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Wheel Fitment for '08 Base Model

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by jonah.borgenicht, Sep 29, 2017.

  1. jonah.borgenicht

    jonah.borgenicht Junior Member

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    I've got a quick question about some wheels that I found, They're JNC 014s in Gloss Bronze (sorry I can't post a link yet since I'm fairly new).

    I'm thinking 17x8.25s all around.

    I'm just wondering if these would fit on my '08 Prius, and what tire size I would need.

    If they don't fit I would love to know of some other similar options I could go for, or what steps I could take to make them fit.

    Thanks
     
    #1 jonah.borgenicht, Sep 29, 2017
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    If you use 205/45R17 or 215/45R17 they should work so long as you get a rim size with the correct offset. Do some searching on PC for offsets for 17" rims; I know there's a good thread or two on the forums with people posting what offsets they've used (just do not use the 3rd gen Prius as a reference; it has a larger wheel well). Also, expect a 5 or more mpg reduction in your fuel economy.
     
    #2 Kevin_Denver, Sep 30, 2017
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    jonah.borgenicht Junior Member

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    Thanks so much man, I really appreciate it!
     
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    my wheels are 40mm offset. I believe 50mm would fit better and you might be able to squeeze a 225 tire in there without rubbing or modding the fenders. I don't think more than a 7.5" wide wheel is a good idea though.
     
    #4 69shovlhed, Oct 1, 2017
  5. jonah.borgenicht

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    Yeah I kind of agree, I was thinking 8.25 would be a little too wide.
     
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    I got 7" wide, and the wheels came with 225/50r16 tires; they poked out in the front enough I knew they would munch my fenders. however there was plenty of room on the inside.
     
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    Good to know what I need to look out for.
     
    #7 jonah.borgenicht, Oct 1, 2017
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    16x7 @ 45mm offset on my touring, test fit 17x7.5 at same offset and it appears good, although I haven't taken the plunge and done it so I couldnt tell you if it scrubs in the front. The 17x7.5 test fit at 45mm offset was with 205/45 R17 Yokohamas.
     
    #8 Speedfink, Oct 20, 2017
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