I need some help. I'm trying to get information about the 17" wheels which nobody has been able to answer. I will be racing a Cooper S here in the states and I'd like to get a head start on some research.
Here's the info I need:
- Will a 225/45R17 (or 225/50R16) fit in the wheel well on the stock 17" wheel? If it doesn't, where's the problem?
- What is the offset of the 17" and 16" wheels? The 15" wheel is 45mm. My guess is that the 17's are around 38-40mm but I don't know exactly. Can you measure it, I can explain how.
I can reimburse you for expenses you spend.
For example, take your MINI to your local tyre shop and ask them if they'll mount a 225/45R17 (or 225/50R16) tyre on a front and rear wheel. It needs to be this size because that is what the race tire is available in. Put them on the car and turn the wheel lock-to-lock. Check to see that the clearance is fine in front and rear. Do one tire at a time, front first. If the front doesn't fit, don't bother checking the rear.
I know this is a lot to ask, but I can't get the answers any other way and waiting puts me "behind the ball".
I can send you money via Paypal or any other method. I was thinking around $30 would do for a quick mount and dismount.
Any takers?
Here's the info I need:
- Will a 225/45R17 (or 225/50R16) fit in the wheel well on the stock 17" wheel? If it doesn't, where's the problem?
- What is the offset of the 17" and 16" wheels? The 15" wheel is 45mm. My guess is that the 17's are around 38-40mm but I don't know exactly. Can you measure it, I can explain how.
I can reimburse you for expenses you spend.
For example, take your MINI to your local tyre shop and ask them if they'll mount a 225/45R17 (or 225/50R16) tyre on a front and rear wheel. It needs to be this size because that is what the race tire is available in. Put them on the car and turn the wheel lock-to-lock. Check to see that the clearance is fine in front and rear. Do one tire at a time, front first. If the front doesn't fit, don't bother checking the rear.
I know this is a lot to ask, but I can't get the answers any other way and waiting puts me "behind the ball".
I can send you money via Paypal or any other method. I was thinking around $30 would do for a quick mount and dismount.
Any takers?