mazda wheels seem to fit SVX pretty readily.

I wish some of these slick wheel designs, other OEM, and aftermarket, were more readily available in 17" diameters, especially 7.5 or 8 inch widths.

I wonder about 18" wheels affecting SVX's sublime ride quality. I have 18"s and lowering springs on my Legacy... and they have (springs mostly) shagged out the dampers, and the car rides poorly.

Maybe 17" wheels and 50 series tires would be a bit more gentle than 18" wheels and 45 series tires... even though the 18" wheels look good on the SVX.

[Joel]

Hey guys,

About 99% sure these wheels and tires will work, but I want to be 100% before I invest. Looking to pick up a set of 07 Impreza STI Limited wheels. My understanding is the specs are:

Wheels (17x8jj), 5 lug, 5x114.3, believe they are offset 53mm
Tires 225/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE070 Summer/Directional


Just want to be sure they'll fit, no clearance or rubbing issues. Thanks

[Crazy_pilot]

They will work fine. I have the standard STi BBS rims on mine, which are the same specs. I'm running a wider tire, so if I have no problems you'll be golden.

In terms of rubbing...The SVX has massively deep wheel wells, and is designed to run very high offset wheels, so I'm confident that it can tolerate a much wider range of wheel widths and offsets than are used by almost everyone.

[Joel]

:lol:Thanks Chris! How much wider a tire would you go from 225/45R17? I picked up the wheels this morning, they are pretty sweet. Taken off brand new in 07 from the STI, they have a little brake dust that needs to be cleaned up, but aside from that, they are like new. $500, I could not believe it!

Joel

[aust92pearl]

:lol:Thanks Chris! How much wider a tire would you go from 225/45R17? I picked up the wheels this morning, they are pretty sweet. Taken off brand new in 07 from the STI, they have a little brake dust that needs to be cleaned up, but aside from that, they are like new. $500, I could not believe it!

Joel

:pics::pics::pics: lol

[Crazy_pilot]

I run 245/40/17's on my BBS wheels. There is a slight bulge, not really noticeable, but enough to protect the wheel from any light curb rubs. It's saved me a couple times at highway toll booths.

[Joel]

Here are some pics and here is the story. I have debated since getting my SVX about a year ago what to do tire/wheel wise. I had it repainted right after I got it, being in New Jersey all it's life, the exterior had really taken a beating, even with only 76,000 miles. I looked at aftermarket stuff, but I always seem to prefer stock stuff. Just weird like that I guess. :) I finally decided to either yank the original wheels which are peeling badly and have them restored, or go with the BBS gold or silver. These are pretty close in design, made by Enkei. I think there were only about 800 Limited STI's made in 2007 I think, so there are not alot of these around. The guy I bought them from bought them from a guy in New York who pulled them off almost brand new in 2007 to put the BBS wheels on his Limited. The guy I bought them from had a regular STI and planned to black chrome these. But, two weeks after he got them in 07, his wife decided she wanted a divorce, which lead to the STI being sold within a year. They sat in his garage until today, he paid $800 for them back them, this was a steal at $500. They have a very little brake dust on them, but beyond that, they are perfect. So, I now will have my original wheels with a set of Michelin Pilot A/S on them which will be just taking up space. I just had the car Pennsylvania state inspected, the tires are 7/32, according to Tire Rack, they are 10/32 new, so I'd say about 75% tread left. They came on the car, no damage of any kind that I can tell, holes plugged, cracking of sidewalls, etc. The tires go for about $150 a piece new, I'd like to get $300 for the tires, or $500 + shipping for the tires/wheels if anyone is interested. The wheels would make a good set as is for the winter. I can post photos if anyone is interested.:D

[Joel]

Hi all! Here are my new wheels mounted.

Joel

[svxistentialist]

That looks totally cool, sir.

Those wheels are a very good style for the SVX.

Well done!

Joe :)

[icingdeath88]

Nice, there's a blue svx that I've seen driving around Tampa with some rims that look very similar to those. Very good match, esp on the blue for some reason.

