http://www.rsracing.com/tech-wheel.html

I need to replace at least two tires, and one rim on my eclipse. Its kind of sad right now. I have three 18" rims (though only two are actually on the car at the moment), and two that I think are 16. I know nothing about tire size or anything like that.

I'm going with my BIL to pick-a-part tomorrow to hopefully pick up some new (used) wheels. I don't care for the 18" wheels. I wouldn't mind driving my car just stock, its not like I'm trying to show it off or impress anyone, and I don't want it to look like I am. I'm less concerned about having matching rims (though that is a somewhat deciding factor, but at this point, i just want something i can drive on), i just want them to all be the same size.

I think I'm looking for 16"s. I'd like to find stock rims, but not sure how likely it is that i will. I know I need 5 lug, But what about all those other numbers on tires? What numbers should I be looking for to fit on my car? I don't want anything too big or too small. I suppose if we can pull them off of another eclipse, it should be okay, but otherwise, how do I know? I am a complete moron here, and if I wanted to just stick with the 18" rims, I'd just look for numbers matching the ones I already have.

So I'd really appreciate if someone could tell me what numbers to look for, and a dumbed down explanation of what those numbers mean would be awesome.

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our 2000 galant es needs the entire rear suspention rebushed ..... does anyone know where we can get just the bushings or are we stuck buying complete assemblys..Thanks all

Hi
I own a 2001 SWB Shogun Pinin 5 Stud with Steel wheels and Trims, can anyone tell me what or indeed if any alternative vehicle stud patterns will fit as i am unable to find some original Pinin wheels, I have scoured the net to find the Technical specs for the wheel and a Workshop manual without success

Your help is apprecited

Regards

Paul

hey i have recently purchased a full tikico suspension struts with springs combo from perfromancepsi.com on there website it says that the new suspension will lower my car 1.5 inches, i have already purchased front strut bar and new poly bushing set , is the 1.5 drop enough to make me need a front and rear camber kit, i already am going to get a alaignment after the install to adjust the toe im just wondering if i will need a front or rear camber kit or both. and if there is anything else i am missing to complete my suspension on my 98 spyder please inform me

Has anyone changed the Pads and/or Discs on a 2000 'X' Reg Mitsubishi Carisma?

I have conflicting info as to whether you have to have a spinning tool to push the piston back into the caliper or that the pistons can just be pushed back?

Also, if i'm just changing the Pads and Discs and hang the caliper up on something, i do not need to bleed the braking system?

Cheers

Darrel

Springs with the description for a GS-T, GSX, and TSI eagle talon. will they fit a FWD GS? I know the GS-T and TSI's are FWD but the GSX are not.

I purchased a set BC coilovers on May 2008 and installed the kit in my car . I only drive my car for daily work, and have put it approximately 4000 miles.

I drove my car on highway with my family last Sunday, all of a sudden, I had this happen to me after the car was out of control (see the attached images).

Holly shit, it was ridiculous!! The product is a crap, I am going to sue this company for this ‘shit’ product.

hi!

i recently purchased these coil over springs for my 99' galant (just springs):

http://img.alibaba.com/photo/11501150/Adju...op_Lift_Kit.jpg

There were no included instructions, not even letting me know what springs are for the rear or front. these are much skinnyer than my stock springs and shorter too. can these springs be used on my stock struts? i know how to take off the struts and put them back on so installation is not a prob but i just want to know if these can work with my stock shock struts or do i need to buy different accesories? i just dont want to screw up the car or get hurt. thank you!

So i purchased some MSR wheels and installed them on my car today. Everything was going perfect till i installed the front right wheel. The center cap just popped out and dosent go back on the rim. I tried switching the back wheel to the front and it still pops out. So i know its not the wheels or center caps but i have no clue why the right side popped out. If anyone knows please help me out... Thanks

I have been looking, They both have the same bolt pattern. The lancer i think has a smaller offset, But I cant figure out how that really works. Thanks for any help.

Ok, so I've asked a lot of engine related questions over the nearly a year since joining the forum. But I really haven't spent all that much time trying to learn about modifying my suspension. So I'm going to just ask some questions and hope for the random free-for-all of answers to be useful. :-)

- What is the difference between lowering springs and coilovers?
- When a set of springs gives a number of inches, is that the amount lower the car is getting or the height off the ground the car will be?
- What is the purpose of a "performance" tie bar?
- What is the point of a rear strut bar on a FWD vehicle?
- What are sway bars for, and how do they affect performance?
- What is the difference between slotted, drilled and slotted, and regular rotors for disc brakes?
- Is there such a thing as a performance drum brake?
- What is a dampner kit for?
- What is camber exactly?

I admit to KIND OF knowing the answers to a lot of those questions, but I want to see what a more experienced person will answer with. I've also read about a lot of it on Wikipedia, and it didn't all sink in/make sense, so please don't just be all, "GO READ WIKIPEDIA LOLOL".

