Question about RX8 Rims/tires

[Gauche]

Alright, I have a few questions;

1. Can a size 17 rim fit the RX8?

2. I am looking for some DOT-rated tires(slicks) for autoX'ing, anyone on here use any?

 

[fujin]

i'm not sure the pcd of the 17" must be the same as the rx8 i think the standard 18" rim on the 6 speed rx8 is 5/114. ... I know i had the same problem cos i had a mazda 3 with these awesome 17" chromed rims i imported from Mazda Japan and i couldnt let them go when i sold her for my rx8...anyway long story short rims dont fit......
sad very sad

 

[JOS3]

yes, 17's can fit on the rx-8. the base model comes with 16's (it also has smaller brakes).

for a definitve answer, check rx8club.com. i know there are a lot of peope who use 17's for winter and racing.

 

[r00k]

Wanna trade your rx8 stocks for some Mazda 3 stocks + $$$?

 

[ZoomZoomH]

make sure you get at least 8 inch wide rims

skinny 17 x7 = teh weak

 

[JOS3]

make sure you get at least 8 inch wide rims

skinny 17 x7 = teh weak

(thumb)

 

[Mazdaspeedgirl]

Do 17s just barely clear the large brakes?

 

[Roywhitep5]

Do 17s just barely clear the large brakes?

for gods sake !!! someone answer!!!!!!!! i want an rx8 and want 17in racing wheels

 

[ZoomZoomH]

simma down Roy and i'll answer

yes *most* 17" wheels will clear the 6 speed manual RX-8's front brakes

for example, since you want to use 17's for track use, I believe all 17" SSR wheels will clear the front brakes, as well as compatible with the TPMS sensors.

happy now??

 

[ZoomZoomH]

probably want to do a search on RX8club to see which 17's people HAVE confirmed to fit the 8, that way you will know for sure

 

[Mazdaspeedgirl]

I believe all 17" SSR wheels will clear the front brakes

*ouch* quit twistin my arm!! SSRs?! Hey, the rumors that I have money to burn are not true....

 

[Mazdaspeedgirl]

and what's a search button?

 

[ZoomZoomH]

^dunno, some sort of DIY thingy, here:

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?t=73846