Changing rims, will I notice difference in width?

[Ericjergs]

Right now I have 17x9.5 Rota Grids on my accord, and I'm looking to switch to a smaller width. The reason being the tires I have now are stretched (215/40/17), which isn't exactly safe...and if I go bigger they will rub. I can't for the life of me find any good looking wheels that are 8-8.5 inches wide online, and have only been able to find 7-7.5 inches.

Anyway, if I drop 2-2.5 inches in width, will I notice such a significant change? What are your experiences? I'm asking because I like the look of the wider rims, and wouldn't mind dropping slightly, but 2 inches seems like a lot.

Thanks for the feedback!

 

[20-CG5-01]

Wait..... so you're on stock height with those wheels?

 

[Ericjergs]

Ha, no! Sorry. I'm sitting a little low at the moment, I don't know exact height, but probably about 3/4in - 1in from tire to fender? I can almost fit 2 fingers between tire and fender if that provides a better perspective.

I'm actually looking to raise it about 1/2 - 3/4 inch this coming week, roads are awful around here.

 

[Narftastic]

 

[Ericjergs]

...Did I say something stupid?

 

[ejreams]

I would probably go with an 8

 

[Ericjergs]

I would probably go with an 8

Yeah I'm looking for some nice 5 or 6 spoke ones, but no luck in finding any. I've checked tirerack and wheelfire, any other sites you would suggest?

 

[Valet]

Yep

 

[LowerMyCG5]

You sound like the old guy that stretched my tires... Basically told me my car would explode..
Keep air pressure up and they're just as safe as any other tire

 

[LeAccord]

You're not low enough and you want to go with skinnier wheels, thats why you got facepalmed.. and there's plenty of wheels that come in 8-8.5" width .