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Sep 17, 2011 | 08:24 AM

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jhbrennan

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Originally Posted by speedy_un

Fair point, however whilst they list 5mm spacers as 'optional' with 8" and 11" diameter wheels in the Tequipment brochure they do not say this for the 8.5" and 11.5".

...having said that, they don't say you cant either!

Porsche uses 5mm spacers on the 12 inch wheel for the GT3 - 5mm looks like this __

Sep 17, 2011 | 08:24 AM

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No problems with Porsche had dealer install when car was in for service. OEM Spacers and bolts so no worries. Never track car so can not comment on track performance.

Sep 17, 2011 | 08:25 AM

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7 front, 15 rear commonly used with no problem

Sep 17, 2011 | 10:57 AM

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speedy_un is infamous around these parts

Thanks for all the replies!

So, looks like the rear will be ok, and with further investigation the front will only be 3mm further out than a GT3 too.

Only slight doubt remaining is that the GT3 suspension is noticeably stiffer, and not sure the wheelarch clearance is ever an issue.

I've also sent the question to Porsche Germany, so will see what they come back with, but you have to assume that if Porsche fitted them to 72offsuit's car then it can't be an issue.

Thanks again.