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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 10:53 AM
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best offset/tire combo for 17x8

Hi,

i am looking for new rims for my R56. i am looking at a set of 17x8 Works wheels and 42 is the only offset available for the mini.

I am also looking to drop the car a little, will i have any issue?

what size of tires is recommended for this setup?
 
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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 11:07 AM
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i believe the hamann hm4 wheels specs are in the same ball park, same 17x8 and 4x offsets. with 215/40 tires they don't seem to be an issue on my buddy's r56. and he's on coils slamming it too.

what work wheels you going with?
 
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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 11:57 AM
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I want to go with these:

http://www.nyxracing.com/work-emotio...0-p-11205.html

my buddy said they are also doing a deal on a different forum.

my only concern is that they are cast alloy, risk of damage for such light rims.
 
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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 12:12 PM
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I have Compomotive 17x8 ET40 and run 215/45/17. Perfect.
 
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