[92 SVX]

motegi 17x7 +42 offset with 245/45/17 Blizzak tires, only for the winter, they do rub on hard bumps and if there is alot of weight in the trunk, but only on the passenger side. I believe the strut may be failing on that side.
http://localserver.no-ip.biz/Public/020100_1403[00].jpg

[SilverSpear]

What do you guys think of that rim on the SVX?

HERE (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OEM-Factory-Infiniti-FX35-FX45-Q45-18-Wheel-Rim-73677_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem27ae570bfbQQitemZ 170428664827QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAc cessories)

This is somehow appealing, but I would definitely get something with a lip instead.

[RojoRocket]

What do you guys think of that rim on the SVX?

HERE (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OEM-Factory-Infiniti-FX35-FX45-Q45-18-Wheel-Rim-73677_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem27ae570bfbQQitemZ 170428664827QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAc cessories)

This is somehow appealing, but I would definitely get something with a lip instead.

:barf: I agree with the lip comment. :cool:

Glenn

[Blacky]

I just bought a set of OEM Eagle Talon rims ($100.00) for the new Claret's snow tires (Yokahama W-Drive 205/55/16).
They are 16x6 with a 46mm offset. They just clear the front calipers by a millibleem. They are also heavy at 23lbs. each.

[svxistentialist]

That's interesting you mention heavy Blacky.

I was about to suggest to Danny that taking rims from another vehicle might be a problem if the vehicle is a 2 plus tonnes behemoth. Or am I mistaking what a QX 45 is?

In my experience these large jeep like vehicles tend to have agricultural size wheels that are way too heavy for smaller lighter vehicles.

My rule of thumb for changing wheel size is to ensure that the new tyre/wheel combo is the same weight as or if possible lighter than the factory set up. The original spring damper rates are set up to cope with controlling the movement of that weight wheel. If you go up in weight without changing the spring/damper equation, then the new wheels will be too heavy for effective control.

Braking and handling will be adversely affected.

If you can't ensure the same weight or lighter, then don't change just for the style, you will affect the car's driving ability.

Joe :p

[SilverSpear]

Joe,

I have chosen the 18" rim of the QX rather than the 20" one. Assuming that 18" is of similar weight as the Murano's, don't you think it forms a good candidate for the SVX?

[svxistentialist]

Joe,

I have chosen the 18" rim of the QX rather than the 20" one. Assuming that 18" is of similar weight as the Murano's, don't you think it forms a good candidate for the SVX?

If I'm not mistaken Danny the 18" Murano wheel/tyre combination is a good percentage heavier than the stock 16" SVX combo.

What I'm getting at here, using wheels from a larger vehicle it's almost guaranteed the combination will be heavier than the stock SVX with corresponding reduced performance potential because the spring damper rates are not able for the heavier wheel.

You can bet that the Murano or QX suspensions are set up to cope with the heaviest wheel type offered as option. This could even be a steel wheel and hubcap for some chassis, depending the use the vehicle gets put to. If they then decide to offer what are called light alloy wheels, or 20" bling rims for the boulevard, in theory these will be lighter than the standard fitment within the suspension setup and the braking and handling will thus improve on those wagons so fitted.

So the answer to your question is, if the 18" Murano or QX combo is lighter than or the same weight as the standard 16" SVX wheel, it will work fine. If as I suspect they are heavier by 2-4 lbs per corner, you will be disimproving braking and handling.

Joe

:)

[SilverSpear]

Joe, I completely agree with you, I know that the Murano and FX wheels are heavier than the SVX's 16. And I completely agree that braking efficiency becomes lower with a heavier rim. I was just pointing out that the looks of the FX 18" might be better than that of the Murano's assuming they have both the same weight (FX and Murano).

