Correct ET wheel offset for ERST
22-02-2005, 08:24 PM
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Correct ET wheel offset for ERST
i know you can use a range from 35 to something else but what is the right ET for the escort RST ?
22-02-2005, 08:34 PM
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Depends on Rim Size. ET35 is best. 38 should be OK, but 35 is definately best. However, for 17" ET38 should stop the wheels hitting the rear arches, but might cause them to touch the front inner arch.
The lower the number, the further the wheels will stick out!!
The lower the number, the further the wheels will stick out!!
22-02-2005, 08:40 PM
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Its because there are no 17's that are less than 7" Wide. You won't avoid it.
It's either, ET35 and possibly hit the outer rear arch or ET38 and possibly hit the inner front arch.
Some people have fitted ET35 17" Wheels and had no problems. I would personally do that, then have the arches trimmed back a bit if necessary.
It's either, ET35 and possibly hit the outer rear arch or ET38 and possibly hit the inner front arch.
Some people have fitted ET35 17" Wheels and had no problems. I would personally do that, then have the arches trimmed back a bit if necessary.
22-02-2005, 08:43 PM
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All my arches have been done so no catching at the back from me , its just the grinding on the front inner arch is the prob for me
tittle of this thread should of been is what range can the ERST wheel ET range from and to ?
is it 35 to 45 ?
tittle of this thread should of been is what range can the ERST wheel ET range from and to ?
is it 35 to 45 ?
22-02-2005, 08:53 PM
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what size wheels are best for me series1 then with wise ie 16x? and what offset and tire size, i need to know as i asked this before but noboby could help 
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22-02-2005, 09:16 PM
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Nicest Wheel/Tyre Size as a compromise for road use is 7x16 (6.5x16" would also work) ET35 195/45/16. Just as I have on mine. The car handles really well and is nice to drive. It never touches either my Front or Rear arches.
You could use 205/40/16, which is what I may try next.
7x17" with 205/40/17 is OK, but following the guidelines above. 7.5x17" has been done by several on here, but I totally wouldn't recommend it.
You could use 205/40/16, which is what I may try next.
7x17" with 205/40/17 is OK, but following the guidelines above. 7.5x17" has been done by several on here, but I totally wouldn't recommend it.
22-02-2005, 09:26 PM
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7.5x7 is a wast as you would only put 205x40 tyres on them anyway so aint much point unless you cant get the wheel you want in in 7x17
16s are the best for RST for traction i hear
but its all about looks baby 17s are the ones for me
16s are the best for RST for traction i hear
but its all about looks baby 17s are the ones for me
22-02-2005, 09:29 PM
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I have got 7.5 on an ET30 which stick out too far and catch the arches. Even with this offset I cannot fit my coilovers as the spring catches the tyres.
I am now in the process of obtaining a set of wheels 7" wide on an ET35 so I can fit my coilovers and not catch my arches. 7.5 would fit better on a different offset with only Koni's but coilovers require that bit more room on the rear.
I am now in the process of obtaining a set of wheels 7" wide on an ET35 so I can fit my coilovers and not catch my arches. 7.5 would fit better on a different offset with only Koni's but coilovers require that bit more room on the rear.
why do want 13 wheels ? i want those wheels in white !! are they 7x17 6 spokes ?
22-02-2005, 10:45 PM
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Ive changed from ET37 to ET43 7x 16's and have no problems on either. I'm running 205/45/16 on front. 195/45/16 on back. I have no catching issues at all. I am going for 215/40/16 on the front next - they are actually smaller than 195/45's.
23-02-2005, 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Smit
found this forum in the end then ugly 
how the fuck are ya
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Ello Smit, im ok pal you ? good to see your cos is still alive
My RS is finally running after 2 and half years of sitting on my aRSe. should have it on the road in a month or two 
23-02-2005, 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Smit
found this forum in the end then ugly
how the fuck are ya
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Ello Smit, im ok pal you ? good to see your cos is still alive
My RS is finally running after 2 and half years of sitting on my aRSe. should have it on the road in a month or two
23-02-2005, 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by RS Grant
So a set of 7x16" ET40 4x100 wheels wouldnt be suitable for a Series 2, either on Standard Brakes or a Hi-Spec Brake Kit??
Cause I have been offered some for a good price that would look the bollox on the Turbo.
Grant
Cause I have been offered some for a good price that would look the bollox on the Turbo.
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23-02-2005, 11:35 PM
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I have 17" x 7.5" momo arrows with an et of 38, on standard suspension it rubbed if someone was in the back and i went over a bump, since fitting the spax adjustable shocks and set to the 2nd hardes setting all is fine ....... apart from my fillings lol 
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