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Old 08-18-2004, 07:40 PM
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I don't understand what the offset means.
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Old 08-19-2004, 04:33 AM
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It is basically how "offset" or shifted the centerline of the wheel width is from the mounting hub. It is measured in millimeters. Refer here:

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/offset.htm
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Old 08-19-2004, 06:03 PM
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so what tires would fit on 17x7s and 17x8s? Thanks for the help.
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