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Hello, I'm looking into a set of rims that I might buy for my 95 GS.. They said the rim size is P.C.D 100/114.3
17x7 4 Bolt
Will this size fit an MX-3?
Thanks...

They should fit I know of a few guys with 18" rims

ya they should fit im on 17's the same size n bolt patter n my mx is slammed to the ground! so u should be alright

What's the max offset you can have without interfering with the brakes?

Hey thanx's for all the replies...

I was looking on ebay at those cheap rims from out east.
They say the measurements are:
4X100, 114.3 4X108
Would these fit an MX-3 ?

http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7925256989&category=43957&sspagename=rvi:1:3#ebayphotohosting

Thanx again...

Yes, 18's will fit just nice.

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The perfect offset for 17x7s is et38. That's what I've got on mine, and they are spot on.

Hey guys. I'm also getting a set of rims soon and was wondering if I can buy any 17" rim with a 4-bolt pattern? Also what is the offset(as in what does that mean?) and what size tire will 17's require? I don't know much about tire/rim set-ups.

Thanks.

<small>[ October 03, 2004, 04:40 PM: Message edited by: 17seconds ]</small>

Here's a pretty good description of what offset is: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/offset.htm

I'm running 205/40 ZR 17s on my car, 4x100 stud pattern with et38 offset. This is what most wheel manufacturers suggest for the MX-3.

I've got Kumho Ecsta Supras fitted, and they are great, I think they're better than the set of Goodyear Eagle F1s I used to have.

I went for 17x7s because I think 17x7.5 are too wide for the car, but others may have different opinions.

Thanks. Great link. I'm also not sure exactly the numbers mean as in 205/40 ZR 17. I'm guessing the last number refers to rim size?

Thanx for the info.. By the way; nice rims...

205/40/17=205-width in mm, 40=profile of the tire, and 17=size of the rim in inches.

205/40 ZR 17
205 = 205mm = width but notice there are different widths, ie section width, thread width and general width. see my pic for more info at...
http://albums.photo.epson.com/j/AlbumIndex?u=4210096&a=31356548&sp=25

the last picture.

205mm = 8.07 inches

40 = section height, ie 40 persent of 205mm = 82mm =
3.2283 inches ie some ppl call it sidewall size, rounded to 3.2 in

ZR = speed rating, in this case, 168 miles/hr
17 = size of rim,in inches ie wheel

so total size of tire/wheel is 17 inches plus two sidewalls = 6.45669 = total of 23.45669 inches
that is a bit small u can go up to 24 inches so a 225/35/18 will fit.

note the first number is in mm
second number is a percentage
last number is in inches..
and they wonder why it confuses most ppl
and that not saying anything about the tire ratings, ie treadwear, traction, temperature. ouch

<small>[ October 04, 2004, 08:38 PM: Message edited by: Myardor ]</small>

thanx for the helpful diagram and the info...
i guess it's the "offset' that people refer too that I'm unsure of if it's ok on an MX-3..

Yes, think offset is what ur thinking about..

that link is not too good here are a few better ones.

http://www.usacomp.com/Offset.htm

http://toy4two.home.mindspring.com/offset.html

http://www.yokohamatire.com/utcustom.asp

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Basically offset is how close or far your tire is from the inside.

guess there is a plus or minus from where they normally are ie should be able to go out a bit and in a bit. but not too much.


Zero offset:
The hub mounting surface is even with the centerline of the wheel.

Positive offset:
The hub mounting surface is toward the front or wheel side of the wheel.
Positive offset wheels are generally found on front-wheel drive cars.

Positive offset is how most factory wheels are designed.
The wheel center is moves the wheel closer to the vehicle, therefore moving the tire closer to the vehicle, helping to tuck it under the fenderwell. This means the wheel rotates on its axis.

REASONS TO USE POSITIVE OFFSET WHEELS:
Less leverage on the lugs and steering linkage.
Keep tires tucked under fenderwells.


Negative offset:
The hub mounting surface is toward the back or brake side of the wheel's centerline. "Deep dish" wheels are typically negative offset.

Negative offset is how most aftermarket wheels are designed. They move the center of the wheel away from the vehicle. Therefore, moving the tires away from the vehicle, and increasing the turning radius. Rather that spinning on its axis, it swings on its axis. There are several inherent flaws with this, while they may be unavoidable. Increasing the offset puts more leverage on the lugs, which means you can break them easier, but it also increases the stance of your vehicle to help keep it more stable. The swinging affect means more lift is needed to avoid rubbing

REASONS TO USE NEGATIVE OFFSET WHEELS:

Move wheels away from vehicle, when tires are rubbing frame during turns.
Increase vehicle width, making it more stable.
Some people like the "deep dish" look the wheel offers.

also guess there is no such thing as "perfect" offset, just what came standard. from that one can go plus or minus.

the rims/ wheels are the ones who determine that, not the tires. since its the wheels that are connected to the car, the tires are connected to the wheels.

<small>[ October 10, 2004, 02:02 AM: Message edited by: Myardor ]</small>