Official P5 wheel thread.

[khaosman]

My wheels: Kosei K1-TS 17x7, Bridgestone Potenza S03 (215/45/17)

[romecandleboy]

Exel TZ10 hyperblack -17x7, 45 offset - Hankook Ventus HRII 215/40/17

[anarchistchiken]

Has anyone seen HP Racing Evo wheels on a protege? I saw these wheels on my buddies BMW whis weekend and I absolutely fell in love with them. I'm thinking about selling my Motegi's and getting the Evo's now...

[Alpinejwl]

love them black on black!

[NJP5Guy]

My wheels: Kosei K1-TS 17x7, Bridgestone Potenza S03 (215/45/17)

thats what i was looking to get for my car. I am debating about getting the silver or the dark gray like yours. looks good in the gray. those are way tall tires you have though. post more pics of those wheels please.

[khaosman]

thats what i was looking to get for my car. I am debating about getting the silver or the dark gray like yours. looks good in the gray. those are way tall tires you have though. post more pics of those wheels please.

More pics in this thread: http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=107859

I think it should look perfect once I get the MSP springs in :D

[zoombox]

OZ Superleggera
17x7 +45 offset

Kumho Ecsta MX
215/40/17

Tein S.Tech

[chuyler1]

Yay I finally get to post on this thread!

Rota Track-R 16x7 +45 (Royal Bronze)
Toyo Proxes4 195/50/16
Espelir Springs (1.4" drop)

http://www.msprotege.com/members/chuyler1/wheels/IMG_0102.jpg

More Pictures: http://www.msprotege.com/members/chuyler1/wheels/

[LRHK]

Just like I want for my car... looks great (thumb)

OZ Superleggera
17x7 +45 offset

Kumho Ecsta MX
215/40/17

Tein S.Tech

[L8R]

bumping old threads :)

[Protege52003]

bumping old threads :)

nothing wrong with this.....

my konig holes...... 16x7

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Protege52003/115.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/Protege52003/121.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/Protege52003/124.jpg


-R

[Nutari]

What are the cheapest lightest 16" wheels I can get?

[GhostLinker]

They are a bit more expensive then your average wheel ... but they are very light (and they look good !). 15.2 pounds per wheel !

This is the price for 17x7 at tiretrends is $324 CAN

You cab also go on www.wheelspecs.com/ (http://www.wheelspecs.com/) and search for wheels.
Just remember you will need at least 45mm offset for the P5.

[Boston5761]

[QUOTE=Alpinejwl]Quote:
<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=6 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD class=alt2 style="BORDER-RIGHT: 1px inset; BORDER-TOP: 1px inset; BORDER-LEFT: 1px inset; BORDER-BOTTOM: 1px inset">Originally Posted by carmaniac
16x7" Rota GT3s +40 offset
195/50R16 Dunlop SP Sport 5000M


http://members.shaw.ca/carmaniac/images/P5/Picture%20227.jpg
</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

what springs do you have?

[InFlames]

On page 13 it says H&R...


http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=72621

[wipedawg]

just curious about the weight of my 18 inch enkei RS7's.... anybody know what the weight of one of those is, or where i could find the weight? All i know is when i took them off to replace my brakes, they weren't heavy at all.

[bonesmp5]

i found this for you-- off a suby talk page -- this is what one member had to say about the wheels you asked about -------




Pics of Enkei RS7's on Silver GT

6 Attachment(s)
Man the black rims on a silver car with dark tinted windows looks freakin sweet. These things fit great with the 1" drop from the STI springs.

18x7.5x45mm offset. Very flush fit with no rubbing no matter how hard I tried. 225/40/18's Bfg Scorchers. Don't know how good these tires are, pretty much came in a package deal, but they feel freakin wonderfull compared to stock.

Stock smooth ride, a little noisier at 80 on the freeway, much better turn in and handling, strong grip with no more front tire spin at launch. For you guys that got bigger better tires, did you notice that the brakes feel much stronger now. They always felt a little spongey when stopping from anything over 55mph. The initial bite of the brakes feel a little better, and overall stopping had a nice noticable improvement, with the car feeling a lot more stable!

Downside, the rims and tires weight 6lbs more than the factory. Factory was 37lbs, these are 43lbs. I thought for sure I would notice a performance difference or loss, but the car feels exactly the same. I have heard that turbo's liked a little resistance for making better power, or the difference is negligable!

[romecandleboy]

[QUOTE=Alpinejwl]Quote:
<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=6 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD class=alt2 style="BORDER-RIGHT: 1px inset; BORDER-TOP: 1px inset; BORDER-LEFT: 1px inset; BORDER-BOTTOM: 1px inset">Originally Posted by carmaniac
16x7" Rota GT3s +40 offset
195/50R16 Dunlop SP Sport 5000M


http://members.shaw.ca/carmaniac/images/P5/Picture%20227.jpg
</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

what springs do you have?

I believe this car is dropped on H&R springs

[wipedawg]

thanks for the help

[CWiLL]

that white car with the gt3s is so nice makes me want a white p5

[31R]

Here's my new 17x7.5 Katana Vr6's with a 205 45 17 tire.


Dude i am jocking your rims!?!?! Where and how much!

[aMaff]

does any1 make 16x6 (stock size) in stock offset, aftermarket rims, and where can u get them?

[protege503]

Motegi FF6 18 , 215-35-18

[hookdupdelsol]

Motegi FF6 18 , 215-35-18

These look VERY nice!

[Canecreekfreak]

Don't know how I missed this thread before... Here are my summer wheels...

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/6/web/2070000-2070999/2070600_18_full.jpg

17" ASA AR1's in black w/Kuhmo tires. More pics on my Cardomain page- Cardomain (http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2070600/3)

[chiefmg]

does any1 make 16x6 (stock size) in stock offset, aftermarket rims, and where can u get them?

I've been looking myself for some 16" rims, and all I can find in that size are the 4 bolt pattern. I want to get some five spoke pattern (similar to Gram Lights) and it looks as though I may have to go with 17" eventually. Sucks that it's so popular to supersize rims now, limits the choices for the rest of us.

[clicknext]

You know, I wonder how the Mazda6 rims would look on the P5. I wonder if they'd fit... I think they'd be fantastic, those are really some of the best stock rims in existence in my opinion. They're pretty close to the 2002 P5 rims, but just that much more edge to them.

[Phoenix5]

I'm sorry to break it to all you guys but I think these 16"s look sicker than all of your 17"s. I think 17"s and more so 18"s make the tires look too thin on the P5.

carmaniac, you got any more pictures? Your site looks incomplete.

