BP Legacy wheels on a GC8

[FST4RD]

I'm seriously thinking about shaping out my mags for the factory 18" straight spoke wheels that come on the BP turbo Legacy.

Anyone done this? Any pics?

Am I going to be able to use the factory tyre size?

I also assume these will fit over factory 4 pot brakes?

[whatshouldiget?]

Im going to assume the factory tire size for the BP wheels are 225 wide since thats whats on my car. If they are, you will need atleast a 5mm spacer in the rear, otherwise it will not clear the shock. A rear guard roll will be needed if you are lower than standard height. Even at standard height it probably wouldnt be a bad idea to roll them as it will most likely rub when you go over dips/bumps

[GC8E2DD]

The factory size is 215/40/18, so check the rolling diameter against 205/50/16 to see how far your speedo will be out. The width should be fine. Yes, they fit over four pots. You might need a guard roll in the rear.

[GC8E2DD]

Hrm, looks like 2.95℅ bigger, which is not major. Just keep in mind your speedo is reading low.

This is when I tried my spare BP set on the coupe - I think to check the four pot thing.

[gotasuby]

Tyre size is 215/45r18

[FST4RD]

I'm currently running 215/40/17's.

[GC8E2DD]

 gotasuby said:

Tyre size is 215/45r18

Woops, well that's more like 6.5%, which is a lot. I confused myself because we're now running 225/40/18s on the Legacy which has a much greater choice.

[ADIKT]

I have pics somewhere from a test fit.

Just need tyres then I'll chuck them on

[whatshouldiget?]

You will be fine with 215's. Little roll in the rear still recommended though

[FST4RD]

Thanks. Just looking forward to any problems pics on a gc8...

can anyone tell me the offset and width of the rims?

[gotasuby]

7" and +55 I think

[94 Leone]

GTB 17's fit on GC8 and rub around corners. I'd hate to think about 18's... Although they'd probably have my speedo reading juuust right.

[GC8E2DD]

I've seen these rims driving around on a blue coupe in Wellington. Someone on here might've even bought that car (had Wilwoods and some other bits and pieces). You definitely don't want to use the factory tyres though.

[FST4RD]

So something like a 205/45/18 or 205/40/18?

[gotasuby]

Guy at work has car with will woods on it with those wheels. I'll check tyre size.

[FST4RD]

 gotasuby said:

Guy at work has car with will woods on it with those wheels. I'll check tyre size.

Is it a wrx? Do you mind snapping a pic?