Has anyone put spacer "just" on the rear tires?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by BSBMPG, Jan 25, 2013.

  1. BSBMPG

    BSBMPG Junior Member

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    I am looking to put the Prius 5 17" OEM wheels on my 2010' and I am checking to see if you think I can put 10mm or 12mm spacers just on the rears? Would this make the front & rear offset too wanky? The fronts are pretty flush but the rears clearly are not. Any info or suggestions will be appreciated.
     
    #1 BSBMPG, Jan 25, 2013
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    Many put spacers on only the rears for the very reason you mentioned.

    FYI, it's the Prius 5 now, not the V. Ppl tend to get confused with the Prius v. ;)
     
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    Noted. Thanks
     
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    I had 5mm. spacers in the rear w/my 17" aftermarket wheels. I have since taken it off since I'm not as concerned w/ the flush look.
     
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    I have 13mm installed in mine :)
     
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    ahmeow Prius Lover

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    Hello Sir,
    Do you need to use extended length lug nuts? Is the screw long enough to accepr the 5mm extension? Thanks.
     
    #6 ahmeow, Jan 26, 2013
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    You're good with 5mm. If you want more than 5mm, you should replace it with extended lugs.
     
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    ahmeow Prius Lover

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    Thank you Sir. WIll get them from ebay. Just for the rear tires.
     
    #8 ahmeow, Jan 27, 2013
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