Edit: Found some...
http://www.msprotege.com/forum/showthread.php?t=72621

Woot Woot for 16s!!!(lol2)

[khaosman]

Check out Rota's wheels... some Slipstreams would look sick.

[DeadGeneration]

These are my new rims. I need springs of course, but you know... http://www.floridamazdaclub.com/forums/index.php?act=garage&CODE=12&CID=12

The first 2 pics and the last pic are the newest, featuring rims and niteshaded tails that are not in the other pics, otherwise everything else is pretty up to date.

[FlannelBoy711]

I keep it gangsta


http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/5/web/437000-437999/437984_30_full.jpg

[jR.]

gangsta....:)

[altspace]

Bring on the pics!

[aMaff]

I keep it gangsta


http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/5/web/437000-437999/437984_30_full.jpg
nice...those look a lot like mine ;) I like the silver emblem tho, looks hot

[urbanbiker]

hey,

here are the wheels i'm goin with for my mica black p5 17x7 +45mm offset. 16.8lbs.. decent

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/8/web/560000-560999/560833_23_full.jpg

Just put my down payment on them, goin to pick them up a week from saturday

Matt

[capnsavem]

yeah! those are teh hawtness!!!

[chronus377]

Here are mine. I forgot the brand name, but they are 18's and riding on a stock suspension (unfortunately).

http://polycreator.com/photoblog/photos/interesting/IMG_0053.jpg

[bonesmp5]

ADR -- 17x7 +48

[aMaff]

quick threadjack:
What size hubcentric rings do we need?

Thanks

Andrew

[capnsavem]

quick threadjack:
What size hubcentric rings do we need?

Thanks

Andrew
67.1

[jR.]

Here are mine. I forgot the brand name, but they are 18's and riding on a stock suspension (unfortunately).

http://polycreator.com/photoblog/photos/interesting/IMG_0053.jpg
Thiose are Phat, I want them Now , Same color as mine so they really look sick.

[chronus377]

Thiose are Phat, I want them Now , Same color as mine so they really look sick.

Thanks dude, I think they complement the car's shape pretty well and I love gun metal grey. I was EXTREMELY lucky since they came with the car, the dealership where I bought the car from customizes cars untill they sell, so they were band new. (thumb)

[aMaff]

How do y'all like these? That's a custom, one off piece.
EDIT:
Concrete: 1
Me: 0

[Prodigy]

How do y'all like these? That's a custom, one off piece.
That's custom alright! (first)

[JDM-P5]

How do y'all like these? That's a custom, one off piece.
HA HA...good one Andrew.

ADR SZ-1 17" trim wrapped w/Mirada Sport GTX rubber (Yokohama subsidary)
http://my.prostreetonline.com/album/jdm-p5/RedCalipers2.JPG
http://my.prostreetonline.com/album/jdm-p5/katie1.JPG

I love my wheels...so no copying.
K?
Thx.
Bye!!

[JDM-P5]

Yes.


Phil......



.....loves the hoochies.

[chronus377]

How do y'all like these? That's a custom, one off piece.
EDIT:
Concrete: 1
Me: 0


I shed a tear for you :eek:.

I hope you get them replaced because those rims are positively awesome.

[altspace]

Paint that lip!

[aMaff]

I shed a tear for you :eek:.

I hope you get them replaced because those rims are positively awesome.
got a set on the way :D
w00t eBay! (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8039807241&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT)

Paint that lip!
hahah, I think they need a bit more that that lol

[Protege52003]

put my konigs on monday....

my neighbors probably thing i am crazy. i had my steelies on through last thursday, put a set of 01 ES 2.0 rims on from thurs-monday and then put my konigs on......

-R

[jR.]

N e more updates??

[slowmp5]

N e more updates??
my lexus is300 wheels

[Protege52003]

my lexus is300 wheels

looking nice.....i wondered if they would fit out cars? now i know.

-R

[slowmp5]

It takes some machining of the hub, but not that dificult.

[Boston5761]

http://my.prostreetonline.com/album/jdm-p5/katie1.JPG



get the fuck off my hood.....(pissed) I dont see why you guys let chicks lay on your cars. My girlfriend tried to sit on the front part of my hood one time an i snapped. I dont care how fine the chick is..she aint laying on my hood.

[khaosman]

My autocross wheels
http://www.khaosman.com/albums/waterloo0409/waterloo03.jpg

[chuyler1]

fatty boom batty!

[Dark_Phantom]

Anyone have some advice regarding some makes of polished aluminum rims that actually shine? I want some of the aluminum rims that pretty much look like chrome, 17's preferably.

[Canecreekfreak]

http://my.prostreetonline.com/album/jdm-p5/katie1.JPG



get the fuck off my hood.....(pissed) I dont see why you guys let chicks lay on your cars. My girlfriend tried to sit on the front part of my hood one time an i snapped. I dont care how fine the chick is..she aint laying on my hood.

HA! Too funny! A true car guy.
Here's to reviving an old thread. Any new pics people?

[BadKarma]

Now this is how you enhance a wagon... With authentic wagon parts. 48 inches large!

http://www.bobpaty.com/BlackAndWhitePhotography/images/J-WagonWheel.jpg

I really like those ADR SZ-1 17's... Very nice.

http://my.prostreetonline.com/album/jdm-p5/RedCalipers2.JPG

[AKYellow]

Wheels: 17" Enkei RSV Anthracite
Tires: 205/40/17 Kuhmo MXs

Next month: Eibach Prokit Springs

[altspace]

18x7.5 RAYS g-Games wolf 77

http://www.altspace.com/p5/p5_brembo1.jpg

http://www.altspace.com/p5/p5_brembo2.jpg

http://www.altspace.com/p5/p5_brembo3.jpg

http://www.altspace.com/p5/p5_brembo4.jpg

http://www.altspace.com/p5/p5_brembo5.jpg

[AKYellow]

Hey Altspace what kind of suspension are you riding on?

[SHAGwagn]

5Zigen Copse. See below.

[kurt]

http://www.msprotege.com/members/kurt/P5F34.jpg

Black 5Zigen-ish wheels. 17x7 +45.
Kumho MX 205/40/17
Progress springs. Their rear sway bar is back there too.

[altspace]

Hey Altspace what kind of suspension are you riding on?

Just Tein S-Tech springs on OEM struts for now. Upgrading soon.

