thewelsho

When I got my car brand new (MY06 WRX), still in the wrapper, it had 215/17/45 tyres on it. 225s on it now though. So offset is changed using spacers, yes? I thought the idea of that ws to make the wheel fit over bigger brakes. I'd have though machining wheels to bring them in closer to the hub s it where, would be a trifle dodgy! Making the wheel thinner might not be a great idea, especially when they are under load. Of course, I might be getting the wrongend of the stick - or wheel!

I had 215/45/17 on my car from new. However, my 17" track wheels (04 STi) are 225/45 and my 18s are 225/40. I guess that means you can mix and match. I dunno what offset means though, someone care to explain?

I like that a lot. White Scoobs really do rock. The body styling, wheels and spolier really do make it stand out. I also like the rear lights too, I'd keep 'em

Wow, that looks wicked!

Take it back mate, it might have been something the service centre did, like bugger up a coil pack or something. No need to run off to AF just yet. Get the prob sorted first.

Oh well that's good; cant have your bumper getting melted in the meantime.

Yeah, he does a great job - done mine twice - looking brill!

I could be wrong, but I think he is running the PPG straight-cut kit with PPG steel forks.

Sheesh! What's the reason for an external pump and what does the swirl pot do? Keep up the good work!

Might sound a bit radical, but what about bending the hangers up a bit. I dunno if its feasible, but its the sort of stupid thing I'd try.

Lookin' good

Agreed. Though, I would change the rims to something a little less standard and a little more in keeping with the desirable nature of such a car, then with the suspension goodies and lowering it will look mega!

Look forward to your write-up on return. Iraq??? Take care

Wheels look great, splitter looks even better and all together; a fantasic machine BIG from me!!!!

Horiffic - sure puts things into a little more perspective.

What a shocker!!!! Sorry to see such a stunning car in such a mess, no wonder your gutted man. I spose all you can do is look on the bright side in that you're safe and well - hope everything gets sorted out for you with the insurance and all. Keep us posted mate.

Great job and nice car!

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I will in time, but funds do not permit at present just looking for ever little bit that might help in the meantime.

Aye, I spose... but my oil temps, according to my gauge is running at near to 100 degrees. I know that oil and water temps are not the same thing obviously, but I was thinking that if I can get the temps down in another way, it might help overall - I dunno. I stand to be corrected and educated.

Giving another tip

Just bear in mind that HDD camcorders won't work when attached to the mount in car or out. I had two and the shock caused them to cut out. It's a choice between old-fashioned tape or the much more versitile and easy to use solid-state jobs. My camera was £400 but I'm sure it will be a good bit chepear than that now. It's the Samsung VP HXM10.

Well, I stand corrected. Giving that this band is playing in York, therefore England; my question is: Why are English people playing bagpipes? That comes as a bit of a surprise. Not saying that they are not allowed to, just seems odd.