Choices of OZ wheels

[ken182]

if i upgrade the wheels i would 100% go for the 8x17 ET55 OZ's. theyre the nearest size you can get to OE fitment and still stand out 16mm more than standard so will fill the arches nicely.

i think an ET45 offset is a big increase from the standard size. thats alot of added strain on the wheel bearings and balljoints etc. the balljoints dont last long as it is without adding extra leverage to them

 

[Toad]

7.5jx17 would be closer to OE ken. Or are you suggesting that you cannot get these in ET55?

 

[ken182]

no you cant get the 7.5 in any larger offset than ET45

the highest 17" offset available (ET55) is on the 8" rim

ideally for weight saving the 7.5 would be better but the 8" is the best compromise. people seem to say the turn in feels better with the wider wheels too

 

[Toad]

Excellent, thanks for the info ken