Would these wheels work on my Box S without useing spacers? - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

KRAM36 · 12-10-2014, 04:29 PM

I'm interested in these wheels for my 2003 Boxster S. Will they fit properly without using spacers?

Specifications:
Size: 19x8.5 Front / 19x9.5 Rear
Bolt Pattern: 5x130
Finish: Black Machined Face
Offset: 55 Front / 46 Rear
Hubcentric: 71.6

19" Turbo II Style Wheels Fits Porsche 986 Boxster Convertible Base s Rims | eBay

Thanks!

steved0x · 12-10-2014, 04:37 PM

I don't know but they look good to me

husker boxster · 12-10-2014, 04:56 PM

The rear offset of 46 might be a bit close - it might rub on the ebrake cable. But it should work. At worse, a 5mm spacer may be required.

The fronts should be fine.

golonaus · 12-10-2014, 05:13 PM

Not enough details.
car lowered?
What tire width you want to run?

If car is not lowered you should be fine with 285 and zip ties on ebrake
If it's lowered it might be tight for 285 but maybe 265

In front you may need 5 mm spacer so it won't look funny with very aggressive rear offset

KRAM36 · 12-10-2014, 05:59 PM

Car currently has the stock suspension, but I am looking at this setup.

Boxster Euro Suspension Kit (ROW M030):Suncoast Porsche Parts & Accessories

So the car will get lowered somewhat.

I'm not sure what tire size to run on the front and back. Suggestions on that would be greatly appreciated too.

KRAM36 · 12-11-2014, 04:14 AM

Trying to get my ducks in a row before I purchase these wheels. I'm definitely getting the aboved mention suspension kit.

If they will work with that suspension, spacers needed? Tires sizes front and back, brand?

Thanks.

jacabean · 12-11-2014, 03:31 PM

they should fit fine with the row kit . i got a 10" rear wheel with a 275 tire on the row kit no problem .

KRAM36 · 12-11-2014, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jacabean

they should fit fine with the row kit . i got a 10" rear wheel with a 275 tire on the row kit no problem .

What wheels are you using and did you need to use a spacer?

KRAM36 · 12-13-2014, 06:45 AM

What if I didn't use the springs from the ROW M030 kit, that would keep my car at stock hide height, correct? I really need some help here fellas on my questions..

Thanks.

Nine8Six · 12-13-2014, 09:53 AM

You'll be just fine mate, press on!

- RoW M30 here
- Offset ET40 both rear and front
- 235/ on the 19*8.5 front
- 265/ on 19*9.5 rear (needs a 10mm spacer... but for the look only, not because it touches anything lol)

No No Rubbing!

KRAM36 · 12-13-2014, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six

You'll be just fine mate, press on!

- RoW M30 here
- Offset ET40 both rear and front
- 235/ on the 19*8.5 front
- 265/ on 19*9.5 rear (needs a 10mm spacer... but for the look only, not because it touches anything lol)

No No Rubbing!

Sweet! Thanks for the info. Having a 10mm spacer on the rear will I need different lugs bolts?

KRAM36 · 12-13-2014, 03:42 PM

Ok, here is what I have come up with using these wheels and the ROW M030 suspension kit.

235/35R19 tires for the front.

265/30R19 tires for the rear.

Using no spacers. What do you think?

Nine8Six · 12-13-2014, 07:40 PM

Those are the very same sizes I have on mine (Dunlop direzza DZ10 series)

The wheels you spotted are killer btw. I'd pick this kit this weekend if I were you.

That is going to hurt bad ($-wise) but believe me you'll have a totally different looking ride!!! And it handles/feels so much better (don't believe those who tells you it won't).

If you end up adding that 10mm spacers on the rear then yes to your question... you'll need +10mm longer lugs bolts

KRAM36 · 12-13-2014, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nine8Six

Those are the very same sizes I have on mine (Dunlop direzza DZ10 series)

The wheels you spotted are killer btw. I'd pick this kit this weekend if I were you.

That is going to hurt bad ($-wise) but believe me you'll have a totally different looking ride!!! And it handles/feels so much better (don't believe those who tells you it won't).

If you end up adding that 10mm spacers on the rear then yes to your question... you'll need +10mm longer lugs bolts

Excellent. Thanks for the reply.

I looked up Dunlop Direzza tires, seems they moved to the DZ102 series now. They are a bit cheaper then the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 I am looking at, but I think I'm willing to pay the extra cost for those tires.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSearchResults.jsp?width=265%2F&ratio=30&diameter=19&performance=ALL

I'm getting a set of Winter tires for my current wheels, so I would like to get the most performance out of the Summer tires, but still at a reasonable cost.

Nine8Six · 12-13-2014, 08:09 PM

No worries, happy to share if this helps another

Reasonable cost tires does not exist I'm afraid - unless, and unlike myself, you ARE rich. Makes it twice worst when you are overseas (read imported). Nearly twice the price... especially in the 19/20/21" series

Results are incredible tho

KRAM36 · 12-13-2014, 08:25 PM

I looked around the forums for more pictures of your car. Is there a post where I can see more of your car or could you post some pics here? I'd really like to see the front bumper and I think I saw one picture with a wing on the back? I'm looking for a nice wing too.

KRAM36 · 12-21-2014, 01:57 PM

I'm going with this wheel here.

I'm thinking black lug bolts. What do you guys think?

Nine8Six · 12-21-2014, 05:16 PM

I like these wheels a lot. I know cuz I've seen them on a Boxster here. I know where he parks his car so I'll try to snap a pic for you if I pass in this area this week (black car, exact same wheels)

Nice xmas gift you are getting there

KRAM36 · 12-23-2014, 04:34 PM

I just looked at the offset on the rear wheels I have now. The offset on them is 47 and the wheels are 9" wide and have been running 255/40R17 tires on them with no clearance issue.

These new rear wheels have a 46 offset, but are 9.5" wide and are 19" vs. my current 17". I'm planning on running 265/30R19 tires.

Mind you I am going to install the ROW M030 suspension kit. Spacers for the rears or not?