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TriGem2k · 03-22-2007, 09:55 PM

5MM spacers for the rears will work just fine....I would say 7mm would be better though. To fit an 18x10 on the rear of the Boxster with a nice clean look you need an offset in the range of 40mm to 48mm. Anything less than 40 will stick out past the fenders and anything more than 48mm will rub the strut tower.

You should have no problems with an 18x8.5 at 52mm. That is exactly what I run on mine. No rubbing issues at all.

Hope this helps.

James

03-22-2007, 09:55 PM	#6
TriGem2k Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 1,431	5MM spacers for the rears will work just fine....I would say 7mm would be better though. To fit an 18x10 on the rear of the Boxster with a nice clean look you need an offset in the range of 40mm to 48mm. Anything less than 40 will stick out past the fenders and anything more than 48mm will rub the strut tower. You should have no problems with an 18x8.5 at 52mm. That is exactly what I run on mine. No rubbing issues at all. Hope this helps. James __________________ http://i46.tinypic.com/2qx0rqs.jpg 2001 Boxster Artic Silver / Black Interior -GT3 Front Bumper w/ Lip -Side Skirts -Gemballa Exhuast and Cats -O.Z. Racing 18" Wheels --18X8.5Front 18X10 Rears -Michilen PS Tires 225/40/18 & 285/30/18 -5mm Rear Spacers -Porsche Door Sills -H&R Springs -Powerflow Intake -B&M Short Shifter -Pioneer Avic-F90BT Navigation -Focal Polyglass 165VR3 -Alpine PDX 5 Amp -Bose OEM Subwoofer & Midrange -Audio Controld DQXS (DSP)