Anyways, to my taste again I say that a rim with lip will look awesome on any car, especially the SVX. Check the difference between the 350z with OEM Track rims and a very similar rim with Angelina Jolie lip. :D

OEM Track 350z
http://grassrootsmotorsports.com/media/img/readerrides/DSCF0009.JPG

AKITAA Rim
http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/6730/modifiedtrackrim.png

Please note, that the AKITAA rim lip is the maximum I would see as reasonable to install on a car. Beyond that it becomes Botox lip :barf:

[svxistentialist]

Danny, we are in agreement here for once. I'm a big fan of all kinds of lips, and from a styling standpoint for me anyway a car looks "faster" with rims that have a lip.

But just to expand on my reservations about changing rims for looks reasons alone I'll add this:

our SVXes have an unusual offset and a not too common lug pattern so the difficulty for those that want a change of appearance is in finding anything aftermarket that will actually fit and work.

If you pick a rim of the correct configuration already in use then you have a reasonable possibility of getting a decent wheel that will fit without fouling.

If this rim that is already in use comes from a huge wagon or off-road vehicle, I contend it is unlikely this rim will be lighter than or as light as the standard SVX wheel. It will have been designed for durability rather than racing.

If however this rim is already in use on a sportscar, the Mazda RX7 and RX8 come to mind, then in this instance the wheel will/may be designed to keep unsprung weight low, and may prove to be lighter than the SVX rim even though bigger diameter.

That's my case, pure and simple. Restrict your choice of style to wheels that come from sports cars, and leave the wagons to the pinstripe wellie brigade.

Joe :p

[SilverSpear]

Cool Joe, point well made. To open up more possibilities, the 350z/G35 rims do fit on the SVX. At least one SVX member (cannot remember who) fitted 17" 350z rims on car. The track rims I showed you pics above, are 18" and forged/lightweight.

And Joe, I have always agreed with you on car related modifications, until you decided to abruptly disagree with me on... everything :eek: :p :p

[92 SVX]

Danny, we are in agreement here for once. I'm a big fan of all kinds of lips, and from a styling standpoint for me anyway a car looks "faster" with rims that have a lip.

But just to expand on my reservations about changing rims for looks reasons alone I'll add this:

our SVXes have an unusual offset and a not too common lug pattern so the difficulty for those that want a change of appearance is in finding anything aftermarket that will actually fit and work.

If you pick a rim of the correct configuration already in use then you have a reasonable possibility of getting a decent wheel that will fit without fouling.

If this rim that is already in use comes from a huge wagon or off-road vehicle, I contend it is unlikely this rim will be lighter than or as light as the standard SVX wheel. It will have been designed for durability rather than racing.

If however this rim is already in use on a sportscar, the Mazda RX7 and RX8 come to mind, then in this instance the wheel will/may be designed to keep unsprung weight low, and may prove to be lighter than the SVX rim even though bigger diameter.

That's my case, pure and simple. Restrict your choice of style to wheels that come from sports cars, and leave the wagons to the pinstripe wellie brigade.

Joe :p
I know the offset is higher then most cars I have seen, but the lug pattern seems to be very common. 5 x 114.3.

[SilverSpear]

I wanted to share this a long time ago. Here is something interesting about wheel weights. Shame the bolt pattern is not listed (it is also not complete)

[svxistentialist]

I wanted to share this a long time ago. Here is something interesting about wheel weights. Shame the bolt pattern is not listed (it is also not complete)

Great lists Danny. Thanks.

Subaru Legacy Spec B '06, 18 lbs. The search is over. :D

And I don't disagree with you on everything Dan. Just noses and bodywork.

Joe ;)

[svxistentialist]

I know the offset is higher then most cars I have seen, but the lug pattern seems to be very common. 5 x 114.3.

I would not disagree with that. The offset is what makes our cars stand out. Or the wheels stand in. :rolleyes:

5x114.3 is not too uncommon as you say, but over here the aftermarket wheel industry is geared for tarting up smaller cars, so the replacement wheel industry commonly carriers lug patterns to suit Toyota Starlets and Peugeot 206s and all sorts of rubbish.

This can mean with a 5 stud wheel that the only way you can get it is with dual lug pattern, 10 holes, so it suits more vehicles. On principle alone I would not fit such a wheel to my car. It looks naff. It looks aftermarket. Not for me thank you.


:)

[SilverSpear]

Great lists Danny. Thanks.

