Is it safe to use spacers in rims?

You have probably noticed many times that cars at tuning rallies or even those found on the streets attract attention not only with their well-groomed paintwork and exceptionally beautiful rims, but also with their increased width. They owe this impression to the enlarged track, which is possible with the use of special spacers. Does this solution provide other benefits apart from the visual advantages? Is it safe and worth using?

A visual change only?

The use of spacers, at first glance, provides only or even a positive change in the appearance of the car. Thanks to them, the vehicle takes on a more dynamic, aggressive silhouette, it is difficult to confuse it with others found on the streets. However, this is not the only advantage of this solution. The use of distances may also be dictated by practical considerations.

Increasing the track width will affect not only the appearance of the vehicle, but also the driving characteristics. ? Wider? the vehicle will be more confident to drive, more weighted down. In addition, it will even be necessary to use spacers if the installed brakes are of larger sizes. Only in this way will the problem that may occur on the rim line be eliminated? brake system. A similar situation may occur with rims that are embedded too deeply (high ET).

Safe solution?

Before deciding to install spacers, be aware that this action will interfere with the car's suspension. Therefore, you should avoid half-measures and choose only proven, proprietary solutions. Low-quality substitutes will be cheaper, but their use may end tragically. In addition, when choosing spacers, remember to match them to the wheel hub. Otherwise, we cannot be sure of road safety. The wrong choice will also end up wearing the bearings, hub and even the steering rods too quickly.