Thanks!
- Sam

Just had an accident and cracked a rim and ruined another. I have a set of 16" chrome wheels off a 98 spyder gst and wanted to know if they would work. Thanks in advance.

does anyone know where I can find just the center caps for these rims?????? Its driving me crazy!... next rims web page

I have 18x8.5 wheels on my car. The tires that i have are 245/55. Does anyone know if it is possible to do a 225/55 or a 215/55 on thoes wheels?

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is any one running staggered rims? i have a 95 gst and i was wondering what it looks like. i know it may be silly since i only have a fwd car but i was wondering how cool it looks. i am going to buy a set of 18" rim for my 2g. i was wondering how wide of a rim i can run without rubbing issues?


thanks

i picked up a set of adjustable springs and some new struts cause my rear ones were blown form the po. me and a buddy spent 3 hours tryin to get the the front one off and it was like f u. we couldn't get the shock out cause it was stock on the bottom mount and the mount wouldn't go low enough to let the shock out at all. so is there a diy somewhere? thats one thing i can't find on this site.....

can anyone tell me the ideal mag wheel measurement. im currently using a 205/65/15 tires. i have a 4 stud

Ok, well i want to drop it a little bit just like a inch or 1.5 or something. But you cant just turn it to lower it and they dont make a kit for it....that i can find. And i really dont want to cut the springs and make it rattle and shake like crazy. So can anyone give me some advice??

taking offers if you want a pic just msg me or email me at s1rad@hotmail.com
and I have 2 headlight assembly for a 95 eclipse passanger side


also selling a 01 GTP Super Charger with throttle body

Thanks,
steve

Just wanting to know how low would you be able to drop a G3 Spyder 01 GT with a set of 17's, without any rubbing or what not? Thank You

I want to lower my car, but I can't decided how I should go about it. I've been talking to my buddy and he says I should just go straight springs. This is because coil overs need to be adjusted for a while until they're right, have a lot more bouncy ride, and can wear out easier, I guess. But my question is this: since I live in Wisconsin, should I use coil overs so that I can raise my car up a little when its winter, or should I just get set springs? What are the pros and cons of each? This is the first time for modifying the suspension on any car so I want to make sure I do it right. Any tips would be very helpful. Thanks!

I have a set of 15" Peter Wherret special rims I don't need anymore. they probably need another polish as they've been sitting around a little while and 2 have got very small scrapes on them
Anyone interested in buying them?

I have a set of 15" Peter Wherret special rims I don't need anymore. they probably need another polish as they've been sitting around a little while and 2 have got very small scrapes on them
Anyone interested in buying them?

I have a set of 15" Peter Wherret special rims I don't need anymore. they probably need another polish as they've been sitting around a little while and 2 have got very small scrapes on them
Anyone interested in buying them?

im having some problems with my eclipse and i can't really tell whats going on. i had a new transmission put in and the owner called and said that my front axle was bad and they had to replace it but soon as i got in the car it made this annoying squeaking noise as it rolled and it gets extremely loud when you turn. for some reason now it starts squeaking when i hit a pot hole or go over a speed bump. one day i got out and checked it after i parked and got close to the drivers side wheel and i heard it still.. like there was still something behind the wheel rotating or spinning...please help me

the main reason i had to get a new transmission was because i had lost my 2 4 R and the others were popping out.. the man said it was my syncros. now its in and im still not getting into R and some gears are kinda tough to get into..they also said the shifter cables were bad...is this the problem or am i going to have to push my car off a ledge..

ok so i bought this 91 galant GSR...has a fancy shmancy elevtronic controlled suspension, but seems to me its just busted. does anyone here have any experience with it? if so help would be appreciated. right now it just look slike i lowered my car, which really isnt a bad thing i guess, but it rides like hell. every litle bump is a pain. and speed bumps are the bane of my existence...and there are three coming into my apartment complex. anyway...HELP!

Ran across this today.It is a great site that lets your preview rims on just about any car(color /model/year) out there.


http://www.wheelrack.com

Well i'm planning to upgrade my suspension, I'm not going to lie dont even know where to begin. I have tried to find some info on the web but no luck. If anyone knows whats hot and if any pictures this would help thanks a bunch.

Hi, all

I just found (actually the guy in discount-tire found) that two of my 2000 GT stock rims were bent inside part in this morning when i went there for tire balancing.

OMG..
Michigan road is pretty bad.. or stock rims are so weak..
I already got two vent rims before, so i changed two times each summer ('06, '07)

Now,, two rims are bent at the same time.. T.T
I really want to cry 'cause I spent a lot of money for changing timing belt in dealership. (~1k)

Here is my situation..

I have two bent rims (stock GT 5-spoke) and 4 worn summer tires and 4 good winter tires. I will change winter tires around the end of October..

