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02-06-2006, 04:50 PM
I've read through a number of posts and articles on the subject of offsets. Up until now I've come across several varying theories:
There is a discipline that says the diameter of the wheel does not matter, but rather if the new rims are any wider or narrower, the optimal offset for that set of wheels would then change (from the +39 stock offset).
Then I've also come across another one that says the ideal, correct offset depends on the construction of the wheel (therefore the way the wheel is forged / constructed putting greater influence over the width etc dimensions). Which would mean for wheels of the same dimensions (e.g. 16" x 7 width), the ideal offset that conforms to the factory suspension geometry would differ according to the manufacturers or model of the wheel.
And finally, a theory that says the ideal offset remains constant for a particular vehicle (assuming stock suspension components), regardless of the wheel diameter, width or construction. Which would mean it is best to get wheels as close to the factory +39 offset as possible, regardless of the weight, width or diameter of the wheels.
This may be quite an indepth subject and I'd really appreciate if anyone could shed some light.
There is a discipline that says the diameter of the wheel does not matter, but rather if the new rims are any wider or narrower, the optimal offset for that set of wheels would then change (from the +39 stock offset).
Then I've also come across another one that says the ideal, correct offset depends on the construction of the wheel (therefore the way the wheel is forged / constructed putting greater influence over the width etc dimensions). Which would mean for wheels of the same dimensions (e.g. 16" x 7 width), the ideal offset that conforms to the factory suspension geometry would differ according to the manufacturers or model of the wheel.
And finally, a theory that says the ideal offset remains constant for a particular vehicle (assuming stock suspension components), regardless of the wheel diameter, width or construction. Which would mean it is best to get wheels as close to the factory +39 offset as possible, regardless of the weight, width or diameter of the wheels.
This may be quite an indepth subject and I'd really appreciate if anyone could shed some light.