spags

Just put on 40 inch bro

Only gas id put into my car is the gas out of my ***** into the seats.

Otherwise not worth it mate

Cheers and i hope that helps

The good old rattle

Turn the music up abit, havent had a problem since.

Cheers

Wheels: If you want to buy and fit them locally id try Tech9Tyres.. If you want best price then look at Tempe Tyres in Sydney.. $100 freight/insurance across Aus. Ive bought from these guys on 3 seperate occasions, brilliant prices n good service.

Lowering: Wilkinson Suspension, i got quoted from this mob a while back. Great service n prices.

Havent had anything done performance wise, but have heard good things about XSPEED..

Thats sounds fricken awesome! Ive been convinced, X Force Varex here i come.

yeowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww amasing welcome

Ive Just rang my Supplier (Tempe Tyres).. The Mag i purchased Lenso Konvex 19 x 8.5 has an offset of 38 im told....

*MEH* anyway im over it they are the experts they can sort it.. They f*ck up they can sort it again... and again

And that is my attitude also.

Pay good people to do their job and demand answers if they get it wrong. It's all part of the learning curve. I have learned a lot about my wheels since your first post - so thanks for that :)

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Indeed, and no problems.. haha i go into tyre places these days and find im more cluey then the 'professionals' at times:P

I think around +42 +45 should do it,

Spags: Get your rims checked for the actual offset, you may also get spacers to attach to the hub so that the rims stick out a bit more. Im guessing your rims are not dish style?

Or you can measure them

offset = Length from rear lip to the backside of the hub mounting part - (rim width / 2)

Ive Just rang my Supplier (Tempe Tyres).. The Mag i purchased Lenso Konvex 19 x 8.5 has an offset of 38 im told....

*MEH*

anyway im over it they are the experts they can sort it.. They f*ck up they can sort it again... and again

Well this thread really got me moving!

Today I went to the tyre professionals that installed the mag/tyre combo for me. Their brief from me at purchase time was that I wanted to keep the standard turning circle (as it's fantastic)

I did not want the wheels to extend outside the body work and I had to be completely assured that there would be no rubbing, touching or issues with the wheels. They were also aware that I tow a Jayco caravan and the wheels had to be ok with at least 130kg down on the tow bar.

I relayed the experience described here and I am not in any way suggesting that this didn't happen as described (of course it did) but here is the result of the tests done today.

Just to repeat, the Mags are 19x8 and the tyres 245x40x19 Falken square profile. Please keep in mind I am not an expert, I am a driver that likes handling and performance, but I do pay for good quality and expertise and expect to be looked after.

- The strut configuration at the rear of my SX6 is such that there is absolutely no way the tyre could come in contact with it - under any circumstance.

- The gap from the bottom of the spring housing to the wheel is approx. 15mm and as this (mount) moves with the wheel cannot touch.

- The gap from the back wall of the tyre to the inside body of the car is closer to 18-20mm and again the advise is that this would never touch.

- The overall diameter is 11mm bigger but the gap between the tyre and the top of the wheel arch is such that it is very unlikely that this would ever touch also.

So I think the only thing that can be different between mine and the ones that caused an issue is the offset. My tyres are almost in line with the wheel arch at the rear and are in line with the front arch. I believe the company I dealt with who do mostly performance fit outs has done the right thing for me and ensured that this is the right tyre for me.

One thing that has come out of this for me though, is that I will get a load leveller for the caravan just in case

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Well in that case who the f*ck knows. All that i know is when i fit mine with the 35 profile if it rubs i give up haha.. Sh*t now im worried:p

What Offset do i need?

Well this thread really got me moving!

Today I went to the tyre professionals that installed the mag/tyre combo for me. Their brief from me at purchase time was that I wanted to keep the standard turning circle (as it's fantastic)

I did not want the wheels to extend outside the body work and I had to be completely assured that there would be no rubbing, touching or issues with the wheels. They were also aware that I tow a Jayco caravan and the wheels had to be ok with at least 130kg down on the tow bar.

I relayed the experience described here and I am not in any way suggesting that this didn't happen as described (of course it did) but here is the result of the tests done today.

Just to repeat, the Mags are 19x8 and the tyres 245x40x19 Falken square profile. Please keep in mind I am not an expert, I am a driver that likes handling and performance, but I do pay for good quality and expertise and expect to be looked after.

- The strut configuration at the rear of my SX6 is such that there is absolutely no way the tyre could come in contact with it - under any circumstance.

- The gap from the bottom of the spring housing to the wheel is approx. 15mm and as this (mount) moves with the wheel cannot touch.

- The gap from the back wall of the tyre to the inside body of the car is closer to 18-20mm and again the advise is that this would never touch.

- The overall diameter is 11mm bigger but the gap between the tyre and the top of the wheel arch is such that it is very unlikely that this would ever touch also.

So I think the only thing that can be different between mine and the ones that caused an issue is the offset. My tyres are almost in line with the wheel arch at the rear and are in line with the front arch. I believe the company I dealt with who do mostly performance fit outs has done the right thing for me and ensured that this is the right tyre for me.

