Offset what does it mean?

[sp3GT]

I'm looking to get some rims, I'm really confused about what offset really is.

I've been looking at IKON and they dont' really specify their width, offset ranges from 42 - 48 with different prices though.

[bunchi]

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/techpage.jsp?techid=101

[FLIPDADY]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Offset_(wheel)

Stock 3 offset is 52.5 so if the wheels are +40 offset you will need hub rings.

[Swerny]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Offset_(wheel)

Stock 3 offset is 52.5 so if the wheels are +40 offset you will need hub rings.

you mean spacers right? not confuse them with hubcentric rings

EDIT: spacers would have opposite the desired effect in this case.

[sp3GT]

I'm lowered on H-techs so from what I've read I should be fine with 17 x 7 or 17 x 7.5 with offsets +42 to +48 and be fine.

The thing is what offset looks best?

[Kevin@nextmod]

the lower the offset the more the rim sticks out.

[mEtH]

Offset is the first thing mentioned in the Sticky that is right above this thread...
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=16847

if you post the size wheels you are looking for, or even better yet the exact ones, someone will be able to help you out.

[asi007]

I'm lowered on H-techs so from what I've read I should be fine with 17 x 7 or 17 x 7.5 with offsets +42 to +48 and be fine.

The thing is what offset looks best?

I have a set of 18x8 wheels with a +45 offset and I'm also lowered on H.Techs, granted my tires are rubber bands but I've had no issues. Also I'll be swapping the tires for a 225/40ZR18 as soon as I get the chance and it still won't rub.

[sp3GT]

Thanks for the reply guys, I'm choosing between
http://www.ikonwheels.com/3apex.php

or the

http://www.ikonwheels.com/21storm.php

I have a black hatch.

[asi007]

Go with the second ones, clean and simple.

[Gods Son]

im running on 235/40/18's with an offset of 45 (stock suspension) and when I have 3 or more ppl in the car I rub like crazy if I go over bumps on the highway. I can see the tire damage on the rear wheels. Im probably going to have to drop the tire size.

[asi007]

235/40s are pretty fat man, 225/40 maintains the same outer diameter as stock. Are your fenders rolled?

Also, are you a big Jordan fan? I saw the Xs in your avatar.

[sp3GT]

I did some simple photoshop, what do you guys think?

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q259/sp3GT/IMG_2657-rim-edit.jpg

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q259/sp3GT/IMG_2657-rim-edit1.jpg

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q259/sp3GT/IMG_2657-rim-edit2.jpg

[Kevin@nextmod]

^^ if you get the last one i'll hit you whenver i see you and your car....

[sp3GT]

LOL, I'm mainly deciding between the first two. The second comes in silver and hyper silver.

[Kevin@nextmod]

i think broli got the 2nd one in hyper silver.

[sp3GT]

Hmm, I just looked at it. I think it's similar but not quite the same.

I think I'm going to go with the first pic I posted.

[Kevin@nextmod]

you looking for 17s?

[sp3GT]

Yea, not looking to spend much. There going to be on the RSA's.