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Old Mar 10, 2008 | 06:34 PM
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I think I found a pretty good deal on a set of 20" Iforged wheels. They are off a 997tt. Will they fit my 2001 996tt stock suspension? Any help guys??? I'm worried that they won't fit properly.
 
Old Mar 10, 2008 | 07:03 PM
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I've always been told 19 are the biggest you should go. I have 19 Iforged and its tight...
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You'll definitely need spacers on the rear to adjust the offsets and probably need to roll the fenders. also I've had 19's rub in the front in certain situations so I would probably leave it alone.
 
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Wait too tight for comfort... like a fat guy in a Miata. iForged go for cheap, just get a brand new set of 19".
 
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My buddy had 20's on his 996TT and hated them, and went back to 19's.
I would not do it, you sacrifice too much performance in the 996TT with such big wheels. It looks funny too.
 
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Thanks guys for the answers. Looks like I'm still looking for wheels. The set I was talking about are on ebay if anyone is interested
 
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Don`t do it! For max performance on a 996 TT go with 18`s
 
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WONT FIT! I already told that dude on ebay to stop advertising it like that....
 
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Fit aside, for the love of god, don't do it. 19s are pushing it, but 20s just look silly IMO.

Might as well paste a diamond-encrusted "dub" emblem on the side of the car.
 
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I have seen a car with 20", very tight fitment. The 20" is more for the 997. For the 996TT stick to 19 or 18. The ride with the 20" will be harsher cause of the ultra low pro tires. The front end is light and a 30 series will definitely give you feedback in the steering wheel. if you decide to lower your car forget about it!
 
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Don`t do it! For max performance on a 996 TT go with 18`s
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