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Old 06-07-2018, 08:20 PM   #1
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I'm using 20mm spacers front and rear with the original 17" turbo twist wheels. I purchased the spacers thru ECS, they came with the correct length longer bolts.


Why spacers? I have the 17 inch turbo twist offset, with no need for spacers..


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Why spacers? I have the 17 inch turbo twist offset, with no need for spacers..


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For looks mostly moves the wheels and tires out gives the car a broader stance.
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As Cunningr said, for looks, they fill out the wheel wells.
They also add a few IHP.

IHP = Imagined Horse Power
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