Buying new rims, need input..
#1
Registered User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Orlando, FL
Posts: 31
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Buying new rims, need input..
Hello, I'm wanting to purchase my rims for my 8 and I'm wondering what exactly should I get?
I have the rims picked out, I want the Falken Koblenz (Black w/ Chrome Lip)
I'm wondering as far as sizes what should I get, like all 4 (19 x 8.5)?
Should I go for the 8.5 or the 9.5? Or Both? (9.5 in the back 8.5 front)
If someone could tell me what tires I should get, that would be great... I need 225/40/19's right?
Thanks!
I have the rims picked out, I want the Falken Koblenz (Black w/ Chrome Lip)
I'm wondering as far as sizes what should I get, like all 4 (19 x 8.5)?
Should I go for the 8.5 or the 9.5? Or Both? (9.5 in the back 8.5 front)
If someone could tell me what tires I should get, that would be great... I need 225/40/19's right?
Thanks!
Last edited by deathwish; 11-13-2006 at 09:14 AM.
#4
Misfit Moderator TnC
dude its all about taste.....you could always look at the TPMS compatible thread
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-wheels-tires-brakes-suspension-55/rims-takes-tpms-22131/
or the aftermarket wheels thread
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-wheels-tires-brakes-suspension-55/pics-aftermarket-rims-57557/
that should keep you busy with info
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-wheels-tires-brakes-suspension-55/rims-takes-tpms-22131/
or the aftermarket wheels thread
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-wheels-tires-brakes-suspension-55/pics-aftermarket-rims-57557/
that should keep you busy with info
#6
It always amazes me how immature a lot of people here are with their condescending remarks. Not everyone spends hours a day here on the forum and know every thread possible.
He's a guy who just wants an opinion for a specific wheel. GEEZ. I thought the point of these forums is to help out a fellow enthusiast. It's not like he's a complete stranger off the street who's asking about rims for his Civic.
To answer your question, you can probably hit up member: sucess07
He's got the Koblenz and I believe they are 19x8.5 all around. If you do a search for "Falken Koblenz" his thread will turn up. I was also considering these wheels for my white RX8. I think I might end up going with 18" Axis Reverbs for a cleaner look. They are also a few pounds lighter than stock too.
He's a guy who just wants an opinion for a specific wheel. GEEZ. I thought the point of these forums is to help out a fellow enthusiast. It's not like he's a complete stranger off the street who's asking about rims for his Civic.
To answer your question, you can probably hit up member: sucess07
He's got the Koblenz and I believe they are 19x8.5 all around. If you do a search for "Falken Koblenz" his thread will turn up. I was also considering these wheels for my white RX8. I think I might end up going with 18" Axis Reverbs for a cleaner look. They are also a few pounds lighter than stock too.
#7
Got Ings?
iTrader: (1)
whether or not you go with a staggered setup front and rear its up to you. I would go with 19x8.5 front and 19x9.5 rear
In regard to tires, I would go with 235/35/19 front and a 275/30/19 rear. Alot of people have gone with 245/35 front but I don't like the fact that it is taller than the rear tire. Not by much but it still is.
I think that a 225 tire on an 8.5 in rim is going to be a bit small and it will look kinda stretched. its also going to be larger than your stock wheel/tire combo.
If you want to go with the same setup all around you could go with the 19x8.5 and run the 245/35 tire. It will be roughly the same size as the oem but will work just fine.
I don't know about your offset choices but your front could be as low as probably +35 and still be safe. The rear would have to be about a +44ish or more to give you the ability to not have to roll your fenders.
http://www.rims-n-tires.com/info_specs.jsp
use that link to play with different tire sizes to find what will work for you
In regard to tires, I would go with 235/35/19 front and a 275/30/19 rear. Alot of people have gone with 245/35 front but I don't like the fact that it is taller than the rear tire. Not by much but it still is.
I think that a 225 tire on an 8.5 in rim is going to be a bit small and it will look kinda stretched. its also going to be larger than your stock wheel/tire combo.
If you want to go with the same setup all around you could go with the 19x8.5 and run the 245/35 tire. It will be roughly the same size as the oem but will work just fine.
I don't know about your offset choices but your front could be as low as probably +35 and still be safe. The rear would have to be about a +44ish or more to give you the ability to not have to roll your fenders.
http://www.rims-n-tires.com/info_specs.jsp
use that link to play with different tire sizes to find what will work for you
Last edited by ac3mastuh; 11-13-2006 at 12:53 PM.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post