[wmbeaver]

Eagle Alloys Series 193 Silver 17x7 Wheels
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y151/the_real_beaver/Car/DSC01737.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y151/the_real_beaver/Car/100_1660.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y151/the_real_beaver/Car/100_1675.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y151/the_real_beaver/Car/100_1677.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y151/the_real_beaver/Car/100_1674.jpg

and another pic in my sig

[gottacatchup]

Kazera KZ-B's 17x7
http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/5734/p1010067wheelwl8.th.jpg (http://img220.imageshack.us/my.php?image=p1010067wheelwl8.jpg)

[P5inder]

ADR 5... somethings
42MM Offset
17X7
Not sure how heavy
Silver with red pinstripe

(Traded with my Eagle 160 series with my buddy. 160's looked wicked, were light 16.8lb each but had 35MM offset.)

Rear fenders are rolled...

[Daddybluwagon]

here they are Voxx 17's wit Cooper zeon pt tires

[Tiger Brand]

Modia by Keiichi Tsuchiya
17X7
+45 Offset
Kumho Ecsta SPT
205/40/17

http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/7366/photoshoot007xc5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[meinp5]

bumpage.

[vicham]

does anyone have 17" bronze Enkei EVO5 or white Volk TE37 on laser blue p5???

[wmbeaver]

17x7 mx-5 wheels:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y151/the_real_beaver/DSC_0019.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y151/the_real_beaver/DSC_0085.jpg

[jonlong]

My new wheels...will be installed this wednesday.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20001.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20002.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20003.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20004.jpg

[meinp5]

sweet!(drive2)

[BadKarma]

Making me jealous. MX-5 wheels looks brilliant on the P5, and those Enkei's are so sweet...

[bazooka joe]

konig verdict 18x7.5 with parada spec II's

[bamflee84]

Just wondering how people with ADR rims like them. Been running across controversy on the quality of their rims. If any one can just put in their input on their products. Looking for new set of rims to replace my g racing kuma.

[meinp5]

Just wondering how people with ADR rims like them. Been running across controversy on the quality of their rims. If any one can just put in their input on their products. Looking for new set of rims to replace my g racing kuma.

JCell has them on his MSP. PM him.

[aMaff]

I've got ADR Formula5s, and I haven't had any major problems. The finish doesn't really stand up to abuse (getting dinged with tools), but that's more user error than anything lol.

Pics:
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a247/amaff/The%20Pro5/IMG_3041Medium.jpg

clean ftw!
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a247/amaff/The%20Pro5/IMG_3127Medium.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a247/amaff/The%20Pro5/IMG_3128Medium.jpg

[jc2904]

no problems here....had them for two years

[Simply Silver]

Here's mine,
Although thinking about putting on rx8 wheels. Maybe after xmas
Cheers

Heres mine.

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p10/Simply_Silver/DSC03654.jpg

[urbanbiker]

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid225/pf5b34547eb7cde935f120869b038db9c/e9ef834b.jpg

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid225/p24405c5d7542c24f77c434479c61ee10/e9ef82f9.jpg

[liljae8]

black on white yo with kumho ECSTA Supra 712
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b17/liljae8/blackrims002-1.jpg

[rednecks_r_us]

5 ZIGEN FNO1R (light weight J-spec track edition)

16X7 with 205/45/16 tires

Unknown offset as its written in Japanese.

They were a flat black but I painted them gloss black with blue mica. Its the same paint as my headlights, grills, hood, roof, valve cover & lower body stripe.

[jonlong]

http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20005.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20006.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20007.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20008.jpg

[chuyler1]

Nice looking wheels....I'm prolly not the first to say this but...drop it!

[khaosman]

Nice looking wheels....I'm prolly not the first to say this but...drop it!

I agree, can't wait to see it dropped (which is in the future, according to his sig). Get to it :D

[silverpro5]

looks GREAT dude

[jonlong]

Thanks for the compliments guys. Springs and struts will be installed sometime within the next month.

[jonlong]

I posted some other pics in the photo/video section and somebody photoshopped one of them to make the car look lower. Here it is:
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e114/Boricua_SHO/car010chop.jpg

[SuperProtege5]

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid225/pf5b34547eb7cde935f120869b038db9c/e9ef834b.jpg

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid225/p24405c5d7542c24f77c434479c61ee10/e9ef82f9.jpg

What wheels are these?

[Nomad]

Riax Seca 10 spoke.
Not a name brand but my wife picked them out when it was her daily.

Now that it's mine, I am tempted to swap with her new Mazda3 and paint the mz3 wheels dark silver.



http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/2056000-2056999/2056679_8_full.jpg

[Pointbreak328]

So basically I'm just asking for trouble if I wanted to do an 18" set +40? I'm lowered 2" front and back.

[Pointbreak328]

Here's the link to the wheels I'm hoping to god will fit.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Wheels-3000GT-G35-300M-GS430-Aviator-S2000-5-Lug-Rim_W0QQitemZ230198672921QQihZ013QQcategoryZ43958Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[mx-p5]

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid225/pf5b34547eb7cde935f120869b038db9c/e9ef834b.jpg

What wheels are these?

Awaiting answer. These from the inside cover of modified for $699 with tires shipped?

Tylor

[turboprotege5]

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj254/turbop5/IMG_3815.jpg

[JLBMP5]

I have a set of 18s but I have no clue what the offset is the brand is VSR
My tires are 215/35/18
I had a rub issue untill I had fenders rolled here are some pics
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x145/JLBMP5/car/1.jpg

Here are some pics of the roll I had done
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x145/JLBMP5/100_1096.jpg
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x145/JLBMP5/100_1095.jpg
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x145/JLBMP5/100_1094.jpg

[A louie]

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid225/pf5b34547eb7cde935f120869b038db9c/e9ef834b.jpg


Awaiting answer. These from the inside cover of modified for $699 with tires shipped?

Tylor

What is the make of those rims. I really like them and tempted to buy them!

[vicham]

i believe those are enkei rp03

[A louie]

i believe those are enkei rp03

I think you are now my new hero!

[vicham]

here is mine
http://i19.tinypic.com/8eh5i7n.jpg
just got them last month^^
i definately need to take better pic of my car

[GMalatrasi]

Anyone have white wheels on their Laser Blue P5???

[aMaff]

Nope.


:p

[JC-MP5]

Rota SVN Hyperblack 17x7.5 +48 offset ^_^

Fake volk re30's FTW!

[ZOOMit]

Here's mine,
Although thinking about putting on rx8 wheels. Maybe after xmas
Cheers

Will they fit. w/o modification?

