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Posted by: jim_hoyland Dec 2 2009, 05:55 PM

Came across a 7 x 16 944 Turbo Fuchs today and tried a test fit---unfortunately, the rim lacked a tire, so when I did a test fit, it was hard to tell. The 944 turbo wheel has a much greater backspace that a 911 Fuchs.

I know some run these on narrow body cars, please chime in. I have an option on 3 more of these.

See pics:


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Posted by: jim_hoyland Dec 2 2009, 05:57 PM

For comparison, this is the 6 x 15 side:


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Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 2 2009, 06:20 PM

The 16x7's all have the same backspacing.
The 16X8 has a greater backspacing than regular 911 fuchs.

You will have the same issues with these sevens as any other porsche seven.(except911r fuchs)

depending on ride height, tire brand/size, alignment specs , etc.

here is 16x7 and 16x8 951's 225/245
next all 951 sevens 205
next all 15x7 215/60
next 15x7 fuchs 205/50 note fender rub lightly rolled.


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Posted by: SirAndy Dec 2 2009, 06:27 PM

FUCHS

Andy

PS: Note the S at the end ...

Posted by: effutuo101 Dec 2 2009, 06:36 PM

I am running some 944 turbo phone dials on mine. but, I have flares, so that wasn't the issue.
If you would like to send me those, I certainly can make something work

Posted by: ahdoman Dec 2 2009, 11:14 PM

Hey jim,
My yellow car had those same wheels. I had to roll the lip and push out the rear fenders to make them fit. I don't remember what size tire I ran though. I think it may have been 225's.

Posted by: mskala Dec 3 2009, 11:12 AM

What he said. All earlier threads about 7" (usually x15") fuchs apply. If you need more backspacing, next step is boxster 7x16 at ET40 offset.

Posted by: underthetire Dec 3 2009, 12:16 PM

I'm running 16X7 dials with spacers. No real problems with my 205/50's.

Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 11 2009, 03:21 AM

17x7 repos with big backspacing
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=888888
http://www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=C32%2DFU172P

Posted by: jim_hoyland Dec 11 2009, 08:24 AM

Interesting: The backspace on those 7" wheels is 5.5" and--if I measured correctly--my Fuchs 7" has a backspace of 4.75". Does that sound right. I assume the 5.5" backspace wheels will fit a narrow body 914 ?

In the meantime, I picked up two excellent 6 x 16 Fuchs, and probably look for two more--got any ? Currently, the 7" 951 wheel is listed in the classified.

Any suggestions will be appreciated, Jim

Posted by: computers4kids Dec 11 2009, 08:37 AM

Jim, I'm running 16 X 6 on the fronts, 16 X 7 on a narrow body without pulling the fenders...rolled the inner lip on one side.

Curious, why are you wanting to change wheels? The ones you have look real nice.

Posted by: jim_hoyland Dec 12 2009, 10:03 AM

I'm changing the appearance. Had a second top painted black and going to fit 16" wheels with black painted paddles to complete the change.

Posted by: oldschool Dec 12 2009, 12:00 PM

I think that is one of the best looks, I would love to go that route

Posted by: burton73 Dec 12 2009, 01:33 PM

This is the look of factory 7” Fuchs with 911 offsets with 205/55 tires. Rolled lip on rear of car.

Bob


Bob

Posted by: sean_v8_914 Dec 12 2009, 03:07 PM

16x 7 that came thru SandS needed a tug and a roll. DONT CUT THE LIP