[Mk2] [Generic] Wheel offsets and coilovers

[gavsdavs]

Question for rev2 geometry experts.

I'm considering putting coilovers on my mk2, rev2, and it's been pointed out to me that the physical position of a coilover is not the same as my bilsteins.

My front wheels are not the ideal fitting for the SW20, the offset of the fronts is too high but i can just get away with it without fitting spacers.

Fronts are 17*7.5, ET45. I fit 205/40/17s.
Rears are 17*8.5, ET35. I fit 245/35/17s.

The top of the front tyres is within a couple of mm of the underside of the spring seats. It's so close I can't fit a 205/45/17 front, which is the tyre I would prefer to run.

So - the question is - with my front wheel offsets - can I fit coiloovers, or are the wheels in the wrong place ?

(Thanks to Rob Butcher for the warning)

Gavs.

[Torero]

Hi Gavin,

I ran 8JJ front and 9JJ rears when it was in standard body form and the coilovers actually gave me more space.

The wheel specs are here http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/viewtopic. ... light=rays

If you want to call round to mine and try your new wheels with my coilovers then you're welcome.

[gavsdavs]

Cheers John.

Right now I'm not sure the car will be able to leave the garage if it got coilovers fitted. Might need spacers immediately.

Gavs