What is the "offset" on the 16", 5 spoke wheels for the '06 MX-5
and does an aftermarket wheel have to be exactly the same. if
not the same, then what are the plus & minus offset figures that the
car will tolerate
Offset Questions
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Offset Questions
Bill Kille, Chestertown, Md.
2006 Silver Bullet, 157,000 miles
Delaware Valley Miata Club & M.O.O.D
2006 Silver Bullet, 157,000 miles
Delaware Valley Miata Club & M.O.O.D
I have not measured the 16 since my 2006 came with the 17 inchers but I can tell you that the 17 inch factory rim is 55mm. As we stray from the factory offset we eventually get into minor geometry errors that don't have any real world manifestations out through at least 40mm in my experience so far with the NC platform. Nonetheless, my general recommendation is 48mm for aftermarket rims because that will allow the choice of beyond stock size tires and rims and won't give any issue of rub up through 235mm wide tires.
Brian Goodwin
Good-Win Racing
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I have enough roll to fit 18x9.5 all around...45mm offset which is ultimately a wider track than the NTO3s you are considering. I love the look of the NT03+M and think they would look great but if weight savings is the goal see our various RP-F1 and JS+M sizes which would save you a few pounds per corner.
Brian Goodwin
Good-Win Racing
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Good-Win Racing
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