[marsean]

I recently purchased a set of practically new (about 3,000 miles) wheels/tires from a friend of mine who had them on his RSX. One of my stock rims had been slightly bent resulting in uneven tread wear. Besides, I was in need of a new set of tires anyway...but I digress.
First, some of the details. The wheels are Rotas, 17x7, +45. The tires are BF Goodrich G-force, 225 45 R17. I know the whole setup is big, but having read some of the threads here it seemed to be about the biggest I could safely run. Suspension is stock. I had issues with the rear wheels not sitting right, so I went with 3/16" wheel spacers (no spacers up front). My problem is the rear wheels rub the fender when I go over large bumps/dips. No rubbing observed so far up front.
I'm looking for a fix that wouldn't set me back too much. Is the current wheel setup gonna be too big for the car? Are the spacers creating the issue? I appreciate any and all help anyone can provide. Thanks!

[Reitrof]

45 offset with 225 alone is going to be tight. I was running 205's with 45 offset and had to roll the LR fender. 225's and spacers will probably be too much. What was the issue with the rears that you put spacers on?

[marsean]

45 offset with 225 alone is going to be tight. I was running 205's with 45 offset and had to roll the LR fender. 225's and spacers will probably be too much. What was the issue with the rears that you put spacers on?
The shape of the rear hub wouldn't allow the new wheel to sit flat (the hole in the middle of the rim wasn't quite large enough to fit around the protruding center of the hub--does that make sense?). The spacer was the only way for the rear wheels to be positioned correctly.
If it turns out I need to have the rear fenders rolled, what all is entailed?

[Reitrof]

Understood. your best bet would be to find a machine shop to bore out the center hub on the wheels so they fit properly, spacers are not the best way to go.

There are different ways and tools to roll fenders. Do a search on this board and the internet. Some tools attach the the hub and some are freehand.

[marsean]

Understood. your best bet would be to find a machine shop to bore out the center hub on the wheels so they fit properly, spacers are not the best way to go.

There are different ways and tools to roll fenders. Do a search on this board and the internet. Some tools attach the the hub and some are freehand.
Thanks for the advice. I'll do some research and find out what my options are. To offer up another possibility: would stiffer springs keep the wheels from bouncing enough to make contact?

[marsean]

Will removing the 3/16" spacers really affect it that much?

[Reitrof]

Will removing the 3/16" spacers really affect it that much?

Most stiffer springs will lower the car as well. The spacers are solving your hub issue but affecting your tire hitting the fender.

[khaosman]

It will HELP, but who knows how much. Those are big tires.

Fix your hub issue and go from there. My Rotas had the same problem on the rear as well. It didn't seem like you need much extra clearance at all... maybe you could use a dremel and file down either the hub cap thing or the hub bore of the wheel.

[marsean]

It will HELP, but who knows how much. Those are big tires.

Fix your hub issue and go from there. My Rotas had the same problem on the rear as well. It didn't seem like you need much extra clearance at all... maybe you could use a dremel and file down either the hub cap thing or the hub bore of the wheel.
Is the issue here that those tires are just too big for the car? Do I need to see about 215's instead of the 225?

[justanothermp5]

here is mine
http://i19.tinypic.com/8eh5i7n.jpg
just got them last month^^
i definately need to take better pic of my car

what size are they and are u lowered??

[marsean]

what size are they and are u lowered??
They're 225/45/17's riding on 17x7.5 (+45 offset) rota subzeros. Suspension is stock. The outer sidewall is making contact with the inner fender (not the wheel well, best I can tell, but the bent lip of the fender) when going over large bumps/dips. This happens with the back empty; I can only imagine the horror show with passengers in back.

[justanothermp5]

They're 225/45/17's riding on 17x7.5 (+45 offset) rota subzeros. Suspension is stock. The outer sidewall is making contact with the inner fender (not the wheel well, best I can tell, but the bent lip of the fender) when going over large bumps/dips. This happens with the back empty; I can only imagine the horror show with passengers in back.

really? thats odd i kno those are big tires but i wouldnt think they would make contact with the fender, maybe downsize to a 215 45r17, that should work better in my opinion

[khaosman]

Is the issue here that those tires are just too big for the car? Do I need to see about 215's instead of the 225?

Next time you need tires, I'd get 215/45/17s like mentioned. Do you have a sedan or a wagon? Wagon has less room in the rear. Check this thread out: http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9129

[marsean]

Next time you need tires, I'd get 215/45/17s like mentioned. Do you have a sedan or a wagon? Wagon has less room in the rear. Check this thread out: http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9129
Thanks, once again, to everyone for their input. I have the wagon. I saw that thread just today, unfortunately too late for my situation. The only reason I went with tires that big was because they came already on the rims, which I bought off a friend at too good a price to pass up. Unfortunately, any savings I thought I might have gained by buying through a friend will probably be negated by the time I figure out a way to fix my problem.

Another thing that's adding to the problem which I forgot to mention in my last post was that I had to use spacers (3/16") to make the rear wheels sit correctly on the hubs, making an already bad situation worse...

[vicham]

what size are they and are u lowered??

They are 17X7 +42mm with 205/40/17 tires. I am lowered with Tokico HP and Tein H tech combo. The drop is very subtle. I think S tech would be much better.

[marsean]

After much drama with a previous set of wheels, I settled on these.
They're 17" Drag DR-19, +45mm offset, wrapped in 205/45/17 Kumho Ecsta AST's. Obviously I'm not lowered at the moment, but the 45 series does a little bit better job of filling the gap than 40 series. No rubbing issues with this set.
(Please pardon the filth. It's been raining off and on the past few weeks and I just can't seem to keep it clean)
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[SuperProtege5]

Don't look bad at all. I'd prefer them in a little darker color, but overall nice choice.

[shortbus_KEV]

205/40/17 with 7.5" 42et

[marsean]

Don't look bad at all. I'd prefer them in a little darker color, but overall nice choice.
Thanks. You know, I had some gunmetal rims of a different variety for a little bit. While I liked the look, I didn't have any other dark accents on my car to tie in with them. To really bring the look together, I would have ended up tinting windows, smoking the taillights, etc, etc. With the silver, I was going with something I already knew works as-is (like the stock rims) and looks good.

[Sveivo]

Here are my rims, guys (nailbyt)

They are 15x6, +41 offset. Tire size: 185/65/15. (headbang)

[SuperProtege5]

Thanks. You know, I had some gunmetal rims of a different variety for a little bit. While I liked the look, I didn't have any other dark accents on my car to tie in with them. To really bring the look together, I would have ended up tinting windows, smoking the taillights, etc, etc. With the silver, I was going with something I already knew works as-is (like the stock rims) and looks good.

