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Old Mar 16, 2013 | 07:52 AM
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Recommended Spacers on NB 997

Guys, new wheels are here and I am debating adding spacers when they go on. Any recommendations? I was thinking 7mm all they way around or maybe a larger spacer in the rear.

Current Setup
H&R springs - 1.2 inch drop
New Wheels - Front = 19x8, 53mm offset, rear = 19x11 58mm offset
 
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I have the exact same set-up.

Lobster claw wheels with H&R springs and 7mm all around.
 
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Thanks, do you think you can go a little wider in the rear?

Or is 7 MM perfect in your opinion.
 
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I've got 7 MM in front and 15 MM in the rear. Running 295's on the rear they meet the edge of the fender just right.
 
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I could go wider but I don't want to.

I like looks and function and unless you are one of those guys who will buy 5 sets of spacers just a few mm apart to find the perfect fit I think 7mm is just right.

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Thanks, do you think you can go a little wider in the rear?

Or is 7 MM perfect in your opinion.
 
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My car has the factory 5mm and I am happy with them, 7mm might be a little better. I don't want them to far out, will kick up to much crap.
 
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I thought I saw somewhere that the optimal combo was 5mm front and 7mm rear.
 
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I have just 7mm on the back and like the look a lot. I never track, so for me it is just for looks.
 
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I think i might do 7 mm all the way around but does anyone have a pick of 7 mm in the front and 15 mm in the back?

I want an aggressive look but I do not want it to stick out too far...

Thanks fellas!
 
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