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Old 09-25-2013, 08:11 PM   #1
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Need some help with offset for 19" wheels

Hey, I'm looking to buy some wheels for my 02 boxster and was wondering if stock 19" off a 987 would fit without spacers. Here are the sizes 8/57 and 9.5/46. Thanks

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I have the 996 "twist" below in 18" with 23mm spacer for the rear. The front didn't need it.
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Old 09-25-2013, 08:24 PM   #3
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Hey, I'm looking to buy some wheels for my 02 boxster and was wondering if stock 19" off a 987 would fit without spacers. Here are the sizes 8/57 and 9.5/46. Thanks
The short answer is yes. Although the offset for the front wheels is quite high. I would recommend lowering the offset by at least 10 to 15 mm's for starters.
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The short answer is yes. Although the offset for the front wheels is quite high. I would recommend lowering the offset by at least 10 to 15 mm's for starters.
Does that mean I need spacers for the front to make it flush? Where can a buy some spacers?
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Sorry if I'm stating the obvious, but installing spacers will also require longer lug bolts, which ramps up the cost considerably.
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Old 09-26-2013, 06:12 AM   #6
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I got the kit from ebay for about $140 (pair). I don't know how precise it is but it drives smooth. I might have to put a dial indicator to the hub one day.

The spacer I got is secured with two screws to the spindle. Obviously, you have to take off the screws at the rotor.

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