One thing that has come out of this for me though, is that I will get a load leveller for the caravan just in case

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Well in that case who the f*ck knows. All that i know is when i fit mine with the 35 profile if it rubs i give up haha.. Sh*t now im worried:p

Loving the sound of this noise adjusting muffler. How exactly does it work, u have a remote in your car and u adjust as u please?

So on long trips u can adjust to nearly no noise?

Whats the muffler system alone cost u pal?

http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

All you ever need mate..

Tire Size Comparison

Specification Sidewall Radius Diameter Circumference Revs/Mile Difference

215/55-17 4.7in 13.2in 26.3in 82.7in 767 0.0%

245/40-19 3.9in 13.4in 26.7in 83.9in 755 1.5%

Tire Size Comparison

Specification Sidewall Radius Diameter Circumference Revs/Mile Difference

215/55-17 4.7in 13.2in 26.3in 82.7in 767 0.0%

245/35-19 3.4in 12.9in 25.8in 80.9in 783 -2.1%

Yeah and your proffesional would be right... It is the closest but still the overall diameter ends up being 11mm more.. The back springs were rubbing, and in all honesty i probably only found out as i went for a drive straight away with 2 lads in the back... You'll probably find you will be fine for general cruising, but on the occasion you have a full car or a full boot it may affect you..

I was shattered haha brand new car and mags arrive on the same day and then i hear the dreaded noise!

Im abit reserved about lowering, my 19*8.5's on 245 tyre i will have fitted look to be right on the mark as far as going wider than the guards... Doesnt look like they will sit nicely in the guards when lowered... This is the only thing holding me back..

Strange you should say that. The TRD Aurion (or TRD 3500S & SL) has a different size to what you've been told to fit on your car.

From the TRD web site:

"The four 19x8" performance alloys improve brake ventilation and preserve

impact resilience. Wrapped in 245/35ZR 19 Dunlop SportMaxx

Performance tyres, they're the perfect link between the

technology of the car and the surface of the road."

Yes mate thats my point the 3 said tyre places recommended the wrong size.. Not sure on normal cruising but with 2 in the back seat the 40 profile would frequently rub..

Recently recieved my new Aurion SX6 in black, with my new 19" mags arriving the same day...

Just a warning i was advised by 3 separate Tyre places (not naming names) that 245/40/19 were the way to go.. Its even listed in a fitment guide..All fit nicely until you go for a drive, then i realised i was in the sh*t.. The tyre scrubs against the spring over large dips and or corners.. Luckily was able to recieve a full exchange at no extra cost. Although im in W.A, bought my wheels from Sydney (will take 2 weeks agh!)

So yeah ive gone with the 35 profile now, noticed all with 19's are using them... Knowones had any problem with rubbing? (even with lowering) (which mine isnt yet, but do plan to shortly)

Thanks and i hope that helps some of you out. Meh to those "Tyre professionals"

$1753 is a rip off, I bet you got this quote for Carmate. Everyone in Sydney knows to stay away from this place. Theere is member of the Sydney crew who has a carbon bonnet that he got for $600 & I have been quoted previously $1000 for the C-One Bonnet.

haha no mate that would be from your very good mates at ignition-x.. Ripoff indeed :)

The cost to purchase, paint & fit will probably cost you almost as much a Carbon Fiber C-One Bonnet.

Extremely doubtful, ive priced a fair few scoops, universal ones both from ssv.com.au and carmate and ill be looking at $100- $200 for the scoop.. NO idea how much itll be to paint and fit, give or take $300 id say..

Compare this with the $1753 'someone' wants for the c-one bonnet, and i think ill come out with a bit of cash left in the pocket. :P

Yeah they are indeed, mighty pricey though... Im more after adding a scoop or vents to my stock bonnet. Something like the evo 5 bonnet design would look hot... Would it be as easy as getting a panel beater to cut the design and add a mesh backing to it... Real noob question here, but if it rained would the water going through the mesh harm the engine at all.

Thanks

Dan

Hey Guys,

I have a stock 05 Sportivo as well and looking at getting a CAI - wat about legalities? Any of you guys from have any problems getting rego? Can the Pod stay exposed or will the boys in blue get ?

CES now have a CAI for the Sportivo with 2 different options. $399 for CAI with pod filter(copy of K&N) of with a K&N for $447. Dyno proven gains over TRD CAI of approx 4kw. Intake pipe is also HPC coated to keep heat out and finished in a nice silver. Comes with all clamps, nuts, bolts and brackets to install.

Contact CES racing on 07 3200 2333 for more info. They are currently taking orders at this point in time with a few Brissy boys already signed up to get em. :D

Police can't hassle you as the filter isn't in the engine bay and is not visible at all.

This just for the sportivo or can us 1zzfe owners install one too?

IM thinking about getting some sort of custom vents or scoop for my corolla bonnet.. Has anyone here done it and if not why not? Its such and easy cosmetic addition to set yourself apart from 'every other corolla'..

Post some pics if you have any..

Cheers

Dan

Awesome cheers mate, im giving cyber century a call now, see if they can hook me up with a grille and eyelids :D