sorry if this is already posted somewhere. i couldn't find the answer.

i'm looking toward getting a '09 ralliart when they become available and was thinking of getting a set of black OZ ultraleggeras for my summer tires. but, on tire rack, i noticed that the ultraleggeras only come in 18x8, whereas the ralliarts wheels are 18x7. i dont know too much about changing wheel sizes, and was wondering how that would be done, if it can be done. is it as long as i get spacers, it'll be fine? any help would be appreciated. thanks!

 

If Tire rack's software says that the wheels will fit your car, you won't need spacers.

 

I came across a thread though, and some guy said he bought some wheels from Tirerack, it said it would fit, but it didn't. does that not normally happen?

 

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It also depends on the design of the spokes. Just because a wheel that is 18xX with an XXmm offset fits, does not mean a different wheel with the same measurements will. Best thing to do is call up a place and talk with someone to make sure they do. Increasing the wheel size should help clearance from brakes, but I doubt that would be a problem anyways (with the brakes that is). Could still have issues with suspension or fenders though. Hope this helps!