What is the verdict: Bolt Pattern 5x114.3 or 5x115?

[cnote05300]

Originally Posted by Pugnacious

Ok, so I read through this whole thread (all 7 pages ) and have come to the conclusion that the difference between 115 and 114.3 is in fact a definite problem. Yes, it may only be .7 of a difference, but as this difference is on a rotating mass, any vibration or centering problem etc. will get progressive in magnitude. Of course, I could be wrong - but reguardless of the reasons DCX says 115.

ive got nearly 15k on my 114's and have topped it out several times. no problems here.

[NotYet]

CNote, that's b/c your spinners are countering the vibrations of your 5x114.3 bolt pattern!

[radshop]

E55KEV,
Let's say that the wheel is not pulled off center because it's got a perfect hub fitment due to the hub ring. The bolt pattern is off by .030" or .015" all the way around. The lug will only seat against one side of the lug hole. If you torque it down tight, the studs will bent to accommodate the difference. I can not recommend to anyone that this is a safe thing to do. Radshop.

[keith1stop]

There is no problem using either one of these bolt patterns on your 300c. It is .7 mm different which is a hair. There will be no vibration problems or need for hub centric rings because of the bolt pattern

[E55 KEV]

Originally Posted by keith1stop

There is no problem using either one of these bolt patterns on your 300c. It is .7 mm different which is a hair. There will be no vibration problems or need for hub centric rings because of the bolt pattern

What hub sizes is 1stopwheels.com putting on these cars without using hub rings? As stated before... "All" "Yes All" aftermarket off the shelf rims require hub centric rings for LX cars. No one, 'absolutely no one' makes a 71.5mm hub for either bolt pattern unless it is from a custom forged rim maker. If I am wrong tell me who makes a 71.5 bored rim in 5x115 or 5x114.3?

This is from 1stopwheels website:

2005 Chrysler
300 - 300C

Bolt Pattern: 5x115
Center Bore: 71.5
Hardware:14x1.50 Lug
Offset: 10-25mm

[radshop]

Keith, a human hair measures between .002" and .004". So there is approximately 10 human hairs difference. .015" in radius or .030" in diameter.

This puts side stress on your studs. Studs are made to be stretched and not bent. Why would you risk yourself, your family or other people on the road because of a wheel style? Radshop

[wanna300]

im going to bump this along with a few questions
1) how many of you with the 114.3 are running 22s?
2) if i get wheels that are +38mm offset, what size spacers would i need

i found a great deal on some rims, but are 5x114.3 and +38 offset...

[joey]

Originally Posted by wanna300

im going to bump this along with a few questions
2) if i get wheels that are +38mm offset, what size spacers would i need

i found a great deal on some rims, but are 5x114.3 and +38 offset...

This site says the maximum offset range for our car is 12mm to 22mm.
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I think some folks have said they were running 25mm, and maybe even 28mm, but I don't know if they were using spacers.
Assuming 22mm is the maximum without spacers, then you would need 16mm spacers, or a little over 1/2 inch.

[wanna300]

thanks! so the 114.3 is ok?

[joey]

Originally Posted by wanna300

thanks! so the 114.3 is ok?

In my opinion, no. But as others have posted, they have 114.3's with no problems. It is a crap shoot, depending on the rims you get.