Hi guys,

I'm new to this forum. I just bought a Rx-8 2004 GS 6 speed. I have currently 225/45/R18 tire on it for summer and want to know if I can put 16 inches mag for winter. The dealer said me that I can put 17 inches mag for sure on it, but I don't know if 16 inches will fit or not. Anyone try it? By the way, it will be mazda 3 or mazda protege mags. Same bolt patern (5 holes, 114.3 mm).

thanks

 

Yeah, it'll work. It'll probably look pretty stupid, though. And your speedo will be way messed up.

 

You should try one on. I'm pretty sure the "sport" brake rotor won't fit in a 16, I use cheap 17's

S

 

I think I read on here somewhere that the larger front rotors on the Sport model and up won't fit a 16" wheel. Check the For Sale section...seems like there's always a selection of 17s with winter tires mounted for about $600-1000 up there.

 

16" wheels won't fit on a sport model with the big brakes.

Jasmin - you'd be better off posting in the "Wheels, tires,..." forum. Or search/browse there. There are usually threads on this very topic.

Also, visit tirerack.com. They have a very nice system for finding tires and wheels that fit. A few minutes with that and you'll be able to figure out what size tires on 17" wheels will work and will have the same rolling radius as your summer tires/wheels. The tire/wheel selector (and price calculator) works even if you don't buy from them.

You can get new 17" winter tire and wheel combinations for not much more than $1000. Check that out. Also do as Groundrush suggests and check the "For sale" forum here.

Also visit the "Show and shine" forum so you can learn how to clean your 8 after you drive it through the slush.

Ken

 

What he said^ 16's will only fit non-sport AT RX-8's

 

Ok thanks guys. I decide anyway to buy 17 inches for winter instead of 16. It will keep a better look.

 

Where did you buy?? Tire Rack?

 

I tried to fit 16's and they won't fit. You will need to get 17's no matter what due to the brake caliper size. For tires I highly recommend the Dunlop M3 sports. I've been using them for 2 years now and they're great! Nice and "V" rated as well. Good snow and ice control and with the 17's your wheels will be lighter too so you'll feel a new sense of vigor.