New Wheels - what spacer and bolts?

[coolbreeze551]

Looking at getting these wheels for my 2001 base

18" 997 TURBO STYLE WHEELS SET FOR PORSCHE 996 997 944 928 C2 RIMS AND CAPS | eBay

Can someone help me with spacers and bolts needed? I think I need 15mm spacer but not sure about the bolts. I am not too familiar with fitment and after searching the site didn't really find a straight answer. First pair of aftermarket wheels ever so I want to make sure I get everything right the first time with help from the wheel experts around here.

[Johnny Danger]

The fronts will fit without the need for spacers, but the "stance" probably won't be to your liking . The rears, however, will require 20mm spacers (IMO +50 is not enough offset) in order to give you the clearance that you need and 'look" you want .

[coolbreeze551]

Originally Posted by Johnny Danger

The fronts will fit without the need for spacers, but the "stance" probably won't be to your liking . The rears, however, will require 20mm spacers (IMO +50 is not enough offset) in order to give you the clearance that you need and 'look" you want .

Thanks JD. What spacers would you recommend on the front to change the "stance" to be a little more sexy? Also what size bolts am I looking for for these spacers? Thanks

[Johnny Danger]

Originally Posted by coolbreeze551

Thanks JD. What spacers would you recommend on the front to change the "stance" to be a little more sexy? Also what size bolts am I looking for for these spacers? Thanks

Since the fronts are only 8 inches wide, depending on what size tire you'll be using in terms of width, I'd recommend bringing the front offset down to around +40 (i.e. 10mm spacers) . As far as lug bolt length is concerned, simply add the increase in spacer width to the oem bolt which has a shaft of 28 mm's . For example, 28mm + 10mm spacer = 38mm bolt, or thereabouts . Be careful, however, not to use lug bolts that are too long in the rear ! If they're too long, they'll protrude into the e-brake assembly and cause a mess .

[coolbreeze551]

Thanks for the quick replays JD. I didn't know that the original bolts are 28mm that info helped a lot as well as helping with the stance. I will begin my search for the extra pieces. :dance: