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Posted by: jmill Dec 22 2015, 02:23 PM

Looking to buy some Euromeisters and all I see is 7's and 9's in 17" rims. Do the 17x9's fit in the rear with AA steel flares? If not, do they need major work (grafting in metal) or just some tugging.

Posted by: mepstein Dec 22 2015, 02:32 PM

Are you sure you want big heavy wheels that don't look right on a 914?

Posted by: bfrymire Dec 22 2015, 02:37 PM

I have the same rims, except they are 16x9. And they do not fit, as I have 275 Hoosier's on them. Well, they fit but 2mm clearance is not enough for me.

If you use smaller tires they might fit.

Posted by: Steve Dec 22 2015, 02:39 PM

I'm running Fixse 17x9. I have no problems fitting 245x40x17 street tires on the rear
255 will also fit if they don't have the curb rash rib on them.

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 22 2015, 03:06 PM

Depends on the offset of the wheels. There is enough space under the flares for a 9" wheel/tire but the offset has to be just right.

The AA flares come with a rather large inner fender lip which can be rolled for a bit more clearance. You can also use spacers and longer studs the move the wheel around a bit.

But, as stated above, the actual offset of the wheel is the most important factor for this.

Posted by: snakemain Dec 22 2015, 03:29 PM

17x9s Rota Fox Fuchs reps with 245/40 in the rear on mine.

Posted by: Series9 Dec 22 2015, 03:34 PM

The RS has 17x9 Cup IIs with 255 rubber.

We rolled the lips, but they would have fit without doing so.

Posted by: rick 918-S Dec 22 2015, 03:49 PM

John, I have a 10mm spacer on the rear to clear the inside and a 1/4" round stock rod bonded to the inside of my glas flares as a stiffener. I believe the 16 x 9 and the 17 x 9 euro have the same off set

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Dec 22 2015, 04:05 PM

Spacered to fit. QRS fiberglass fenders. 17X9.


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Posted by: jmill Dec 22 2015, 04:32 PM

Um, yeah.


Different strokes for different folks, I guess.

Posted by: jmill Dec 22 2015, 04:47 PM

I love the look of the RSR Rota Fox. I heard that they had QC issues. Did you have any balance or vibration problems?

Posted by: jmill Dec 22 2015, 04:54 PM

Rear offset is 16mm. I believe that is stock 911 rear offset.

Posted by: Cracker Dec 22 2015, 05:18 PM

John - I'd take the subjective opinion that 17's "don't look right" with a grain of salt. To some this may be the case; to others maybe not. Nobody mentioned how the wheels "didn't look right" at the track recently and certainly didn't stop them from taking pictures of the car ALL weekend long. Performance wise, the 17"s are better choice for several reasons - no need to beat that to death. Regarding the fitment, I have AA steel flares and run the 7/9 combo. I have plenty of room but also have the flared rears. I run 245 Front & 275 Rear - no issue. Tons of room up front and I run a .5" rear spacer. All the best!

PS: The weight difference is negligible - I went fairly quick.

Tony

Posted by: jmill Dec 22 2015, 05:44 PM

Tony, are those the RSR finish Rota Foxes? If so did you have any balance or vibration problems? If not I think I'm sold on them. They look awesome.

Posted by: pete000 Dec 22 2015, 05:53 PM

I agree the 17's are just too big for the 914. I don't like the 17's on early 911's either. Guess I am getting too old and set in my ways !

I know they are probably superior in performance and tire section has to be good.

I have 16 X 7 and 16 X 8 RSR finish Fuchs on my Six.

I also have a set of 15 x 7 and 15 X 8 RSR finish Fuchs, but tires are getting scarce.

I love the look of both the 15's and 16's on the 914 with M471 fenders.

Posted by: Cracker Dec 22 2015, 05:53 PM

They may be the same but mine are called Linea Corse. However, I can "only" tell you they are rock solid up to 158 mph. LOL!

The look obviously has a more modern flare to it but I'm always into performance before aesthetics. I try to blend the two when I can...

T

Posted by: bfrymire Dec 22 2015, 06:24 PM

Cracker,

Your flares look different than mine, looks like the lip has been pushed out. I have stock (un-modified) GT flares and the 275 just will not fit. I would be interested in hearing what is different about yours. I need to get the tires to fit.

Posted by: andys Dec 22 2015, 06:52 PM

I have the same wheels with 255-40's and didn't go steel flares because they didn't fit; or at least I thought so until I read your post. I went with Mitcom flares simply because they offer more room.

Andys




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Posted by: snakemain Dec 22 2015, 06:54 PM

No problems at all. Got a couple thousand miles on them during a couple long trips and they ride smooth as glass.

Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 22 2015, 07:23 PM

ya 17's suck, bahahaha!!


last pic 15vs17


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Posted by: whitetwinturbo Dec 22 2015, 07:33 PM

...........more ugly 17's ?

Posted by: Cracker Dec 22 2015, 07:40 PM

Brett - Yes. Mine are modified/custom. Also, the Hoosier R7 have squared sidewalls that cause some folks issues (as opposed to the R6). Just another thing to consider if you're cutting it close.

T

Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 22 2015, 07:47 PM

i do luv my 15 x8 x9

that is 245/50 x 15 re71's


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Posted by: Steve Dec 22 2015, 09:30 PM

I love my Fikse 17" rims too. Some 17" rims don't look right, but IMHO the Fikse's look great.

Posted by: rick 918-S Dec 22 2015, 09:39 PM

These wheels are not heavy.

Posted by: rick 918-S Dec 22 2015, 09:46 PM

Vintage Cool! Ya, 17's are a better performance choice. But I don't track the Alien. And when I did it was pretty much throttle steering anyway.

Posted by: jmill Dec 23 2015, 10:51 AM

They do look good but tire selection in the 15 and 16 is horrible. I'd rather run a 17 with a wide selection of high performance street tires than have 15's or 16's and be stuck with competition only tires. Look where I live. All competition tires and most ultra performance street tires can't even be stored in a freezing environment. That leaves my garage out.

In my mind, the tire is what's important. The rim is just a means to an end. It's a bonus if I like the look. Thankfully, I just so happen to really like the RSR finish Fuchs.

Posted by: d914 Dec 23 2015, 12:19 PM

with 9 in wide rims I believe the offset should be right around a et15.. and will fit with 255/40's.. inner lip might need some adjustment at worst..

Posted by: whitetwinturbo Dec 23 2015, 01:23 PM

Steve,
Your silver car is beautiful.
This Fiske model has an "airy" look since a lot of material is removed.

Posted by: PotterPorsche Dec 24 2015, 10:13 AM

Rota fox -euromiesters same thing right?

http://www.automotion.com/euromeister-alloy-replica-wheel-9x17-et-15-for-porsche.html

Posted by: jmill Dec 24 2015, 06:46 PM

Yes and no. Both are Fuchs replicas but they're made by different companies.

Posted by: Cracker Dec 24 2015, 06:55 PM

I bought mine from Wheeldude.com - I might of over paid but my RSR finish wheels were $350 each...7 & 9 with 911 offsets. Reciept says Fox...

Tony

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Posted by: Garland Dec 25 2015, 08:49 AM

Euromeister 16x9 15mm ET, AA steel flares. 245-50x16 had to trim the lip on the flare for clearance.