Wheels that clear EVO calipers

[tsunari]

There are quite a few threads talking about using the EVO8/9 Brembo calipers on the 2Gs. The main issue seems to be whether or not wheels will fit. This thread intends to start compiling a list of wheels (and specs) that *DO* fit. So if you have done the swap and have a set of wheels that you know fit, post em up in the following format:

MFG Model Size Offset Spacer: Status

Enkei RPF1 17x8.5 +40 none : Pending
Enkei EVO8 17x8.0 +38 none : Pending

 

[tonyseagle]

Bump. I am suprised this thread didn't get any replies. It could most definitely be a useful tool for a lot of people considering the brake swap.

I am using the stock Evo 8 rims (They work of course) and in a few weeks to a month I will see if my 17x8 Rota Slips fit. They probably won't, but only time will tell.

 

[ACM]

Kosei K1 TS (similar to RPF1s) 17x8 clear Evo brakes. Offset unknown.

 

[L1v1ng L3g3nd]

Currently i am running a 18x8 ET 35 Wheel on my DSM.

To clear the calipers in the front, i had to put 7mm spacers on each side.
Clearance on the calipers in the back is no problem...

 

[cait sith]

Honestly, wouldn't it be easier to just poke around an EVO forum (eg evolution-m or whatever) and see what fits there? Our fenders aren't that drastically different on the outside when you have a bit of camber and rolled fenders (which you should be more worried about than hitting the suspension arms with the Evo 4 pots).

I know that 17x9 +29 RGIIs offset clear easily, and fit fine on 2Gs.

For what it's worth, IMO, the best wheels for a 2G are 17x9 +29 or 17 x 9.5 +22 (or lower if you really want to run super wide tires), and pay more attention to the center sectional width of the tire than 235-245-255 etc.

 

[vr4scott]

I've got Cobra R rims on mine and they clear good with no spacer.

 

[jtmcinder]

Honestly, wouldn't it be easier to just poke around an EVO forum (eg evolution-m or whatever) and see what fits there? Our fenders aren't that drastically different on the outside when you have a bit of camber and rolled fenders (which you should be more worried about than hitting the suspension arms with the Evo 4 pots).

Did you miss the part where it said, rather clearly, that the question in this thread is caliper clearance?

As to searching around Evo forums, the signal to noise ratio on most of those boards is terrible. The OP has a much better chance getting an accurate answer here.

 

[jtmcinder]

I am using the stock Evo 8 rims (They work of course) and in a few weeks to a month I will see if my 17x8 Rota Slips fit. They probably won't, but only time will tell.

Actually, the Rotas are likely to clear. I'm not going to get into the whole "Rotas will break and kill you" vs "there's nothing wrong with Rotas and I've run 9s on them" debate, but they do have good clearance.

 

[tonyseagle]

Actually, the Rotas are likely to clear. I'm not going to get into the whole "Rotas will break and kill you" vs "there's nothing wrong with Rotas and I've run 9s on them" debate, but they do have good clearance.

This made my day. I sure hope so.

 

[gofer]

I run a 17" x 8", 38mm offset that clears the Evo Brembos.

 

[L1v1ng L3g3nd]

I run a 17" x 8", 35mm offset that clears the Evo Brembos.

I run the same rim width and offset and mine doesn't clear the Brembos, so it also depends on the shape of the wheel...

 

[gofer]

My bad, I meant a 17 x 8, 38mm offset. Typo.

 

[tsunari]

One thing I'm not sure will make much of a difference is whether the calipers are mounted on the JDM Galant knuckles vs. a modified stock 2g knuckle with bracket.

