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Docdanracy · January 2nd, 2005, 08:59 PM

need information on size spacers folks are using with 7 & 8.5 x17s or 7.5 & 9 x 18s?
what works and where did you get them?

Mdreiver · January 3rd, 2005, 11:53 AM

I have some H&R spacers in 7mm and 14mm. The 14mm were too wide for my aftermarket wheels but had a nice hubcentric lip that isn't on the 7mm's. I ended up with some custom made 7mm spacers that have the hubcentric lip so I have lots of spacers that I don't need anymore.

I have 2 sets (f/r) in the 7mm and 1 set (front or rear) in the 14mm. I would part with any of these for much less than retail if you are interested. I'd also be able to let you try them on to see if they work for you. If you have stock wheels with stock Boxster offsets, the 14's are probably the right ones for you.

Docdanracy · January 3rd, 2005, 07:14 PM

Thanks Scott,
I will keep you in mind. How is the karting going? Are you planning on doing any AXs this season?
Dan

Mdreiver · January 4th, 2005, 11:13 AM

Actually, I haven't decided on my AX plans. I'm considering sitting out this season for a few reasons. Karting is going great. I did well in my 2 classes and I'm really looking forward to the race season which starts in April.

I'd like to still AX but issues with juggling tires and wheel sizes leave me wondering what I want to do.

BTW, my 7mm spacers have been driven. However, my 14mm spacers have not. I installed one, mounted a wheel on it, discovered that I didn't have the clearance for it so I took it right back off. My wheels are wider than yours which affects my offset so you wouldn't have that problem.

The Voxster · May 4th, 2009, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Docdanracy

need information on size spacers folks are using with 7 & 8.5 x17s or 7.5 & 9 x 18s?
what works and where did you get them?

What works depends on the offsets of your wheels, as I'm sure you know

For my 18s (on my 986), I run the Porsche OE '05 Boxster S lightweights (987 wheels) with offsets et57 front and et43 rear. I'm using 15mm front and 5 mm rear H&R spacers, and they work just fine, and look really great--nice aggressive stance.

Got mine on special from Wheel Enhancement, but there are lots of sources for cheap H&R's. Just need to make sure you also get the appropriate replacement bolt lengths for your chosen spacer width as well.

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Otto Osborn · April 27th, 2022, 01:13 AM

As a general guideline, you should aim for at least as much engagement as the stud is broad. A M12x1, for instance. To be safe, a 5 stud would require a minimum of 12mm of thread engagement. This is about 8 complete revolutions of the lug nut at a 1.5mm thread pitch. The thickness of the washers used will determine the size spacer you require. If you require a spacer that is longer than 5mm, you may need to buy extended lug studs or wheel spacers that come with studs.

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January 2nd, 2005, 08:59 PM	#1
Docdanracy Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 1,282	lost and spaced need information on size spacers folks are using with 7 & 8.5 x17s or 7.5 & 9 x 18s? what works and where did you get them? __________________ Dan GGR AX and TT instructor for 20+ yrs. Maintained by Me

January 3rd, 2005, 11:53 AM	#2
Mdreiver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: One corner ahead of Johnny Law Posts: 817	I have some H&R spacers in 7mm and 14mm. The 14mm were too wide for my aftermarket wheels but had a nice hubcentric lip that isn't on the 7mm's. I ended up with some custom made 7mm spacers that have the hubcentric lip so I have lots of spacers that I don't need anymore. I have 2 sets (f/r) in the 7mm and 1 set (front or rear) in the 14mm. I would part with any of these for much less than retail if you are interested. I'd also be able to let you try them on to see if they work for you. If you have stock wheels with stock Boxster offsets, the 14's are probably the right ones for you. __________________ I think I have an extra "goto 10" line.

January 3rd, 2005, 07:14 PM	#3
Docdanracy Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 1,282	spacers Thanks Scott, I will keep you in mind. How is the karting going? Are you planning on doing any AXs this season? Dan __________________ Dan GGR AX and TT instructor for 20+ yrs. Maintained by Me

January 4th, 2005, 11:13 AM	#4
Mdreiver Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: One corner ahead of Johnny Law Posts: 817	Actually, I haven't decided on my AX plans. I'm considering sitting out this season for a few reasons. Karting is going great. I did well in my 2 classes and I'm really looking forward to the race season which starts in April. I'd like to still AX but issues with juggling tires and wheel sizes leave me wondering what I want to do. BTW, my 7mm spacers have been driven. However, my 14mm spacers have not. I installed one, mounted a wheel on it, discovered that I didn't have the clearance for it so I took it right back off. My wheels are wider than yours which affects my offset so you wouldn't have that problem. __________________ I think I have an extra "goto 10" line.

December 6th, 2020, 06:05 AM	#6
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April 27th, 2022, 01:13 AM	#9
Otto Osborn Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4	As a general guideline, you should aim for at least as much engagement as the stud is broad. A M12x1, for instance. To be safe, a 5 stud would require a minimum of 12mm of thread engagement. This is about 8 complete revolutions of the lug nut at a 1.5mm thread pitch. The thickness of the washers used will determine the size spacer you require. If you require a spacer that is longer than 5mm, you may need to buy extended lug studs or wheel spacers that come with studs. Click here to continue reading: https://games.lol/blog/fr-legends-ho...in-fr-legends/