Moda MD11 17x8 Fit?
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Moda MD11 17x8 Fit?
I'm looking for a set of rims for winter tires, saw a set of these for $300. No idea if these would work, really appreciate any help with this.
Moda MD11 Wheelset
Size: 17x8
Offset: 45mm
Backspacing: 6.26"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 255/65-17
Weight: 20.0 lbs.
Finish: Machined w/Black Accent
Construction: 1pc. Gravity Cast
Manufacturer Part #: MD11703BMF
TPMS Sensors Included
Moda MD11 Wheelset
Size: 17x8
Offset: 45mm
Backspacing: 6.26"
Bolt Pattern: 5-114
Rec. Tire Size: 255/65-17
Weight: 20.0 lbs.
Finish: Machined w/Black Accent
Construction: 1pc. Gravity Cast
Manufacturer Part #: MD11703BMF
TPMS Sensors Included
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Thanks for the reply. They look decent and price seems reasonable, assuming all 4 are in similar shape. Is there any reason to go with steel, which I see referenced a lot for winter tires, over used Aluminum rims like these?
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255 wide winter tires aren't a great idea. Where are you and what does winter look like? If you're going through snow you want narrower tires, 205-215. Stock-spec 225 is fine, but bigger will eventually become counterproductive.
Steel is cheaper. Imagine how cheap used steel rims are Bare aluminium will get demolished by salt, and clear coated aluminium depends a lot on the quality of the clear coat.
Steel is cheaper. Imagine how cheap used steel rims are Bare aluminium will get demolished by salt, and clear coated aluminium depends a lot on the quality of the clear coat.
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I'm in NH and winter can be pretty severe. I've only had the RX-8 for about a month, my plan was to not drive it this winter in even wet conditions, certainly not snow, with the summer tires which are Firestone Firehawk Indy 500's. But it occurred to me to see if I could find some rims now rather than wait.
So are the rims for 215's 17x7, or 17x7.5?
So are the rims for 215's 17x7, or 17x7.5?
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I'm in NH and winter can be pretty severe. I've only had the RX-8 for about a month, my plan was to not drive it this winter in even wet conditions, certainly not snow, with the summer tires which are Firestone Firehawk Indy 500's. But it occurred to me to see if I could find some rims now rather than wait.
So are the rims for 215's 17x7, or 17x7.5?
So are the rims for 215's 17x7, or 17x7.5?
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Hmm ... I guess what I have no way of knowing is the amount of traction difference between 215's on narrower rims or 255's on wider rims. Significant? Barely noticeable? I have a lifetime of winter driving experience that tells me on 4WD trucks and SUV's it's all about the quality of the tires, not nearly so much the width/profile, but that isn't the same as a rear drive with posi little sports car.
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If you promise to only drive on asphalt, you can go 255
If you expect to go up hills in snow, I seriously wouldn't. You're not a 4500lb SUV. Also quality 255R17 winter tires are going to be expensive, cancelling out the cheap rims.
You're right, quality is the main thing, but it would be silly to get quality tires in a size that negates their benefit.
If you expect to go up hills in snow, I seriously wouldn't. You're not a 4500lb SUV. Also quality 255R17 winter tires are going to be expensive, cancelling out the cheap rims.
You're right, quality is the main thing, but it would be silly to get quality tires in a size that negates their benefit.
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If you promise to only drive on asphalt, you can go 255
If you expect to go up hills in snow, I seriously wouldn't. You're not a 4500lb SUV. Also quality 255R17 winter tires are going to be expensive, cancelling out the cheap rims.
You're right, quality is the main thing, but it would be silly to get quality tires in a size that negates their benefit.
If you expect to go up hills in snow, I seriously wouldn't. You're not a 4500lb SUV. Also quality 255R17 winter tires are going to be expensive, cancelling out the cheap rims.
You're right, quality is the main thing, but it would be silly to get quality tires in a size that negates their benefit.
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I'll pass on that suggestion!
The drive carefully part is good advice, but cheapo tires in snow aren't really cheap, they can be really expensive, if you know what I mean. I tend to spend a good amount on tires on all my vehicles, just makes sense to me.
In a big storm I won't be driving this, but there will be times when roads are slick and cars are off the road and braking is difficult, and I'd rather always be the guy with the good tires.
The drive carefully part is good advice, but cheapo tires in snow aren't really cheap, they can be really expensive, if you know what I mean. I tend to spend a good amount on tires on all my vehicles, just makes sense to me.
In a big storm I won't be driving this, but there will be times when roads are slick and cars are off the road and braking is difficult, and I'd rather always be the guy with the good tires.
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I'll pass on that suggestion!
The drive carefully part is good advice, but cheapo tires in snow aren't really cheap, they can be really expensive, if you know what I mean. I tend to spend a good amount on tires on all my vehicles, just makes sense to me.
In a big storm I won't be driving this, but there will be times when roads are slick and cars are off the road and braking is difficult, and I'd rather always be the guy with the good tires.
The drive carefully part is good advice, but cheapo tires in snow aren't really cheap, they can be really expensive, if you know what I mean. I tend to spend a good amount on tires on all my vehicles, just makes sense to me.
In a big storm I won't be driving this, but there will be times when roads are slick and cars are off the road and braking is difficult, and I'd rather always be the guy with the good tires.
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