frodooftheshire
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- James
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- 2019 WRX series gray
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Hi guys,
I think I can break my wheel/tire questions into three different categories.
1. Wheel Model:
I'm looking at either the Sparco Pro Corsa ( 18 X 8 45 offset) vs Enkei Rajin (18 X 8 42 offset) for just winter wheels. I like the look of the Raijin better, and it's lighter but it has the 42 offset vs 45 for the Pro Corsa wheel. Normally I wouldn't think too much of this difference since I wont be pushing the car much at winter time, but I read one guy mentioned he felt the car was hard to control in the snow and attributed that to the lower offset- not sure if he was correct. Part of me is also slightly considering the 19" Motegi wheels...but the tires will be a little more expensive for sure.
2. Tire Model:
I'm primarily looking at either the Michelin X ICE or Bridgestone Blizzak WS90. In the Oregon we mostly get light snow/mild ice. Any other recommendations are welcome. I had some WS80 tires on my WRX and they worked pretty well.
3. Tire Size:
Finally, should I go with 235/45/18s or 235/40/18s? I know the car will handle better with the 40 series tire vs 45, but I figured the extra cushion could be handy at winter time and the tires are slightly cheaper (about $15 each).
Thanks guys!
I think I can break my wheel/tire questions into three different categories.
1. Wheel Model:
I'm looking at either the Sparco Pro Corsa ( 18 X 8 45 offset) vs Enkei Rajin (18 X 8 42 offset) for just winter wheels. I like the look of the Raijin better, and it's lighter but it has the 42 offset vs 45 for the Pro Corsa wheel. Normally I wouldn't think too much of this difference since I wont be pushing the car much at winter time, but I read one guy mentioned he felt the car was hard to control in the snow and attributed that to the lower offset- not sure if he was correct. Part of me is also slightly considering the 19" Motegi wheels...but the tires will be a little more expensive for sure.
2. Tire Model:
I'm primarily looking at either the Michelin X ICE or Bridgestone Blizzak WS90. In the Oregon we mostly get light snow/mild ice. Any other recommendations are welcome. I had some WS80 tires on my WRX and they worked pretty well.
3. Tire Size:
Finally, should I go with 235/45/18s or 235/40/18s? I know the car will handle better with the 40 series tire vs 45, but I figured the extra cushion could be handy at winter time and the tires are slightly cheaper (about $15 each).
Thanks guys!
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