Which one is best?
1. buy 4 new aftermarket rims (strong ones,, any recommendations??)
2. buy 4 new aftermarket wheels (new tires and rims,, any recommendations??)
3. buy 2 OEM stock rims (used one or new.. ?? )
** eventually I should buy 4 new summer tires (this time? or next spring)

If you guys give good advise or recommendations, I appreciate it.

What brand of tires do you have?
What brand of rims do you have?

Thank you in advance..

Yunju.
p.s. my budget is tight.
(good performance with good price)

oh, my summer tire is Kumho Ecsta MX.
They are little bit off size. 225/45-17. (stock one is 215/50-17 )
They are worn on outside edges that make some vibrations.

I think MX is not a best one for my 2000 GT.

Do you have any recommendations?
DiscountTire recommended BFG super sports or Brigdestone RE960 PP. and Kumho ASX..
There are good??

Thank you again.

Hey guys. I own a 94 pajero swb and wanna upgrade the current rubber along with adding some ride height. Any one know what the max size I could fit on it without doing any suspension work. Thanks for any input.

Robert

hey i bought a rear sway bar off of a turbo model and want to know what i need to do to put it on my '98 RS eclipse. also how do i replace the end links and where can i get them? thanx y'all

I recently purchased a '98 eclipse RS for a VERY good amount of money. So far, I have an Injen Cold air intake, Greddy Exhaust, Greddy Shiftknob & header. Since it is a 420 a engine only a V4, i want to get a new engine (possibly turbo), but I want a good quality and performance. So any suggestions? I am also looking for good suspension and a good brand for my interior (the previous owner was a serious smoker I guess).

Just want to know if anyone has these Rims on there Eclipse
Planning on getting some rims soon, and was wanting what would look the best
for my Application The first 2 are Azul, Speed 7, 17's both in gloss black and HB,
the 3 after that are Motegi Dp-5's,17's,in gun metal, silver, and, HB, and the last one is SportMax, 786, 17's, in Hyper Silver.... Let me know what you guys think here is a picture of my ride as well....

I have been looking for a full coilover suspension for my 93 diamante but have found it extreamly hard to find performance parts. if someone could point me in the right direction that would be great.

Hey,

I am looking at a set of new 18's for my Lancer SE. 5/114.3 bolt pattern, 47mm offset. 18x7.5 size.

Rubber that I want is slightly wider ( 225/45/18 ) than the stock GTS tire (which is 215/45/18 ). Works out to about 1% difference on the speedo.

Am I going to have any rubbing issues, or am I good to go??!?!?

BTW - car is stock height, not lowered.


Thanks!

After a good heavy rain have a loud rubbing/grinding/flopping (almost sounds like a flat tire) noise coming from the rear - sounds like the driver side. Not when accelerating or in reverse, only in first gear and only when reducing speed to first gear. Once dry, noise stops. Any comments/suggestions/experiences with this problem?

i heard that if you lowered the car, it's best to change the suspension. because if the stock suspension is use with a lowered spring, it will damage the suspension in a year time, is it true?

can someone tell me the correct bolt pattern for my 93 eclipse

i have read 2 different things one 5 x 114 and the other 5 x 110

just need to make sure so i can find me some rims

Whats up guys...I am new to the site and I have a 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES, and Im interested in ordering some rims within the next couple of days, but I have some questions..... I want 18" Rims with 8" width...will that fit the bolt pattern is 5x114.3 and the offset is +40mm.....I am really not too familar with all of this and just need some insight THANKS!!

Haven't been on in a while, but take a look

I want to change the rims on my 1999 Mitsubishi Carisma. The current tire size is 185/65 R14. I am thinking about buying 15" rims instead (I am not sure what tire size is yet).

The question is, will the performance of the car be effected knowing that the car motor is a 1.6L one? I am buying them off of someone who bought them for his 1.3L car. He said that his car became really slow after putting the tires on. Will that happen with my car?

thanks

I am looking at snagging a set of Enkei LM1s for my Lancer, but I need someone with a set to find something out for me. I need to know how flat it is on the surface of the spokes. I know its a little wierd but I own a CNC Mill and plan to mill into the rims with some designs a friend made for me and I need a good flat surface to mill onto. So hopefully someone could help or know of some other rims that would work.

Hey,
You guys with the 08-09 GTS Lancer, whenever you get new rims, give me a shout, I want the stock GTS Rims.

Okay so i have a chance to get a set of 350z rims for cheap(200) in really good shape. the mitsu factory rims if i am correct are 16x7 and the 350z rims are 18x8 will they rub?

hey ppl I want to buy 3000gt vr4 rims if ne1 noes or has them hit me up on my sn braindedracr7506 or pm me. 1

hey ppl I want to buy 3000gt vr4 rims if ne1 noes or has them hit me up on my sn braindedracr7506 or pm me. 1