17in Wheels Anyone?

[skullsroad]

I feel weird saying this. I'm considering 17in wheels for my 2. Of course, they would have to be lightweight. Tire selection is amazing for 17in. I figure, visually, it won't be stupid because many countries get 17s from the factory. Anyone have 17s? Post up pics and wheels specs if you do.

 

[eyeballs]

If it has to be 17, RPF1's get my vote. Lightweight, strong, and closer to 16" in appearance.

 

[BigBlueDart]

I have to admit I keep coming back to this idea myself. On the one hand I do intend to autocross my car. On the other hand, I don't expect to be too serious about it. I'd really like to build my 2 into a nice GT kind of car.

Also, what size tire would folks put on a 17" rim? 205/40? 215/35?

 

[skullsroad]

Honestly, I'd bite the bullet and go 215/45. That's a huge size difference and my speedometer will be off by 4mph. 205/40 is way too short of a sidewall and the ride will be crap but it's a lot closer to stock overall diameter.

I'm looking into 17x7.5 in the 30-35 offset range. 215/45R17 Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

 

[zps2004]

I remember there was a guy on here who has the Mazdaspeed Miata 17" wheels on his and it looked really good. I believe it was the 2005 year wheels.

 

[kamui157]

I'm running 17x7 + 40 205/40/17. I'll have to weigh the wheels again as I forgot this time, once I take them off for the lowering springs.
Drag DR-9 17x7

 

[kwaits92]

Drags are pretty heavy in just 15". Bet they are 20+ lbs for 17".

 

[kamui157]

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123803215-Stock-Mazda-rim-weight

15" Steelies - 15.75
16" stock Alloys - 16.4


17x7 Wheels
Kosei K1-TS 13.9
RPF1 - 15.0
Konig Feather - 16.8
Mazdaspeed Racinghart - 17.6
Drag DR-9 - 18.4

Oh wells

 

[skullsroad]

Thanks for that kamui157.

I'm trying to decide between a BBS style flat faced wheel or something like a Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2. I like the Pro Race 3 as well.

 

[cosh68]

Inovit Rapid with....

Front: Nankang Ultra Sport NS-II 205/40R17 84V 31psi
Rear: Westlake SV308 205/40ZR17 84W 29psi

Previously Kumho Ecsta Spt 205/40ZR17 all round....

Shaun....

 

[Chance77]

I am running an icw racing 209mb, it is 17x7.5 with a 205/40/17 stock suspension. I think a 205/45 or a 215/40 would be more rubber, and still fit fine, at least on stock suspension. Unfortunately im at almost 22lbs a wheel. im going back down to 15's on next wheel, and going with 15x8-15/9.

I feel weird saying this. I'm considering 17in wheels for my 2. Of course, they would have to be lightweight. Tire selection is amazing for 17in. I figure, visually, it won't be stupid because many countries get 17s from the factory. Anyone have 17s? Post up pics and wheels specs if you do.

 

[Font Motorsports]

I feel weird saying this. I'm considering 17in wheels for my 2. Of course, they would have to be lightweight. Tire selection is amazing for 17in. I figure, visually, it won't be stupid because many countries get 17s from the factory. Anyone have 17s? Post up pics and wheels specs if you do.

It's not weird. I started off with 17's. They fit just fine and depending on the wheel, look good.

 

[Font Motorsports]

Did you say Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2? I can help you with that

 

[Font Motorsports]

This is one of my favorite Demio's of all time. 17" Enkei's. I followed his lead when i first bought my two and bought the same wheels. Check out his flickr.

 

[ChrisMcQ]

that flickr page (bowdown) that is stunning!! loving the hose kit