fredrik94087 Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 Also keep in mind every tire has a different measured width relative to whatever it actually says in the numbers in the size. They can vary a lot. His tires being 205/50-17 might size and stretch differently than yours, if theyre not the same brand and model. http://www.preludepower.com/forums/showthread.php?t=351302 40 series not 50, but the falken 615k's run wide...I know. 205/40/17 on 8.25" wheel. And...another one. http://tyrestretch.com/8.25_205_40_R17/8.25_205_40_R17/ I'm sorry...that is the best I can do. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bpalumbo159 Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 Drift what does that mean. Ok but what I really would like to know is do you think my tires would fit on a rim 8.25 wide Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bpalumbo159 Posted June 11, 2014 Share Posted June 11, 2014 sorry didnt read the 1st page ill ask my questions in the fitment thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqcebtmu Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Fast Wheels Attack 18x9.0 +40 with Kumho 4x 235/40/18. Rolled rears. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/14/nyryzyzu.jpg http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/14/y6adu7yq.jpg http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/14/a5a3a3e8.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Those look really nice! GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqcebtmu Posted June 14, 2014 Share Posted June 14, 2014 Thanks! I took a gamble ordered them without actually seeing them in person and it turned out quite well. Really like the fitment. Except that they couldn't fit my Project Kics lug nuts which costed me $200..... They were advertised to fit aftermarket wheels so I'm a bit choked because of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azi Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 (edited) Avant Garde's M590 - gunmetal 19x9.5+38 Hankook V12 245/40/19 Rolled all 4 sides Edited June 27, 2014 by azi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoobysnax22 Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Damn my work and they're gravel driveway! Wheels are always dirty but here's my 18x8 Rota P1s. Wrapped in general gmaxx 235/40/18 tires. Lowered on new Gr-2s with S-techs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GeraldG Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Avant Garde's M590 - gunmetal 19x9.5+38 Hankook V12 245/40/19 Rolled all 4 sides Looks great! More pics please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azi Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Thank you sir! I appreciate that. Ive been posting on the 5th gen threads: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/show-us-pics-your-5th-gen-sits-201637p138.html http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/show-us-pics-your-5th-gen-sits-201637p137.html http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/show-us-pics-your-5th-gen-sits-201637p136.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diesel2wd Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 (edited) anyone know what offset I would need to run a bassett wheel on a 2nd gen legacy wagon with stock suspension +camber bolts front and rear? I want the 15x8's but I don't have a clue what to order for backspacing. bassett uses backspacing. factory offset is +55mm. Edited July 8, 2014 by diesel2wd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeblow Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Backspacing is the opposite of offset. 8" width is 203mm, making the center line 101.5mm so a +55 offset means that the mounting face is 55mm closer to the outside lip than the inside lip from the centerline. Therefore, it has a 156.5mm/6.1" backspace. So you would probably want a backspace between 135-150mm/5.5"-6" for an 8" wide wheel. It's cool; I'm with the band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diesel2wd Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 (edited) ok. thanks. read and reread different threads on offset but no one ever explained it as "opposite". they max at 5" of backspacing. so that would stick out more? sounds like im looking at 15x8 with 5" backspacing. Edited July 9, 2014 by diesel2wd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 ok. thanks. read and reread different threads on offset but no one ever explained it as "opposite". they max at 5" of backspacing. so that would stick out more? sounds like im looking at 15x8 with 5" backspacing. Have you tried asking a tech what the offset of that wheel is? Offset and backspacing can be different from wheel to wheel, i.e., two different wheels with same offset will have different backspacing. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diesel2wd Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Have you tried asking a tech what the offset of that wheel is? Offset and backspacing can be different from wheel to wheel, i.e., two different wheels with same offset will have different backspacing. well that's just plain confusing. and "ask a tech"? what kind of tech? if you tell me to ask someone from a place like town fair tire I might have to slap you. they know nothing an half ass everything. I used to work at one, I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredrik94087 Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 well that's just plain confusing. and "ask a tech"? what kind of tech? if you tell me to ask someone from a place like town fair tire I might have to slap you. they know nothing an half ass everything. I used to work at one, I know. You said you want a bassett wheel. You can contact them and speak with a technician who may be able to enlighten you as to the offset of each wheel in which you are interested. "It's within spec" - SOA "Depth is only shallowness viewed from the side." - Fredism "So, how much did it cost for your car to be undriveable ." - Stephen (very close friend) "You have done so much it would be stupid to go back." - Sunny of Guru Electronics 2018Q50RS | 2015WrxThread | Shrek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Backspacing is the opposite of offset. 8" width is 203mm, making the center line 101.5mm so a +55 offset means that the mounting face is 55mm closer to the outside lip than the inside lip from the centerline. Therefore, it has a 156.5mm/6.1" backspace. So you would probably want a backspace between 135-150mm/5.5"-6" for an 8" wide wheel. 8" wide wheel is more like 9" from lip to lip You will need that measurement to calculate backspace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeblow Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 8" wide wheel is more like 9" from lip to lip You will need that measurement to calculate backspace You are correct sir. I forgot that backspace is lip to lip when offset is bead seat to bead seat. It's cool; I'm with the band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 That's why I find it easier to discard the old nomenclature of backspacing and stick with just one system, offset. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 backspacing can be helpful/make things easier at times...just not very accurate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketron1 Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Just slapped these bad boys on last weekend. Still wet from their first wash. 19x8.5 et40 Niche Targa with 235/35/19 W tires. Everything else cosmetic is still stock for now. I'm currently in the middle of a Stage 2 Cryotune with stock mufflers (catless UP & DP). The front and rear rub the fenders on big bumps or fast turns. I'm hoping if I lower it they might behave a little better (more camber, maybe a fender roll). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannya Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 (edited) VARRSTOEN ES1 18x9.5 +38 Tyre - Dunlop Direzza 245/40/18 Fender work: rolled rear Suspension: stock height... sad story http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o280/leihalani/Mobile%20Uploads/PhotoGrid_1405868151988_zps2017nrop.jpg http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o280/leihalani/Mobile%20Uploads/PhotoGrid_1405867966063_zpsucfzzy5i.jpg http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o280/leihalani/Mobile%20Uploads/PhotoGrid_1405493266581_zpsgb5tz8iw.jpg http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o280/leihalani/Mobile%20Uploads/PhotoGrid_1405868004551_zpsetw20byi.jpg Edited July 20, 2014 by Hannya specs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
root_galaxy Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Just slapped these bad boys on last weekend. Still wet from their first wash. 19x8.5 et40 Niche Targa with 235/35/19 W tires. Everything else cosmetic is still stock for now. I'm currently in the middle of a Stage 2 Cryotune with stock mufflers (catless UP & DP). The front and rear rub the fenders on big bumps or fast turns. I'm hoping if I lower it they might behave a little better (more camber, maybe a fender roll). Very nice! How much $$$? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketron1 Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Just under $300 per wheel/tire. I got 5 just in case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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