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Originally Posted by darrin
I believe that 16x9 rears fit just fine without fender rolling/etc and actually sit about as far "out" toward the fenders as 16x8 wheels -- much of the extra inch (over 16x8) sits on the inside of the wheel.
Tire availability is the "rub" (see where I went there . . .) with 16x9 wheels, however, as there are VERY few choices available in the 245/45-16 tire size they require, while 16x8 wheels can run the readily-available 225/50-16 tire size.
As indicated above, many folks (me included) DO need to roll their front fenders on narrow body carreras to avoid rubbing when running 16x7 wheels and 205/55-16 tires. Also, keep in mind that you can use your current 16x7 rears up front and simply buy a pair of 16x8 for the rear. Finally, don't forget that Porsche Classic is now selling real 16x8 fuchs (new) for a not-so-astronomical price (around $1,200 each) in standard black center finish. Suncoast Porsche Parts & Accessories Fuchs Wheel - 16 x 8 |
I have 7's and 9's on my SC. My car sits lowered than stock. I had to roll my front fenders to fit 205/55-16's up front. My 9's rubbed when I was running stock torsion bars and 245/45-16 Toyo RA1's. Since then I have switched to 26mm rear torsion bars, and no more rubbing. Last year I switched from the Toyo's to Bridgestone RE-11's, and they aren't quite as square shouldered as the RA's, so I have better clearance. I'm willing to bet that the RE-11's wouldn't have rubbed using stock rear torsion bars.