Subaru Legacy Spec B '06, 18 lbs. The search is over. :D

And I don't disagree with you on everything Dan. Just noses and bodywork.

Joe ;)

Wish the Legacy Spec B rim was a little wider. But 7 is too thin.

I am looking for something between 8.5 and 9 following the offset. What is good in my book in terms of weight, looks and dimensions are:

1- Volk RE30 Forged (18x8.5) 17.0 lbs
2- OZ Forgiata Forged (18x8.5) 16.5 lbs
3- BBS RE-Mg Forged Mg (18x8.5) 15.4 lbs

Of course there are other models which are also sweet in design, but I have chosen the lightest there is (the Volk is 3lbs lighter than the OEM Mazda RX8 rim). But do not ask about prices :D

I am druiling (a new word Joe, with ui instead :p) over the Volk RE30. Wish someone can photoshop it on MY SVX.

Here is the rest of the list, with PICTURES (http://www.carrito.net/board/showthread.php?201194-Official-lightweight-wheel-thread!)

[svxistentialist]

Druiling, eh?

You been reading some of my sarcastic posts Danny? ;) :p

I can't agree with your Volk choice for reason stated above, it has 10 stud holes. If you are going to spend a small fortune upgrading a car please don't put wheels on it that look like they came from the local tuning shop or off another car.

The SVX deserves wheels that look like they were designed for the SVX, not for the SVX and A N Other. :barf:

The other two I like a lot, they would be very good.

My choices from the pictures [thanks again for the link BTW] would be:

Advan Racing RS Cast18x9 @17.7 lbs
Dymag Mg/CF 18x9 @14 lbs
Fikse FM10 18x8.5 @18 lbs
RS Watanabe Cyclone Forged Mg 18x9 @16.1 lbs
Volk TE 37 Forged Mg 18x8.5 @16.1 lbs.

What have all these got in common, aside from being sorta light?


5 holes.

Joe ;)

[SilverSpear]

My choices from the pictures [thanks again for the link BTW] would be:

Advan Racing RS Cast18x9 @17.7 lbs
Dymag Mg/CF 18x9 @14 lbs
Fikse FM10 18x8.5 @18 lbs
RS Watanabe Cyclone Forged Mg 18x9 @16.1 lbs
Volk TE 37 Forged Mg 18x8.5 @16.1 lbs.

What have all these got in common, aside from being sorta light?


5 holes.

Joe ;)

Joe, nice choices, but what do you mean by 5 holes? is it the bolt holes? Because if you are talking about the holes within the bars of the rims, then I think you got yourself mixed up a little bit. Especially the first two rims. The description is always for the rim below.

I love Advan a lot, but they cost around $5k this is why I didn't chose them. The others except Volk, are rare rims, just in case I damage one, I will have a hard time finding a replacement.

Volk, OZ and BBS are common, and can be bought USED at a somehow reasonable price.

Please can you explain what do you mean by 5holes? because the first two have at least 8 rim holes in them.

Dan

[svxistentialist]

Joe, nice choices, but what do you mean by 5 holes? is it the bolt holes? Because if you are talking about the holes within the bars of the rims, then I think you got yourself mixed up a little bit. Especially the first two rims. The description is always for the rim below.

I love Advan a lot, but they cost around $5k this is why I didn't chose them. The others except Volk, are rare rims, just in case I damage one, I will have a hard time finding a replacement.

Volk, OZ and BBS are common, and can be bought USED at a somehow reasonable price.

Please can you explain what do you mean by 5holes? because the first two have at least 8 rim holes in them.

Dan

It's just me being snobby Danny. :)

When I say 5 holes I mean the 5 stud holes or bolt holes.

If you compare your RE 30 rim with the TE 37 rim I selected, you will see that in the TE series there are only five holes at 114.3 centres for bolting the wheels to the hub.

In the case of the RE rim it has 10 holes. 5 of them are at 114.3 centres, and I would guess that the other 5 are possibly at 5 x 100 or some other fitment.

