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Jun 16, 2011 | 04:56 PM

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vv23

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This is 10mm front and 17mm rear. I find this to be the perfect setup...I couldve even gone 18mm rear, but left it at 17. I prob wouldnt do 15mm all around...from an angle it may look like the fronts stick out more than the rears do.

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Jun 16, 2011 | 05:00 PM

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PS does anyone notice that my rear drivers wheel and front passenger wheel are brighter than the other 2? I should swap sides, but i'm wondering how they discoloured overtime like that

Jun 17, 2011 | 02:16 AM

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Good looking car, congrats!

Jun 17, 2011 | 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by jpflip

Alex this is my case, 15mmm all around....

I know your car JP, i have pics with it on my computer

I think that with 15mm in front the wheels are going out to much at least for my taste.

Jun 17, 2011 | 05:59 AM

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ttboost

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7front and 15rear....bought spacers and longer bolts from Damian at Tirerack.

Jun 17, 2011 | 06:08 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by vv23

PS does anyone notice that my rear drivers wheel and front passenger wheel are brighter than the other 2? I should swap sides, but i'm wondering how they discoloured overtime like that

That is one of those things that you dont notice untill somebody points that out. I think it just looks natural that fronts are covered by a slight layer of brake dust and appear darker.

About spacers, I have a super-newbie question. Is there another reason for installing spacers except for looks? Dont they put on weight which should be a negative thing in respect of handling?

I just had new tires installed to rear and noticed while watched the tire-guy work that there are thin spacers installed in my 996 turbo. Could they be from the factory? How thick are they and do you remove them when installing bigger spacers?

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Jun 17, 2011 | 06:17 AM

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They do add rotating weight, which is bad, but just ounces, maybe a pound total.......Spacers also give you a wider stance, albeit not by much, but a wider stance nonetheless...