Wheel Upgrade - Offset Difference of 10mm

pierremcalpine · Apr 8th, 2016, 19:51

Not sure if any of you have knowledge/experience on this topic but here goes:

My V70 currently has factory 16" wheels on it (16"/5x108/+50mm offset) and I've come across a set of 4 Volvo Mirzam wheels which are 17"/5x108/+40mm offset).

This would effectively widen the wheel base by 20mm. I've read that reducing the offset could put additional strain on wheel bearings, and alter the feel/handling with undesirable consequences. Is an extra 10mm on both sides something to worry about?

tommyweaves · Apr 9th, 2016, 06:28

I'd be more concerned that your tyres would rub on the inner bodywork. I'd be inclined to get a set of 17" rims that are the correct dimensions for your car. Note that most of the 17" Volvo p3 rims are 17x7J which will not need steering limiters fitted, but the Njord alloy is 17x8J does need steering limiters. If your car was factory fitted with 16" wheels then you will not have steering limiters.

pierremcalpine · Apr 11th, 2016, 19:56

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Originally Posted by tommyweaves

I'd be more concerned that your tyres would rub on the inner bodywork. I'd be inclined to get a set of 17" rims that are the correct dimensions for your car. Note that most of the 17" Volvo p3 rims are 17x7J which will not need steering limiters fitted, but the Njord alloy is 17x8J does need steering limiters. If your car was factory fitted with 16" wheels then you will not have steering limiters.

Thanks, Tommy. You are right. I'm going to hold out and see if I can find some decent deals for rims that are specific to my model.

Apr 8th, 2016, 19:51	#1
pierremcalpine Premier Member Last Online: Jan 3rd, 2024 14:43 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Toronto Canada	Wheel Upgrade - Offset Difference of 10mm Not sure if any of you have knowledge/experience on this topic but here goes: My V70 currently has factory 16" wheels on it (16"/5x108/+50mm offset) and I've come across a set of 4 Volvo Mirzam wheels which are 17"/5x108/+40mm offset). This would effectively widen the wheel base by 20mm. I've read that reducing the offset could put additional strain on wheel bearings, and alter the feel/handling with undesirable consequences. Is an extra 10mm on both sides something to worry about? __________________ 2003 V40 1.9T B4204T4, 197,000miles (sold but alive!), 2004 S60 2.5T, 160,000miles, 2010 V70 3.2, 125,000miles, 2002 V70XC 2.4, 175,000miles Click here for my x40 and V70 P3 repair guides

Apr 9th, 2016, 06:28	#2
tommyweaves Premier Member Last Online: Apr 10th, 2024 19:55 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Sleaford	I'd be more concerned that your tyres would rub on the inner bodywork. I'd be inclined to get a set of 17" rims that are the correct dimensions for your car. Note that most of the 17" Volvo p3 rims are 17x7J which will not need steering limiters fitted, but the Njord alloy is 17x8J does need steering limiters. If your car was factory fitted with 16" wheels then you will not have steering limiters.

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