15x8 and 15x9 wheels currently available?
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15x8 and 15x9 wheels currently available?
I'm having trouble finding any 15x8 or 15x9 wheels for the R53. The next batch of 6UL isn't due until March or April, but I can't wait that long. I prefer matching 15x9 front and 15x8 rear, but at this point even 15x8 all around could be ok. Tirerack has no suggestions.
Will these fit? http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda...t/61-1368.html
What other options are out there?
Will these fit? http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda...t/61-1368.html
What other options are out there?
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AlphaFox, I just mounted a set of the Traklite Burn wheels yesterday in 15x8 with 225 45 Rivals. I'm using 5mm spacers in back but could probably get away without them. The closest contact is a half inch away now. In front I am using 12mm spacers because I have them but don't think they are necessary either. Running stock suspension so no rubbing but I can see gap elimination in my future. I also wanted 6UL's but opted for these so I'd be on lighter/wider wheels when the season begins. The first T&T is in 3 weeks. BTW Good-Win Racing had them at my door in Hawaii in 3 days. Tire Rack had the Rivals here just as quick.
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AlphaFox, I just mounted a set of the Traklite Burn wheels yesterday in 15x8 with 225 45 Rivals. I'm using 5mm spacers in back but could probably get away without them. The closest contact is a half inch away now. In front I am using 12mm spacers because I have them but don't think they are necessary either. Running stock suspension so no rubbing but I can see gap elimination in my future. I also wanted 6UL's but opted for these so I'd be on lighter/wider wheels when the season begins. The first T&T is in 3 weeks. BTW Good-Win Racing had them at my door in Hawaii in 3 days. Tire Rack had the Rivals here just as quick.
What suspension mods do you think you will get later? What about front camber plates? I recommend fully adjustable front camber plates so you can max it out and match right to left settings.
Which T&T event are you referring to in Hawaii? I thought autocross in Hilo was the only driving event choice.
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Aloha MiniHune...I only put 300 miles a month on my car so most likely I will just leave the Rivals on permanently. I currently have the IE fixed camber plates installed on the car with stock springs and struts. I am undecided on springs and struts at the moment. I like coil overs but have had good luck with Eibach springs and Koni yellows in the past. One of the benefits of coil overs is that I can get them with adjustable camber. A new rear sway bar is due to arrive this week. The T&T in Hilo is one that we do with our annual meeting each year. We will hand out awards, announce the incoming board members, have a catered BBQ, and have a couple short tracks operating with helpers using pyrometers and such. It will be held January 26th and you're welcome to attend. Just go to motorsportreg and sign up.
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AlphaFox, I just mounted a set of the Traklite Burn wheels yesterday in 15x8 with 225 45 Rivals. I'm using 5mm spacers in back but could probably get away without them. The closest contact is a half inch away now. In front I am using 12mm spacers because I have them but don't think they are necessary either. Running stock suspension so no rubbing but I can see gap elimination in my future. I also wanted 6UL's but opted for these so I'd be on lighter/wider wheels when the season begins. The first T&T is in 3 weeks. BTW Good-Win Racing had them at my door in Hawaii in 3 days. Tire Rack had the Rivals here just as quick.
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AlphaFox, there is one in my sig pic and a few more in my gallery. You can see there is a little poke and a lot of gap. More gap than I had anticipated considering that there is only 1.5 inches difference in diameter from the 18's that were on there. I the gap looks bigger because the tire pokes where as the 215 35 18's on the R105 wheels were all tucked in.
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I'm having trouble finding any 15x8 or 15x9 wheels for the R53. The next batch of 6UL isn't due until March or April, but I can't wait that long. I prefer matching 15x9 front and 15x8 rear, but at this point even 15x8 all around could be ok. Tirerack has no suggestions.
Will these fit? http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda...t/61-1368.html
What other options are out there?
Will these fit? http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda...t/61-1368.html
What other options are out there?
They have C3M's 15X9 + 36 like the 6UL. A bit heavier but much cheaper.
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