Re: Offset

[Pcarselle <pcarselle@worldnet.att.net>]

Joe Yakubik wrote:
> 
> On a pure automotive note this time:
> 
> In the December european car (which I got _yesterday_ BTW)  there is a very good
> section on wheels.
> 
> Here, the adage "a picture is worth a thousand words" really holds true.  There
> are some good drawings of what "positive" and "negative" offset are.
> 
> Positive offset means the mounting face of the wheel (the part that bolts to the
> hub) is outboard of the center of the wheel.
> 
> Negative offset means the mounting face is inboard of the center of the wheel.
> 
> "A higher  (positive) offset moves the wheel towards the center of the car,
> while a lower offset moves the wheel out.  A 35mm offset might rub the fender
> (outside of the tire) while a 38mm offset would clear it, for example"
> 
> Joe Yakubik

Joe: Here it goes.... best pricing I've found so far

Try: "Blaufergnugen" ask for Jim 1-800-683-2834
     "Carlson" Mike or Linda 1-800762 7883 or 415 856 6300
     "German Parts & Restoration" Tim or Dave 1 -800 321 5432
     "Shokan" ask for Eric 1-800255 2834

Good Luck !
Pablo