Chris's new build of an MX5 based car

[Stot]

Only problem with those is MX5 hubs have studs rather than bolts. For 20mm you are going to want hubcentric with longer studs in the hubs.

Cheers
Stot

[voucht]

"Hubcentric", that's the word! Thanks, I'm learning almost every day out here

Yes, they are very expensive, and sometimes, it is cheaper to find other wheels with the right ET...

[norton]

Well, these wheel were £190 for a brand new set of 4 so even if I buy hubs I'll still have saved a bit. I can atleast spacer the wheels to be flush with the rear arches.

Stanced!

[CTWV50]

Originally Posted by norton

Well, these wheel were £190 for a brand new set of 4 so even if I buy hubs I'll still have saved a bit. I can atleast spacer the wheels to be flush with the rear arches.

Stanced!

I only went with ET15 so the rears filled the arches but then I decided it wouldn't hurt to go ET 15 on the front for clearance just incase. Can you not send the wheels back and have them send you a different ET set. I tried spacers with the original mx5 wheels and it just made me feel uneasy when fitted. edit: ET15 on the front with 13" wheels just about allowed use of full escort rack steering lock btw.

[Rosco]

what width "13s are you running?

[norton]

I'l sourced some good quality spacer which if the rear arch drawins are accurate should result a good looking fitment.

13x7 Rosco although a 13x8 would likely be possible on the rear if desired.

[CTWV50]

Originally Posted by Rosco

what width "13s are you running?

7" 185 front 205 rear

[CTWV50]

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I've gotten use to my car and it's performance so time for a change, I finally took the plunge and removed the engine while the sun was still out! And I finally own an engine crane!

This 1.6 engine did a full 360 miles in my car, I'm so glad I didn't spend loads of money on it. I might even reuse the filter and the oil out of it! lol!