Porsche changed it for cost, would be my guess.. I've known several 986 boxster folks who a/x (and therefore change wheels frequently) who have converted over without issue.
I imagine the same is true of some 996 guys. iirc, the grand-am spec 996's have to run 5-bolt studs (makes any pit changes under green quicker too).
I say go for it!
That said, if you aren't frequently changing wheels/tires, you might not really notice any benefit to the swap.
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Dave
- 1970 914-6
Past
- 2000 Boxster
- 1987 944
- 1987 924S
- 1978 911 Euro SC
- 1976 914 2.0
- 1970 914 1.7 / 2056cc
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