Unknown Offset WRX wheel BK fitment

[doobieinmyscoobie]

I am on a 205 50 R15 tire and am looking to go up to a 195/65 , 205/60, maybe 206/65 something with a little more cushion.

will I need spacers for these tires? It seems a bit tight in the rear with the strut being maybe an inch away from the tire as it stands now.

[doobieinmyscoobie]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/03/GC8_Subaru_Imprezza_WRX01_01-1.jpg

[mike-tracy]

It's the same as a 94 Legacy turbo rim, from the looks of it. 15x6 with +55 offset.

[doobieinmyscoobie]

thanks---would i be able to fit a 205/60 R15 tire to this wheel without rubbing the rear strut on a BK?

[doobieinmyscoobie]

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[Grafton]

whats the stock tire size?

take that and the new tire info you are thinking of running and see how different they are using this:
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

[doobieinmyscoobie]

useful tool but I dont know exactly how much space there was with the stock tires so I cant really determine whether or not the new tires will fit. I think I am set on the 195 65 15 , maybe 205 60 15 which is a little shorter(but wider). Specs are below maybe someone experienced with this can help.

175/70/14 (Stock Tire):
Sidewall 4.8
Radius 11.8
Diameter 23.6
Circumference 74.3

195/65/R15
Sidewall 5
Radius 12.5
Diameter 25
Circumference 78.5

[jey]

The stock Legacy (non-Outback) size is actually 185/70/14. You'll be fine with 195/65/15 or 205/60/15. 205/65 might be too big, and even if it fits your speedometer might be a little off.

[doobieinmyscoobie]

hm, even for the steelies? maybe previous owner went down one size. anyway thanks for the advice. which tire do you think would go best for the above 15 X 6 wheel?

[jey]

What I always tell people is pick the tire first, then pick the size. What are you looking for out of your tires? Good ride?

[doobieinmyscoobie]

Yeah well im looking for a decently grippy tire that is driveable in rain, dirt or gravel roads, occasional snow. Was looking into the BFG Traction in a 205/60

[doobieinmyscoobie]

also looking at the Michelin exalto

[doobieinmyscoobie]

tires rec anyone?

[mike-tracy]

I have Bridgestone Potenza Grid g019's on my car and they are pretty good handling for an all season. I'd buy them again if I was in the market for all seasons.