Totally understand man. Still a good choice. Take care of them.

[CanMP5]

My sig pretty much says it...but the pics are on this link
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?p=3660146#post3660146

SSR TypeC-RS 17x7.5 +48 offset

[khaosman]

My sig pretty much says it...but the pics are on this link
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?p=3660146#post3660146

SSR TypeC-RS 17x7.5 +48 offset

Hot!

[iLLuminati]

hey guys,

i`m looking for some pics of the rota P45 rims on a P5..... could somebody help me ??

greetz

[br289165]

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj298/br289165/p5001-1.jpg
17"/7" Hyper Dark Kyowa Racing Kr 206s W/ Nitto 205/40/17s, 42mm offset.

[MonkeyBone]

Summer ones: o.e 16x6" 2003 P5 wheels wrapped with 215/45ZR16 Dunlop Direzza DZ 101
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Winter ones: 14x5.5" +38 offset (Bronze Painted) 1995 Eagle Talon wrapped with 185/70R14 Michelin X-Ice
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126714

[P5inder]

Hello all,

Decided to change my wheels, since I got a bit 'o money saved up for my birthday, I've never really liked the old wheels and I found a good deal on these.

ADR MSport 17X7 - et 48

What d'ya'll think?

Now all I need to do is change the silver headlights for blacked out ones...

[aMaff]

love the ADR mesh wheels. I didn't know they made them in such a protege friendly offset. Good deal! Bad camera ;)

[P5inder]

love the ADR mesh wheels. I didn't know they made them in such a protege friendly offset. Good deal! Bad camera ;)

Phone Camera + Shaky hands = poor photo quality...

[808MP5]

Im pretty sure most of you already seen mine but here we go anyways.
19" Racing Hart C5's
http://img.mypicgallery.com/MyProtege5/picture-236_large.jpg

[stx195]

Didn't want to go for another set of wheels right now... so painted the stock 16's a BMW Gun Metal color...

Maybe that will hold me over while I burn up these tires...

[MazdaPam]

http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20005.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20006.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20007.jpg
http://www.msprotege.com/members/jonlong/wheels%20008.jpg

This one is my fav. These wheels made my jaw drop. (rockon)

[MTV]

Slapping the Racing Harts on tonight. Ill take a few quick pics tomorrow and then I'll get a photoshoot arranged sometime soon.

[slideshow240]

i see that no one really runs any aggressive offsets...
i have 17x7 +50 (i want add a 20mm spacer when i get coilovers) and 17x8 +45 and they fit fine. i mean i COULD use a roll in the rear but no big deal it rubs on occasion. see sig.

[oem plus]

^^^^^I agree with slideshow, most guys are afraid of a little poke (a little fender rolling never hurt nobody...lol). I think out cars look perfect like that.I know alot of people are about performance and weight, but I am going to be using my stockers for auto x and pick up a nicer/wider set for daily driving.

BTW....nice car slideshow! You should post some other pics.

[aMaff]

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a247/amaff/The%20Pro5/IMG_1325.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a247/amaff/The%20Pro5/IMG_1323.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a247/amaff/The%20Pro5/IMG_1313.jpg

I think she needs the new springs I've had sitting in my garage asap

[Rusty Protege]

I held the old and new in each hand and they seem to weigh the same as the stockers. 16 X 7 48mm offset. MB brand

[N2OInferno]

I'm not a big fan of poke/stretch on the P5. I'd do it on my GTI though.

[InFlames]

MB Weapon 17X7 in bronze

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3288/2676249046_a65dbc60b4.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3150/2676249060_b85bb9cbc7.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3027/2675926424_370959f4ab.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3195/2675926400_6ea4b86bb2.jpg

[br289165]

Aggressive offsets are damaging to the wheel bearings.





i see that no one really runs any aggressive offsets...
i have 17x7 +50 (i want add a 20mm spacer when i get coilovers) and 17x8 +45 and they fit fine. i mean i COULD use a roll in the rear but no big deal it rubs on occasion. see sig.

[Valk]

just have to say inflames, those rims have me tempted..real tempted.

[brickisred]

Anyone running 16x7's with a +38 offset? Found a set of Enkei's I like but not sure if they'll fit or be detrimental to bearings, etc.

I also wanted to run some 205/50/16 Kumho ASX's on these.

[magnumP5]

^^^ Nope, won't work, well I guess they'd work but would rub like crazy Stick with +45 mm and higher (just not too high!) offsets and you'll be happy. Personally, I'm going to be running some Volk CE28Ns in 18x7.5 +50 trim when I get the money...

[brickisred]

Thanks. So I guess they'd rub mostly on the front when turning because of the extra width?

Funny, Discount Tire has some 38 and 40 offset wheels that pop up when searching for wheels that fit Pro 5. Kinda confusing...

[magnumP5]

Thanks. So I guess they'd rub mostly on the front when turning because of the extra width?

Funny, Discount Tire has some 38 and 40 offset wheels that pop up when searching for wheels that fit Pro 5. Kinda confusing...
Nope, the width is fine - people most often go up to 7.5" wide wheels and a few people have actually run 8" wide wheels with no rubber. That unless you're talking about the offset then, yes. The problem there is the offset and that, more than likely, any bump you hit will send the edge of the tire into you fender - not good for either.

[brickisred]

Well that's no good. Dang, guess I'll keep looking, thanks for the help!
I just wonder why some of these websites show incorrect sizes when you search for specific fitment...

[magnumP5]

They just probably have a generic "Protege" catagory in which they lump them all together. The sedans can actually go with slightly lower offsets because they have more space in the rear wheelwells (that's where we get hurt). Even so, +40 mm seems low, even for a sedan. I agree, I wonder where they get their info from.

[CTt3P5]

^^^ Nope, won't work, well I guess they'd work but would rub like crazy Stick with +45 mm and higher (just not too high!) offsets and you'll be happy. Personally, I'm going to be running some Volk CE28Ns in 18x7.5 +50 trim when I get the money...

I am running 16x7 with a +45 offest with 205/50/16's and no problems at all. But I will only be running this setup for two more weeks. Soon it will be 16x6.5 with a +55 offset, also with 205/50/16's. :D

[magnumP5]

Soon it will be 16x6.5 with a +55 offset, also with 205/506/16's. :D
Seems like a stock wheel size, what type of wheels? The +55 mm offset seems a little high, but with the smaller wide and tire you should be fine. I only say this because I currently have the MSP Racing Harts which are +55 mm and I rub the inner rear fender liner when the rear of the car is loaded.

