GP2 with no regrets :-)
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Stu, those NM wheels look great! Did you need spacers to clear the brakes?
I have a set of GP1 wheels that don't clear the brakes on my GP2. Since you have both, I'm hoping you can tell what size spacer would be needed to help them clear. What do you think?
I have a set of GP1 wheels that don't clear the brakes on my GP2. Since you have both, I'm hoping you can tell what size spacer would be needed to help them clear. What do you think?
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I have not tried to fit the '06 wheels on the '13. I do know that my R113 18" JCW wheels would have required 12-16mm (1/2" +-) spacers for them to fit the '13 GP and I think the 06 GP wheels have even more of an offset. I couldn’t justify the money to buy the proper hub centric spacers and all the studs and bolts needed to try them. I ended up selling the R113s to my brother and that’s why I went with the nm Eng wheels as they fit perfect and clear with no rubbing or issues.
Hope this helps.
stu
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GP1 wheels on a GP2
Johnna,
I have not tried to fit the '06 wheels on the '13. I do know that my R113 18" JCW wheels would have required 12-16mm (1/2" +-) spacers for them to fit the '13 GP and I think the 06 GP wheels have even more of an offset. I couldn’t justify the money to buy the proper hub centric spacers and all the studs and bolts needed to try them. I ended up selling the R113s to my brother and that’s why I went with the nm Eng wheels as they fit perfect and clear with no rubbing or issues.
Hope this helps.
stu
I have not tried to fit the '06 wheels on the '13. I do know that my R113 18" JCW wheels would have required 12-16mm (1/2" +-) spacers for them to fit the '13 GP and I think the 06 GP wheels have even more of an offset. I couldn’t justify the money to buy the proper hub centric spacers and all the studs and bolts needed to try them. I ended up selling the R113s to my brother and that’s why I went with the nm Eng wheels as they fit perfect and clear with no rubbing or issues.
Hope this helps.
stu
The odd thing is that I didn't add TPMS valves to the GP1 wheels and I'm not getting the flat tire warning light on the dash. ........ oops, I spoke too soon. About 20 miles into driving without TPMS valve stems, the dash lights came to life.
We've had tons of rain here for the last few days so I haven't been able to get a picture of the whole car with the GP1 wheels. I'll post one as soon as I can.
Last edited by Johnna; Sep 11, 2013 at 08:49 PM. Reason: dash light update. Added picture
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I just installed a set if 16mm hub centric spacers from www.Outmotoring.com and they work perfectly. They came complete with longer lug bolts so I didn't need to worry about that. 15mm might work but I wouldn't go with anything thinner.
The odd thing is that I didn't add TPMS valves to the GP1 wheels and I'm not getting the flat tire warning light on the dash.
The odd thing is that I didn't add TPMS valves to the GP1 wheels and I'm not getting the flat tire warning light on the dash.
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OMG, that looks fricking awesome dude. I need to get that extra set I have mounted with some tires.... I love it... thanks so much for posting....
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I'm glad you like the look! It drives very nicely. No rubbing or odd steering quirks. Repost? Be my guest.
Extra info: the GP1 wheels came with run flat Dunlop SP Sport 01 DSST tires size 205/40/R18. I'd like to get something in a 215 width when they wear out. Hope the wider tires don't rub!
Extra info: the GP1 wheels came with run flat Dunlop SP Sport 01 DSST tires size 205/40/R18. I'd like to get something in a 215 width when they wear out. Hope the wider tires don't rub!
Last edited by Johnna; Sep 13, 2013 at 05:41 AM. Reason: Added tire info
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