BombHood Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 It's my first time buying rims and I'm digging the Konig k-tunes alot. My question is, do I have to change the tires or is it just highly recommended. Depending on that answer, what size should I be looking to buy for both the wheel and the rims. I have an 05 Legacy GT Limited. This is a newbie here so please bare with my lack of knowledge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Legacy_2.5lGT Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 im kinda new so dont just run with my so called knowledge but check the rim dimensions like the width and things that would be in the description and c if it matches the stock rims. even if there is a little difference it might make just a nuff of a change and mess up ur ride. I would go ahead and get a wheel and tire package. but if ur trying 2 save money make sure the rims have tha same dimensions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyGTBiggie Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 biggest things to look for. IMO Botl pattern. They have to fit a 5x100 bolt pattern. Rim size(17/18) I dont know how big you can go on a LGT. But i know ive seen 18s Width(7-8 inches should be safe0) Most important after those it offest. Thats where the wheel sits in relation to the hub. (IE how farin or out from the wheel well itll sit. A nice low offset will push em out to the corners. Nice stance but you run a risk of rubbing on your fenders. Id suggest a search. Find out the stock offset. And as long as you are close to that. And stay normal sized(17x8inch or so) you should be fine. I am sure a more intelligent person will chime in But thats my .02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.T.Subie Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 http://www.edinformatics.com/inventions_inventors/Kool-AidMan.jpg Denial is your best friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ssej Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 Here is a good thread talking about tires and wheels for the Legacy. That would be a great place to start. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4426 To paraphrase it, your stock LGT comes with wheels that are 17" in diameter, 7" wide. If those Konig's are 17x7, then you can use your stock tires. But if they are 17x7.5, or 18x7.5, 18x8, etc. you will most likely need new tires too. I would get new tires with new rims anyway, but that's just how I roll. http://gifmania.sg/cars/steering-wheel/motorcycle-motion3-b.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BombHood Posted June 23, 2008 Author Share Posted June 23, 2008 Thanks for all your help guys! Still searching based on your suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Legacy_2.5lGT Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 no problemo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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