[CTt3P5]

Seems like a stock wheel size, what type of wheels? The +55 mm offset seems a little high, but with the smaller wide and tire you should be fine. I only say this because I currently have the MSP Racing Harts which are +55 mm and I rub the inner rear fender liner when the rear of the car is loaded.

Ya, the high offset has me a little concerned but I guess I can run some spacers if I have to. Wont know until they come in and I get them mounted up. Do you get the rub due to your drop and/or tire size?

Oh and yes, they are a stock wheel size, just not on a Pro....hehe

[magnumP5]

Ooo, those look nice, I don't think I've seen them before. But yeah, it could be because I'm lowered. I was just under the rear of the car today and I was looking at that particular area. There really is a very small gap currently back there and I can easily see how it rubs when loaded. I'd venture to guess that without the drop it would probably by fine. Just wouldn't look as good :p

[brickisred]

^^ Nice.
Mazda 3??

[CTt3P5]

I think the MSP wheels look nice on a stock height P5 with a 215/45/17. The wheel gap isn't that bad but it will rub under load. That is what Pro5x2 has said.

The wheels I am getting are off a 2006 Club Spec/Base Miata.

[CTt3P5]

^^ Nice.
Mazda 3??

Nope....see above. lol

[mazdaspeed777]

Finally got my wheels mounted with new tires. MSP Racing Harts powdercoated a gloss black with inside ledges left unpowdercoated:

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/7f03171bda94.jpg

[bazooka joe]

need a bigger pic please!!:'(

[mazdaspeed777]

need a bigger pic please!!:'(

Will get a bigger overall pic when I get front bumper, lip, and new sideskirts back on. (2thumbs)

[CTt3P5]

Will get a bigger overall pic when I get front bumper, lip, and new sideskirts back on. (2thumbs)

Cool! The rims look great from what I can see....can't wait to see a better shot so we can see the contrast with the inner ledges.

[GMalatrasi]

Finally got my wheels!
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q195/Gmalatrasi/DSCF1192.jpg
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q195/Gmalatrasi/DSCF1193.jpg
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q195/Gmalatrasi/DSCF1194.jpg

[MazdaSpeeder]

Very nice...what are the specs of the wheels and tires?

[A louie]

Love the rims, need smaller tires

[GMalatrasi]

Very nice...what are the specs of the wheels and tires?

MB Wheels Mesh X 17x7 +45
tires are 225/45 17


Love the rims, need smaller tires

Smaller as in width or profile?
Its hard to find 225/40 17 but I do plan on going to 215/40 17 next time i buy tires.

[CTt3P5]

MB Wheels Mesh X 17x7 +45
tires are 225/45 17



Smaller as in width or profile?
Its hard to find 225/40 17 but I do plan on going to 215/40 17 next time i buy tires.

Do you have any rubbing issues with the 225/45?

[CTt3P5]

I am running 16x7 with a +45 offest with 205/50/16's and no problems at all. But I will only be running this setup for two more weeks. Soon it will be 16x6.5 with a +55 offset, also with 205/50/16's. :D

Meh....looks like I will be running the Tribute wheels for a little longer.

Guy I was buying the wheels from backed out of the sale due to an accident and his employer made him put his stockers back on before taking the car to the body shop.

[Reitrof]

Meh....looks like I will be running the Tribute wheels for a little longer.

Guy I was buying the wheels from backed out of the sale due to an accident and his employer made him put his stockers back on before taking the car to the body shop.

Jeff, why would you want 16x6.5 with 55 offset?

[CTt3P5]

Jeff, why would you want 16x6.5 with 55 offset?

I have always liked that wheel style, they are 16 (vs 17 don't have the money right now to be buying wheels/tires/suspension) and they aren't heavy like some 16's I have been finding in my search.

I am guessing if I did run this setup I would want some spacers....no?

[Reitrof]

I have always liked that wheel style, they are 16 (vs 17 don't have the money right now to be buying wheels/tires/suspension) and they aren't heavy like some 16's I have been finding in my search.

I am guessing if I did run this setup I would want some spacers....no?

Maybe, stock offset is 50. I had a similar setup that you do now with the Rota's 16*7 with 45 offset. Only had to roll the driver's side's side.

How much does the current setup weigh? I'm not a fan of spacers. Your just adding more weight.

[CTt3P5]

Maybe, stock offset is 50. I had a similar setup that you do now with the Rota's 16*7 with 45 offset. Only had to roll the driver's side's side.

How much does the current setup weigh? I'm not a fan of spacers. Your just adding more weight.

Interesting that you had to roll your fender....I have had no rubbing issues. I do forget if you were lowered though.

My current setup is approx 37-38lbs (17-18 for the wheels and 20 for the tires).

The Miata wheels weigh in at 15lbs (from what I have found online) and the tires (Advan A11A - stock on the Miata) are 22lbs.

Initially there will be no difference but when I replace tires I can save a couple more lbs per corner.

[Reitrof]

Interesting that you had to roll your fender....I have had no rubbing issues. I do forget if you were lowered though.

My current setup is approx 37-38lbs (17-18 for the wheels and 20 for the tires).

The Miata wheels weigh in at 15lbs (from what I have found online) and the tires (Advan A11A - stock on the Miata) are 22lbs.

Initially there will be no difference but when I replace tires I can save a couple more lbs per corner.

Interesting. But if you use spacers that will cut that loss a bit.

What Miata are the rims from? A NC?

[CTt3P5]

Interesting. But if you use spacers that will cut that loss a bit.

What Miata are the rims from? A NC?

True about the weight that is why I am hoping no spacers will be needed. And yes they are the NC 16's.

As a further update, the guy selling them agreed to sell them as we initially agreed and they are in route now! Woot.

[SuperProtege5]

Can someone clarify exactly when one would need to use hubcentric/lugcentric rings? I've always been puzzled when this subject is brought up as I never really know why they're needed.

[magnumP5]

Can someone clarify exactly when one would need to use hubcentric/lugcentric rings? I've always been puzzled when this subject is brought up as I never really know why they're needed.
A lot of aftermarket wheels will be made with a larger-than-normal center hub so they can be installed on a range of different cars. A lot of different makes have different hub bores (Proteges are 67.1 mm, IIRC) but by having a larger hub and then including the proper hibcentric ring, which simulates a smaller hub bore, then the aftermarket wheel will fit on any car assuming it has the appropriate bolt pattern.

[SuperProtege5]

So are these rings included whenever someone purchases aftermarket wheels if the hub bore is bigger than the car it's going on?