The RE 30 wheel looks absolutely beautiful, but I would not use it because it is dual fitment.

Snobby, like it told you. :p

Joe

[SilverSpear]

Oh ok, gotcha!

But I still need someone to photoshop all these rims on my own SVX, you know... I have a bodykit and without the right wheel, the car would like as ugly as it looks now :p (see I always agree with you :p)

Hmmm... Farang! :D

[lhopp77]

It's just me being snobby Danny. :)

When I say 5 holes I mean the 5 stud holes or bolt holes.

If you compare your RE 30 rim with the TE 37 rim I selected, you will see that in the TE series there are only five holes at 114.3 centres for bolting the wheels to the hub.

In the case of the RE rim it has 10 holes. 5 of them are at 114.3 centres, and I would guess that the other 5 are possibly at 5 x 100 or some other fitment.

The RE 30 wheel looks absolutely beautiful, but I would not use it because it is dual fitment.

Snobby, like it told you. :p

Joe

I fully agree. Only 5 hole wheels for a beautiful car. :)

Lee

[92 SVX]

The picture I have with my SVX uses the dual bolt pattern, though it looks fine I agree with you I like just one fitting bolt pattern, I have another set of wheels on another car that would fit and look very good I think.

http://localserver.no-ip.biz/Public/Grand%20Am%20Oct%2009%20%282%29.JPG

[svxistentialist]

I fully agree. Only 5 hole wheels for a beautiful car. :)

Lee

I'm pleased [but not surprised] you do Lee. :)

There is probably a fine line between being snobbish and being particular here. I do think though that anyone who regards the SVX as best of breed will not be happy putting less than ideal aftermarket kit on it.

Subaru did not stinge on equipment for it even though they lost money on every one they sold. So why should we?
:)

[Farang]

One man asked me to try on various wheels to SVX. I hope that pictures was received him in the private message.:) And I think He will not against to show result here. As I did not use the photos of his car in these pictures.

http://s41.radikal.ru/i092/1002/e8/540dac2de319.jpg
http://s45.radikal.ru/i108/1002/99/d611d28e8ef5.jpg
http://s51.radikal.ru/i134/1002/f7/024353d8671a.jpg

[SilverSpear]

One man asked me to try on various wheels to SVX. I hope that pictures was received him in the private message.:) And I think He will not against to show result here. As I did not use the photos of his car in these pictures.

http://s41.radikal.ru/i092/1002/e8/540dac2de319.jpg


All of them are sweet looking man. The rims in the first picture need to be a little bigger (diameter similar to the other two) and in silver not gold.

[Farang]

All of them are sweet looking man. The rims in the first picture need to be a little bigger (diameter similar to the other two) and in silver not gold.

http://s42.radikal.ru/i098/1002/97/b67528327c2b.jpg

[SilverSpear]

http://s42.radikal.ru/i098/1002/97/b67528327c2b.jpg

Hmmm... I like what I see :cool:

Thanks Farang!

[SilverSpear]

Guys, aside from the 10 holes look, what do you think about that rim? It is somehow weird in its design, agressive and appealing...

It is around 19~20lbs for 18x8.5.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v225/jj33low/2-6.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v225/jj33low/Img_1514.jpg

[92 SVX]

I agree, its appealing in a way.

[92 SVX]

Here is another I like, very light weight 17pounds it has a lip its 48 offset 18x7.5

http://www.good-win-racing.com/mazda/miata/60-1147.html

http://www.good-win-racing.com/miata/images/items/RPF1sbc.jpg

[SilverSpear]

That is a nice option also, I have photoshopped it on the SVX, or at least something close to it... but the one I chose above has someting retro with a contemporary twist forming in my opinion, a "Turbo" upgrade to the SVX's 90's era. :rolleyes:

[NeedForSpeed]

That is a nice option also, I have photoshopped it on the SVX, or at least something close to it... but the one I chose above has someting retro with a contemporary twist forming in my opinion, a "Turbo" upgrade to the SVX's 90's era. :rolleyes:

Danny, I know exactly what wheels you are talking about,
I have a couple of sets, one set refinished and on the way now from PHENIX WHEELS :)

This is post 1000, not that many compared to some, I never thought that I would have that much to say :eek:

[svxistentialist]

Danny, I know exactly what wheels you are talking about,
I have a couple of sets, one set refinished and on the way now from PHENIX WHEELS :)

This is post 1000, not that many compared to some, I never thought that I would have that much to say :eek:


I'm glad you are coming out of your box, Ron.

