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#1
09-09-2007, 06:55 PM
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Standard Rim Width
Does any one know what the standard rim width is I want to go to wider tyre such as 235 but not sure if they will fit.
Tony
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09-09-2007, 07:18 PM
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I have 245/45/16 on several sets of stock rims for years now. 
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#3
09-09-2007, 09:29 PM
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tony tony tony
subaru says 7 1/2 x 16
with a stadard tyre size of 225 50 16 so yes you should squeeze 245 s on there 
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#6
09-10-2007, 08:45 AM
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Because if that [narrowish] standard height and width tyre is rubbing, the only explanation for that would be the offset on the wheels you are using must be wrong or a little off standard. I have seen it posted that the RX7 rims are a substitute, I think this applies to RX7 rims after '92, the one designed in California. Maybe the offset is close but not exactly the same? Also, something to watch for is tyre profile. Some manufacturers tyres can be wider than others, even if exactly the same size such as 225x50xR16. Joe
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09-10-2007, 10:04 AM
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IIRC, stock offset is 55mm. The RX7 wheels are 48mm, which will work against me for 7mm. Tire Rack recommends 48mm wheels from their selection, as a benchmark.
My tires are 225/50/16, with a section width of 9.2". They're measured base on a 7" wheel. Tire Rack advises that for every 1/2 inch larger, you add 2/10". As the wheels are 8", that would be 4/10" whole, bringing my section to 9.6". Essentially, from the center of the wheel to the outer face of the tire, that's (9.6"/2)-48mm=2.9", or 74mm. Correct me if I'm wrong, and compare to what your car is wearing if you will?
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