Either way, it's good to see some responses, so here's the updated list:


MFG, Model, Size, Offset, Spacer, Status (Notes)
Enkei, RPF1, 17x8.5, +40 mm, +0 mm, YES (Rolled fenders can fit 245/40)
Enkei, EVO8, 17x8.0, +38 mm, +0 mm, YES
Enkei, EVO9, 17x8.0, +38 mm, +0 mm, YES
Kosei, K1 TS, 17x8.0, UNK, +0 mm, YES
UNK, Cobra R, 17x9.0, UNK, +0 mm, YES
Rota, Slipstream, 17x8.0, UNK, +0 mm, Pending

 

[dsmspick]

Any of the bbs rims found on evo mr's will clear as well. I dont know the specs but a friend has the evo 9 bbs's and they fit with no issues.

 

[jtmcinder]

One thing I'm not sure will make much of a difference is whether the calipers are mounted on the JDM Galant knuckles vs. a modified stock 2g knuckle with bracket.

The way that the calipers are mounted shouldn't make a difference. What matters is the rotor diameter and the shape (i.e., model) of the caliper. I say this because the mounting stuff is tucked away inside and behind and doesn't come close to the wheel.

 

[jtmcinder]

My bad, I meant a 17 x 8, 38mm offset. Typo.

I think that the post above yours was asking for the model of wheel. Maybe it was supposed to be obvious that you meant Rota Slips from the previous few posts, but, as you know, obvious is never enough.

 

[BOOSTIN21]

I know that the FD wheels fit with at least a 20mm spacer. 16x8's
MKIV Supra N/A wheels fit with at least 20mm spacer. 16x8 and 16x9
16x8 TE37's fit but I am unsure of needed spacing and/or offset
16x8 Slips may fit as well

Sorry to bring back from the dead but this is a useful topic.

 

[glowryder]

XXR 527 17X8.25 +35 Will not fit. +8MM spacer, they will clear the caliper, but will poke out ~1"

 

[jerzeeog]

I'm now in the process of looking for a wheel to clear the 3kgt vr4 calipers (which needs pretty much the same clearance specs as the Evo Brembos). The advice I was given, which might help anyone also looking, was to search as though you are purchasing wheels for an Evo 8 or 9. Since the bolt pattern is the same all that needs to be looked at is the offset and width, but the clearance would not be an issue.

Keep the offset at 32-35mm and the width 8-8.5 inches for fitment without needing spacers or fender rolling. Some 40mm might fit but at that point is a trial and error and the spacers/fender rolling might be needed.

 

[bradikus7]

Can we add Evo X calipers to the mix as that is what I'll be running.

 

[jerzeeog]

Can we add Evo X calipers to the mix as that is what I'll be running.

Do they differ from the Evo VIII or IX calipers??

 

[LaserRS92]

I am also very curious about the VR4 caliper wheel fitments. Is it true those calipers are wider than the Brembos??

 

[jerzeeog]

I am also very curious about the VR4 caliper wheel fitments. Is it true those calipers are wider than the Brembos??

I don't believe this is true. They should be the same. Some people think due to the "Mitsubishi" letters being raised instead of printed they are thicker.
The main difference instead of the calipers might come from the thickness of the rim spoke. The spokes on the Evo 8 Enkei are only 3/4" deep where most aftermarket run 1" or thicker.

 

[ACM]

The VR4 calipers are much, much smaller than Evo 8/9 Brembos in every dimension. Any wheel that fits an Evo 8/9 will have more than enough clearance for a VR4 caliper - assuming rotor diameters are the same as the source car.

I have Evo 8/9 brakes on my daily driver and VR4 brakes on the front of my autocross car. The wheels that fit my autocross car won't go anywhere near my daily driver - 16x8.5 Koseis and 18x10.5 CCWs, although the Koseis don't really fit, they did in the workshop, but not when used in anger. The CCWs need a 3mm spacer to clear the VR4 calipers, they would need a 1 inch spacer to even stand a chance of clearing the Brembos.

I don't have any data on the Evo X setup.

 

[bradikus7]

Do they differ from the Evo VIII or IX calipers??

Yes, the mounting ears are a lot taller than the 8/9s. Making them a minim of 18 inch wheel requirements.