:rolleyes:

:D

[SilverSpear]

Danny, I know exactly what wheels you are talking about,
I have a couple of sets, one set refinished and on the way now from PHENIX WHEELS :)

This is post 1000, not that many compared to some, I never thought that I would have that much to say :eek:

Happy 1000 Ron :D, and PLEASE! Do post pics of these wheels on the SVX when you get them.

I'm glad you are coming out of your box, Ron.

:rolleyes:

:D

Hmmm.... I was expecting your precious feedback Joe :p, oh well... :rolleyes:

[svxistentialist]

Do you mean on the wheels Danny?

I don't mean to sound like a cracked record, but I've already noted that I shy away from wheels that have double fitment because they look aftermarket.

That said, these wheels shown on the Impreza look very impressive. I like them. It looks like from the factory they filled up the second set of holes. They are very attractive rims.

Joe

[SilverSpear]

Do you mean on the wheels Danny?

I don't mean to sound like a cracked record, but I've already noted that I shy away from wheels that have double fitment because they look aftermarket.

That said, these wheels shown on the Impreza look very impressive. I like them. It looks like from the factory they filled up the second set of holes. They are very attractive rims.

Joe

Concerning the dual holes, you are completely right Joe. For the Volk RE30 rims that I previously showed interest for, I had in mind filling their counter holes with bits attached to a very thin spacer bracket... but the wheels' cost is illogical to me ($2000 used, $3500 new :eek:).

These Enkei's are 2 lbs heavier than the Volks and cost 1/3 less. I can live with +2lbs heavier than the Volks and -1lb lighter than our OEM 16" ;). I can also live with the design of the holes, it has only 5 holes and not 10 but they are designed to be drilled according to your specs. I think they are custom ordered at a cheaper price than the competition.

I love their design, I think I am going that route. The offset is still something I need to think about :rolleyes:, you know what I am mean ;)

[Pegdrgr]

Rota G Force 17" wheels

Before
http://www.pdxtuning.com/images/SVX/DSC_4316.JPG

After
http://www.pdxtuning.com/images/SVX/DSC_4317.JPG

[zagato]

I would like to mount 17inch wheels of the 993 Turbo, but can someone Photoshop them to look how the would look like on a black SVX.

The 993 Turbo design looks a lot like the original SVX. However they are 18 inch. Aftermarket manufacturers supplied 7,5J x 17 inch in the exact same design. Together with special spacers that go from 5 x 114,3 to 5 x 130 they would fit......

Can someone help with Photoshop????

[newsvx]

It has been some time since I checked out this thread on rims. Just read through all the posts.... and I noticed there has been no mention of a couple of things re changing rims:

1. wheel centric rings - to keep the rim perfectly centered on the hub. Most aftermarket rims require them (the hole for the hub is larger than stock rims), and if one does not "center" the rim on the hub, the wheel/tire will likely be out of balance.
2. risk of bending a rim on a pothole. Most aftermarket rims are not as strong as stock (Subaru or other make) rims. Bend a rim, and again a problem with rim/tire balance on the car.

Any thoughts on this from any of you? I have had two sets of aftermarket rims and have had balance issues with both.

Harry

[tiv0]

1. wheel centric rings - to keep the rim perfectly centered on the hub. Most aftermarket rims require them (the hole for the hub is larger than stock rims), and if one does not "center" the rim on the hub, the wheel/tire will likely be out of balance.
2. risk of bending a rim on a pothole. Most aftermarket rims are not as strong as stock (Subaru or other make) rims. Bend a rim, and again a problem with rim/tire balance on the car.

Any thoughts on this from any of you? I have had two sets of aftermarket rims and have had balance issues with both.

