off set on wheels
Jul 13, 2006 | 08:03 PM
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off set on wheels
hi i have replaced the wheels on my s1 turbo and they where et 35,the new ones are et 38 do i need a 3 mm spacer to bring them back?????? cheers
Jul 14, 2006 | 06:36 PM
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Try it see how you get on, you will probably find its better with 38 offset, less scrubbage on the arches
Jul 14, 2006 | 09:06 PM
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no
mine are 41's
Jul 15, 2006 | 02:30 AM
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just looks like they sit in a bit
Jul 18, 2006 | 06:59 PM
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The t or offset is measured from the centre line of the rim to the hub face so yours will in fact be 3mm further out.
I am sure this is right.
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Jul 18, 2006 | 07:02 PM
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I always get confused when it comes to offsets u got me thinking now
Jul 18, 2006 | 07:48 PM
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ill just try 3mm spacers,cos they are defo not 3mm out cheers guys
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off set on wheels
mine are 41's 
