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Old 11-04-2005, 07:36 AM
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ultralite wheels (13x8)?

Will this fit on a 2000 sportpackage mini with factory flares without rubbing?

I believe the existing sport wheels from factory are 13x6 or 13x7?

Where can I purchase this in the states and what tire sizes would you guys recommend? Thank you!
 
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Old 11-04-2005, 05:14 PM
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Before you buy the rims, make sure you can get tires to fit. There are fewer & fewer manufacturers of 13" tires anymore. About the last (and a good one) is Sumitomo. But an 8" rim amy be too much for their 175-45/13s. Wider may only be available in race tires.

Also, clearance will depend on what the offset is on the 13x8's.

For rims look for Superlites or Ultralites. http://www.superlite-wheels.com/wheelpage.asp?cat=1
 
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adjustements needed to fit them ?
 
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Old 12-29-2011, 08:08 AM
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I have 13x8 Minilites on mine. The tire size you will need is 195/45R13. The are on the expensive side. I know you can get them from www.gbcarparts.com. I had to cut out quite a bit out of the wheel arches including the A-panel to keep them from rubbing. But I also used hi-lo's and lowered the car a little bit.
 
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do you have any pictures ?
 
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You will also need lock stops for the steering with just about anything bigger then a 13x6. You lose a lot of turning ability.
 
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