wheels, big or bigger?

[racerx]

Looking to put some new rubber on my 86 951 for DE events, prefer something that will get me to and from the track as opposed to a track only set up. Have seen 951s with 18" wheels and have read that the biggest wheels that will fit the 86 951 are 18x8 up front and 18x10 in back, with appropriate spacers depending on offset of the wheels. Looking for some recommendations to the best setup. Thanks.

[333pg333]

You can fit 18x9 / 18x10's provided you get the right offsets. For the early models with lower offset you will have a really nice deep dished wheel, but will possibly need to have them custom made. Don't forget things like size of brake rotor and calipers, lowering, neg camber can all have an effect on wheels too. Best to go to an expert for advice. If you're going to track the car, don't buy some wheels just because they're cheap. A wheel failure can be really bad on the track...really bad.

Edited February 13, 2008 by 333pg333