Thinking of getting a set of these to go auto-x with or replacing my current wheels. I wanted to replace my 16" HFP wheels because they are sorta rare and more likely to get stolen. Spoon knockoffs are so common that I'd think thieves would pass on em. Plus the Rota Slipstreams weigh less, cost less to replace, and look more discreet/less showoff. Any advantage to getting 16s over 15s performance wise?

 

I would have to go with the 16's on this one. At least you could run larger brakes with them..

 

Hmm, I could use the old tires from my HFPs on my new wheels...

 

i would like to see the 16s

 

Id go with the 15s but with 205/50-15 tires. You will not find many R-comp tires in the 205/45-16 size, but virtually all of the popular tires come in 205/50-15. Plus those are cheaper, and lighter.

 

205 50 R15

Phil.

 

I'm worried the +40 offset on the 15s will rub my fender. According to an online offset calculator, the 15s will stick out at least 20mm. Another calculator had the wheel off by 22mm.

 

with 43 offset and 205 50 R15, the rear rub when both suspention compress to about full travel... When it's one side only like in tight
turn, everything is fine... So yes it may rub with 40 offset depending
of the tires... my Toyo are larger than normal...

Philippe