[anarchistchiken]

From my experience, most wheel sellers dont include the rings with the wheels, but if it's a shop or online store they should be able to get them, just make sure you know what size you need.

[SuperProtege5]

Alright cool. Thanks for the help.

[mazdaspeed777]

Here are a few pics that show my new wheels a little better(they are kind of dirty though):

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/mazda3.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/mazda2.jpg
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/mazda1.jpg
my new wheels a little better

[CTt3P5]

^^^Looking good.

Posted some pics in another thread, but figured I could post one or two here. ;)

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h198/frostayone/P5-2006MX-5WheelsAug242008007.jpg

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h198/frostayone/P5-2006MX-5WheelsAug242008002.jpg

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h198/frostayone/P5-2006MX-5WheelsAug242008006.jpg

[rooster]

here's my addition to this.

17 Momo X1, +38mm offset, 215/45/17 falken azien rt615s on tien s-tech springs.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3097/2687145510_bc38730e87_o.jpg

[SuperProtege5]

hey rooster, a bit off topic but how did you get those flat hood pins?

[rooster]

those are the aerocatch hood pins,

a dremel, steady hands and balls.

[rooster]

http://www.deftracing.com/aerocatch_hood_pins/index.htm

http://www.deftracing.com/aerocatch_hood_pins/images/aerocatch_hood_pins_ani.gif

[jc2904]

nice shoes..... have any more pic's of the hood pins

[rooster]

not too many detailed pics of the pins.. but here's a couple

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l40/midnitehour/IMG_2477.jpg

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l40/midnitehour/IMG_2478.jpg

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l40/midnitehour/IMG_2475.jpg

[vel]

oohh i like this thread...
http://gi81.photobucket.com/groups/j208/6OX26BDA6C/thecar-322.jpg
http://gi81.photobucket.com/groups/j208/6OX26BDA6C/thecar-317.jpg
http://gi81.photobucket.com/groups/j208/6OX26BDA6C/IMG_5316.jpg

[InFlames]

I came.....thrice....

[vel]

hahahhaahaha

[InFlames]

love your car bro, j00 has madd taste.

fyi: did the headliner in black, looks fucking sick (thumb)

[vel]

Good stuff man. i love the way it looks in mine. cant remember it or imagine any other way!! :)

[lil_red_wagon]

my p5 on mp3 rims painted carbon grey.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm53/trix_protege/backleftwithrims.jpg

[MazdaSpeeder]

I really like those rims on a P5...maybe one day when I have a little disposable income...

[classic red]

I am fairly new to this site but have already been helped by spark plug and flashing air bag light problems. I noticed on another thread that people were suggesting using 215/40/17 tires for Mazda3 17 x 6.5 rims on a P5. Every tire I checked on Tire Rack for 215/40/17 has a 7 inch minimum rim width requirement. For the 17 x 6.5 rim 205/45/17 is suggested. I just bought a set of near perfect 17 x 6.5 rims off a 2006 Mazda3 and after much research was leaning toward the General Exclaim UHP tire. Any thoughts on size or tire? Thanks

[mazdaspeed777]

Here are some better pics of my powdercoated MSP Racing Harts:

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/ps18.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/ps16.jpg

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/ps11.jpg

[br289165]

205s for 6.5-7", 215s go on 7-7.5" regardless of diameter.





I am fairly new to this site but have already been helped by spark plug and flashing air bag light problems. I noticed on another thread that people were suggesting using 215/40/17 tires for Mazda3 17 x 6.5 rims on a P5. Every tire I checked on Tire Rack for 215/40/17 has a 7 inch minimum rim width requirement. For the 17 x 6.5 rim 205/45/17 is suggested. I just bought a set of near perfect 17 x 6.5 rims off a 2006 Mazda3 and after much research was leaning toward the General Exclaim UHP tire. Any thoughts on size or tire? Thanks

[asmo 03 mp5]

New wheels TSW 18x8 40 offset, 215/35/18

[JDM-P5]

The 18s, unpainted headlights and no drop...not quite doing it for me.
But I do like the info in your sig though!

[mazdaspeed777]

New wheels TSW 18x8 40 offset, 215/35/18

You should powdercoat those wheels gold, blackout your headlights, and lower it. That would look amazing IMO. I like how you tinted your tails all red in your avatar pic though! Looks great with the red P5's

[JDM-P5]

^
Bronze wheels.
+
Suspension.

[vel]

what mods did you have to do to get them to fit. did you have to shave anything on the inside for clearance. i was told tsw's would not fit the p5. maybe it was just the one i was interested in.

[CTt3P5]

what mods did you have to do to get them to fit. did you have to shave anything on the inside for clearance. i was told tsw's would not fit the p5. maybe it was just the one i was interested in.

x2 and what mods have you done to your rear fenders? I ask given the width and low offset of the wheels.

[magnumP5]

what mods did you have to do to get them to fit. did you have to shave anything on the inside for clearance. i was told tsw's would not fit the p5. maybe it was just the one i was interested in.


x2 and what mods have you done to your rear fenders? I ask given the width and low offset of the wheels.
He probably hasn't done anything. I'd imagine it's just because he isn't lowered and/or hasn't really carried anything with any substantial weight in the back.

[CTt3P5]

That said, he will have rubbing issues with weight in the back end right? IIRC the RX-8 wheels rub at stock height.

[magnumP5]

That said, he will have rubbing issues with weight in the back end right? IIRC the RX-8 wheels rub at stock height.
Yeah, but I think the RX-8 wheels hit the suspension if you don't use a spacer (I could be wrong). I think their issue is with being a 8" wide wheel with like a +50 mm offset.

[asmo 03 mp5]

ya they did rub untill I put my stock bumpstops in it wont , msp struts and springs. I have painted headlights the glare in that pic hides it. and no mo' gold wheels, had'em for past two years trying for different look, I broke the drivers tailight and had to replace it, havent painted it yet so I have mis matched lights.
I also have a set of mazda6 17" I was gonna use for winter, but there 60mm offset, do they really fit.

[GMalatrasi]

they should as long as you dont put anything like 225s on them.

[bazooka joe]

advice pls...what would a used set of msp rims go for...in good+ condition (no curb rash)
also a set of mp3 rims in decent shape with some minor flaws and on wheel with a small crub rash issue...rough prices...thanks

[GMalatrasi]

light silver or the darker ones?
i was looking to get a set of the light ones for 250 before shipping.

[magnumP5]

I would say $300 to $400 for both depending on the overall condition. The MP3 at the lower end of the spectrum and the MSP at the higher.

