In reference to the 245 tire... can someone please tell me what wheel width and offset have the STU chamions had the best results with?

On a side note: I'm thinking about running the Enkei RPF1 17X8.5 -30 @ 15.5 pounds. Is this the hot ticket or is there a better option?

Thanks!

 

AFAIK, 17x7.5 in '05 and '06, and 17x9? in '07. Paulson would know for sure.

The RPF1 is a good light wheel. If you go 17x9, they need spacers to clear the calipers. LMK if you need spacers, as I make custom 19mm ones for those wheels.

 

[QUOTE=SS RX7 r2;5623508]AFAIK, 17x7.5 in '05 and '06, and 17x9? in '07. Paulson would know for sure.

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Right in the money Rick. The 245 Yoks are nice and square on the 9's.

James

 

Thanks for the info.

 

I'm thinking about going with the 9" now. I heard that you really only NEED spacers for the front wheels to clear. However, is it typically best practice to put the spacers on all four wheels? How much $$ are the spacers?

Also, how does the tire fit the fender with that offset and spacer? Especially with coilovers and a little lowering. Will it fit fine? Rubbing?

I'm kinda looking for a setup that will be good for STU class and yet still streetable. Is this a realistic expectation?

Sorry for all the questions. I just want to know the details so I know what to expect. Thanks.

 

RPF1s in 17x8.5 +30 do not weigh 15.5lbs. It's more like 16.9.

 

Just spacers in the front to clear the bigger calipers.

Check H&R spacers for a typical price.

245/40-17 are a relatively small and short tire for the Evo's wheel well, so no rubbing anywhere.

* My RPF1s weigh 16.4 lbs

 

Thank you. That all sounds good and exactly what I needed to know. I can buy with confidence.

As for the weight, I believe you, but am surprised because the vendor said they were a pound lighter http://www.enkei.com/RacingSeriesSpecs/RPF1.html

Shocking eh?