Harry

Bent one of my mustang gt rims on a pothole :(
not exactly an "aftermarket wheel" as it was the stock rim for the '05 gt.
I also never used any hubcentric rings; just never got around to it, im beating myself up for it now.

....regretting it all now, as I'm stuck with the stock wheels again.

[BoxerFanatic]

Bent one of my mustang gt rims on a pothole :(
not exactly an "aftermarket wheel" as it was the stock rim for the '05 gt.
I also never used any hubcentric rings; just never got around to it, im beating myself up for it now.

....regretting it all now, as I'm stuck with the stock wheels again.

I'm glad you have all four of them, then. :D

Mustang wheels are cheap due to being plentiful, though... another shouldn't be too hard to find. Even cheap replica mustang wheels are around.

The upcoming '11 Mustang V6 has some nice thin-spoke wheels, if you don't mind chrome. Chrome on Silver doesn't look too bad at all... I can't remember if they are 17 or 18, though.

I hate potholes, too. The miata has had a smashed wheel on a chunk of ice-covered asphalt, and I am always leary of potholes, as well.

I have been thinking about some Konig Swurve wheels for mine, especially after Porsche did a similar wheel design for their 918 Spyder concept car. But that is a long way down the road.

[lhopp77]

Mustang wheels are cheap due to being plentiful, though... another shouldn't be too hard to find. Even cheap replica mustang wheels are around.


Would be willing to bet that they can be found on Ebay in singles or sets for reasonable prices.

Lee

[Crazy_pilot]

Any thoughts on this from any of you? I have had two sets of aftermarket rims and have had balance issues with both.

Harry

What sort of rims? In my experience heavy cars and the cheaper rims do not mix well. The shop I used to work for sells Fast rims, which are the usual economy type deal. On a Civic or Corolla they work fine. However, we put a set on an Audi wagon and another on a Pontiac G8. Both had balance issues that we weren't able to solve until they went to a different, higher quality wheel.

As for strength, again it's a matter of the wheel manufacturer's quality. Cast wheels can't take abuse. A pothole will easily pound a flat spot into the wheel lip. The high end, $800+ each forged wheels are a different matter. For example:

-An S2000 spun out on the auto-x course and slid side-on into a concrete lamp post, hitting the back of the left front wheel. He was running Volk rims. The rim lip was badly scratched and had some material removed (Looked like really bad curb rash), but wasn't deformed. He shattered both control arms and the post crushed his brand new fender. Other than cosmetic damage, the rim was fine.

-My friend has a 240SX with Works VS-XX rims. He slid it into a curb this fall. The control arm was bent into an S shape, the tension rod was snapped in half, and the tie rod was bent 90*. The rim lip has minor deformation and bad curb rash, which we mostly fixed with a 2x4 and 10 lb sledge.

I've also hit potholes with my BBS rims that I know would damage a cheap wheel. Mine are still perfectly round.

[tiv0]

I'm glad you have all four of them, then. :D

Yes, thanks again for that :)


Mustang wheels are cheap due to being plentiful, though... another shouldn't be too hard to find. Even cheap replica mustang wheels are around.


I figure I'll take a look around a few junkyards to see if I have any luck, otherwise I'm sure it won't be too hard to find a single rim elsewhere.


I hate potholes, too. The miata has had a smashed wheel on a chunk of ice-covered asphalt, and I am always leary of potholes, as well.


I can imagine it would be pretty painful to hit a pothole in a miata...

[newsvx]

What sort of rims? In my experience heavy cars and the cheaper rims do not mix well.


The wheels were Fitapaulde (sic) and Racing. The first, a VERY good and expansive wheel. The second, probably a cheap one.

I certainly hear (and support) what you are saying Chris. One gets what one pays for!! The really good (and expensive) wheels are usually as good if not better than the OEM rims. Not so for the cheap ones. I just wanted to throw those issues out there for people to consider - especially the hub centric rings, which are a MUST in my opinion for aftermarket rims) when thinking about going with a different whell than stock ....

Harry