[JDM-P5]

advice pls...what would a used set of msp rims go for...in good+ condition (no curb rash)
also a set of mp3 rims in decent shape with some minor flaws and on wheel with a small crub rash issue...rough prices...thanks

What do you use for winter?
Another car?

[Crazee D]

u guys prolly seen mine already but:

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Crazee%20D/rims/PX-5%20007a.jpg

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Crazee%20D/rims/PX-5%20013a.jpg

[JDM-P5]

White on White....so clean D.

You should spray your bumper lights and your side markers to match the headlight housings....then you'd be complete. :)

[Sveivo]

Nice, gotta keep it clean though.

[bazooka joe]

light silver or the darker ones?
i was looking to get a set of the light ones for 250 before shipping.
light silver

I would say $300 to $400 for both depending on the overall condition. The MP3 at the lower end of the spectrum and the MSP at the higher.
ya, that sounds reasonable...i have a chance to pick up some real nice msp's and i'd probably sell the mp3...

What do you use for winter?
Another car?
i drive the p5 all yr round

White on White....so clean D.

You should spray your bumper lights and your side markers to match the headlight housings....then you'd be complete. :)
+1

[JDM-P5]

light silver

ya, that sounds reasonable...i have a chance to pick up some real nice msp's and i'd probably sell the mp3...

i drive the p5 all yr round

+1

Ok...so you have another set of wheels as winter beaters right?

[azlanb6b8]

Work CRkai 17x7 offset 42 with Bridgestone Potenza Grid II 17/205/40.

yeah yeah...the car height is horrible...ahhahahaah

[bazooka joe]

Ok...so you have another set of wheels as winter beaters right?
well my winter beaters are my mp3 rims...what i'm thinking of doing is getting the msp's, have them powder coated, using them for summer, sell the mp3's and get steelies for the winter...

[Sveivo]

Work CRkai 17x7 offset 42 with Bridgestone Potenza Grid II 17/205/40.

yeah yeah...the car height is horrible...ahhahahaah

That looks pretty sweet.

[dxaveP5]

http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h296/dxave90/11_03_08/IMG_0958.jpg

Painted rims FTW, and yes i know u see the doublesided tape on the hd lip, about to do it again during thanksgiving break.

[Crazee D]

thats a nice look

[justanothermp5]

what kinda license plate frame is that?

[dxaveP5]

do u mean the bracket thing??
here's the link (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/WRX-STI-SUBARU-IMPREZA-JDM-PLATE-RELOCATOR-LICENSE_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ72Q3a543Q7c66Q 3a2Q7c65Q3a12Q7c39Q3a1Q7c240Q3a1318QQ_trksidZp3286 Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem350127009439QQitemZ350127009 439QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories )
and then i just painted it black so it looks nicer.
and yes it looks nice thanks ^_^
took me days to do.

[Crazy D]

u guys prolly seen mine already but:

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Crazee%20D/rims/PX-5%20007a.jpg

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Crazee%20D/rims/PX-5%20013a.jpg

That is sick....

[MazdaSpeeder]

u guys prolly seen mine already but:

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Crazee%20D/rims/PX-5%20007a.jpg

http://www.msprotege.com/members/Crazee%20D/rims/PX-5%20013a.jpg

Not a big fan of white rims, but those are pretty sweet.

[i12drivemyMP5]

Wheel thread...1 dirty wheel pic for you......

http://www.msprotege.com/members/i12drivemyMP5/WHL_1.JPG

[Sveivo]

Wheel thread...1 dirty wheel pic for you......

http://www.msprotege.com/members/i12drivemyMP5/WHL_1.JPG

What's the specs on your wheels? Fender rolling? Rubbing?

[rooster1]

17" Enkei CDR9
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa317/aaron_r266/DSCN3057.jpg

does my car look dropped to u?

[SuperProtege5]

honestly no.

[Sveivo]

I don't think it would pass as dropped.

[rooster1]

its cuz i noticed the ride was kinda bouncy on the highway
an the gap isnt all that huge.

anyhoo i need springs

[Sveivo]

its cuz i noticed the ride was kinda bouncy on the highway
an the gap isnt all that huge.

anyhoo i need springs

I actually used to think in the same way. But when I lowered (thought not a lot), I noticed that there is barely any gap at all!

So I freaked out!

And, additionally, you need full suspension, not just springs. :D Everybody needs it, actually.

["Myrtle" 03P5]

All I Have is my 18 inch Driftz i dont want to go any bigger due to crappy gas mileage and the 18s were a good price

[rooster1]

hey myrtle those wheels look nice dude. i like ur car cuz i wana do white/black theme for mine.. an u just confirmed it that it looks good.

["Myrtle" 03P5]

lol thanks bro my wife picked the rims but i love the color combo its eye cathcing. next is the blacked out lights to complete the whole look

[rooster1]

yea man i wana do blacked out headlights with yellow tinted fogs but im too scared to stick em in the oven lol

["Myrtle" 03P5]

Yeah i really dont want to either so i think i will have my friend do it

[aMaff]

its cuz i noticed the ride was kinda bouncy on the highway
....
anyhoo i need springs

that's just going to make it worse. What you need is new struts... and taller tires.

[rooster1]

that's just going to make it worse. What you need is new struts... and taller tires.
you got that right

[SuperProtege5]

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1807653&postcount=3

Anyone know what these wheels are?

[asmo 03 mp5]

not sure on the wheels, but whats on the front of that one-looks like a ivan stewart truck fog light bar. LOL(nana)

[bgibb68]

actually that bar isn't a bad idea around some people....like to have one of those on the back

edit: those wheels almost look like some enkeis(spelling??)

[808MP5]

looks like he's going off roading
http://www.msprotege.com/members/mooS%20mooS/rally%20bar%20installed%20(Large).JPG
plus i don't think it would help if you hit another car with that thing being so low.... might help with dogs, cats, or small children

[bgibb68]

i mean for like parking lots and crap....that's where my bumpers keep getting effed up

[slideshow240]

ya they did rub untill I put my stock bumpstops in it wont , msp struts and springs. I have painted headlights the glare in that pic hides it. and no mo' gold wheels, had'em for past two years trying for different look, I broke the drivers tailight and had to replace it, havent painted it yet so I have mis matched lights.
I also have a set of mazda6 17" I was gonna use for winter, but there 60mm offset, do they really fit.

dude...slam this bitch now!! like the offset and stretch. lower it about 3 inches ha ha

[bgibb68]

here's my 17" adr phantoms