Cooper (non S) Modifications specific to the MINI Cooper (R56).

Aftermarket Rims & Tires

Old Mar 14, 2014 | 10:37 AM
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Aftermarket Rims & Tires

I want to install 17x8 or 18x8, both with a 25mm offset, rims on my Justa, but I was also wondering what is the widest rim size I can go before my wheels start to rub on the fenders when I turn? I'm planning on getting 215/15/40 tires.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2014 | 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Synergize
I want to install 17x8 or 18x8, both with a 25mm offset, rims on my Justa, but I was also wondering what is the widest rim size I can go before my wheels start to rub on the fenders when I turn? I'm planning on getting 215/15/40 tires.
I assume you mean 215/17? You can certainly use a 7" or 7.5" with that size tire. You're really going to feel the extra rotational weight of a 17 or 18 so you may as well save some weight where you can with a slightly less wide wheel.
 
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Old Mar 14, 2014 | 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by chrispiascik

I assume you mean 215/17? You can certainly use a 7" or 7.5" with that size tire. You're really going to feel the extra rotational weight of a 17 or 18 so you may as well save some weight where you can with a slightly less wide wheel.
Yeah 215/17 I currently have 215/15/60 which threw me off. Well Ive seen CS's with an 18x5 and I figured and extra three inches wouldnt hurt too bad
 
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