18" Mitsubishi Lancer GTS wheels - Fits perfect

[TonyB]

Just purchased a set of mint Mitsubishi Lancer GTS wheels and tires for my daughter's new 2006 Mazda3GT purchased last month. Wheels are 215-45-18. Car now handles like our 2002 mini cooper. The 17" OEM's were converted to a winter set.
Still trying to figure out how to post pictures in this forum as I am new.:)

[Kevin@nextmod]

you can always upload your pics to (imageshack.us) then copy the forum link to your post. Make sure you resize your pic in the site as well. =)

[Default User]

Yuppers. I plan on swapping rims continuously between my 3 and my Lancer.

Did you manage to get the TPMS sensors with the GtS rims? If so - Let me know how much you want for them.

[TonyB]

I don't know if the wheels have TPMS sensors.
I do not plan to take off the tires neither to find out. Sorry about that.

[TonyB]

OK, I used imageshack.us to upload better images for more detail.
Thanks go to Pearly for his help.
http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/5900/2006mazda3gt2.jpg
http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/6350/2006mazda3gt1.jpg

[07m3gt]

it looks like a lancer jkz , looks nice imo

[DumpInfo]

It actually looks pretty nice. Nice move!

[Default User]

do the center caps from the 3 fit the mitsu rims?

[gallipd001]

it does kind of look like a lancer. looks good

[SKYMP3]

GT-S Lancer got a nice set of rims, very similar to the 07-09 MS3 rims.
It sure helps on handling with the lower profile tire....but handling on Mini Cooper is insane and a MZ3 can't even compare...even the Speed3 cannot compare the handling with a Mini Cooper

[TonyB]

GT-S Lancer got a nice set of rims, very similar to the 07-09 MS3 rims.
It sure helps on handling with the lower profile tire....but handling on Mini Cooper is insane and a MZ3 can't even compare...even the Speed3 cannot compare the handling with a Mini Cooper


I wouldn't be so sure about that. The handling of the mini is nothing but fun. Even though I own a normal mini (non S or JCW), you can put it in the corners until the front end starts to slide sideways on you just like what happens when you go to the go cart track. No difference. that why it so fun.
After I put these 18" wheels with Dunlop SP5000 tires on the Mazda 3, the feeling was not that much different. Although the center of gravity is higher, you sure could throw the car around in the corners with complete confidence.
Possibly the mini can do the corners faster but you will need a track for test that.
Just my opnion.

[TonyB]

do the center caps from the 3 fit the mitsu rims?

yes - I had no problems taking the center caps off the OEM rims and snapping them in the Mitsu rims

[laksman91]

Those stock dunlops are the worst tires ever made. I would strongly suggest replacing them. They are poor in handling wear uber fast

[chermo12]

yes - I had no problems taking the center caps off the OEM rims and snapping them in the Mitsu rims

Cool! I have a lancer RA with the same wheels and I was also wondering if the mitsu/mazda center caps were interchangeable. Just got my answer..:) Thanks!

I just picked up a set of '05 OEM GT wheels painted gold for my winter setup. Got the wheels from 'skunk2' (cool dude) and was inspired by laksman91's winter setup:thumbsup.

[TonyB]

Those stock dunlops are the worst tires ever made. I would strongly suggest replacing them. They are poor in handling wear uber fast

Would those statements be from personal experience?
In my opnion, these tires ride and respond extremely well.
I cannot respond to their longevity or durability at this time. possibly by same time next year.
However, I can tell you with a high degree of certainty, that I am not able to exceed their performance abilities on the street (and I am no sunday driver either). I've shredded my share of tires over the years by pushing them too hard.
Technology has come a long way and todays tires are modern wonders of engineering.
If you are referring to tire performance on the track, then that is a whole other topic for discussion which does not belong here. We all know these tires were not designed for the track. I do not (nor plan to) track the car or enter it in slaloms.
In conclusion, I think they they are more than good enough for most of us and I do not think they should be replaced "just because".
Regards

[Default User]

Tires are different on every car.

On the Lancers the stock Dunlops really do suck. Not sure if it's the weight distribution, or just the expectations of what they should be able to do.

However - I did have the chance to drive my friends' VW with the same Dunlops, and they handled much better through the turns.

[cdroot]

Just purchased a set of mint Mitsubishi Lancer GTS wheels and tires for my daughter's new 2006 Mazda3GT purchased last month. Wheels are 215-45-18. Car now handles like our 2002 mini cooper. The 17" OEM's were converted to a winter set.
Still trying to figure out how to post pictures in this forum as I am new.:)

Is there any rubbing with the tire size of 215/45/18?

[FD22]

Is there any rubbing with the tire size of 215/45/18?

A beastly thread bump as a first post...nice..



For the setup explained in the post you quoted, there shouldn't be any rubbing. But depending on the modifications you've made to your personal ride height, those tires on these rims could potentially cause you rubbing.

[cdroot]

Is there any rubbing with the tire size of 215/45/18?

Thanks! I am researching tires and wheels right now, so trying to see if this size rubs for my Mazda 3.

[cdroot]

Going to keep it stock height

[Default User]

There is no rubbing - even if lowered on ProKits

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/08/e5ymanan.jpg

[FD22]

Thanks! I am researching tires and wheels right now, so trying to see if this size rubs for my Mazda 3.

For future inquires, check out the dedicated thread we have for those type of questions:

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?52082-The-official-quot-Will-this-fit-quot-thread!&highlight=will+this+fit

[Default User]

You will need special lugs for it to work though

They're called "washer" or "mag" lugs

[cdroot]

Thanks default user lol

[cdroot]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/08/ahyry8u9.jpg

This is the setup I want to get. Don't you think they look like the ever popular xxr 527s?

[Default User]

No problem...

I'll take any chance given to whore out some pics LOL

Oh look

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/08/evy7u3ad.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/08/zyra5ynu.jpg


And these are the type of lugs you'll need

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/08/gyzupe5a.jpg

[cdroot]

Nice man! So that's 215/45/18? Stock suspension? No rubadubdub?

[Default User]

Yup - taken right off a Lancer
No rub at all. Actually wanted to run 10-15mm spacers to just flush it up a bit more

[cdroot]

Yup - taken right off a Lancer
No rub at all. Actually wanted to run 10-15mm spacers to just flush it up a bit more

Do you think 225 would rub?

[Default User]

Do you think 225 would rub?

Nope - unless you did a 20+mm spacer

IIRC - these rims are 18x7 +43 offset - real close to OEM fitment - with a lot of room to fill

[Mingo85]

Now is only a few other brands/models would switch over to 5x114.3 it would make the options endless. I think WRX/STI for 2015 finally comes back to 114.3! That limited gold STI wheel is amazing!

[optiklenz13]

Now is only a few other brands/models would switch over to 5x114.3 it would make the options endless. I think WRX/STI for 2015 finally comes back to 114.3! That limited gold STI wheel is amazing!

STI changed over from 5x100 to 5x114.3 from their 2005 and up models. Not sure if the other imprezas followed suit.

[Default User]

IIRC - Center bore on the STI is smaller

[optiklenz13]

You're right. I forgot about that. LOL!!

[Mingo85]

This year I know the WRX switched over. You know I never thought about the center bore because I was only originally concerned with not wasting the aftermarket wheels I already have. That's too bad...