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Old 05-06-2006, 09:09 PM
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im looking into getting a set of wheels and tires. the sizes of the wheels are 5Hx114.3 @ Front 17x7.5 +35, Rear 17x8.5 +45. the sizes of the tires are F 215/45 R 235/45. im wondering what has to be done to make these wheels fit (wider fenders, adjust camber) or if it's possible to fit. thanks!

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The backs will be good to go with a moderate drop and 235's. You won't rub there. The problem will lie in the front with that low offset. "S2X" used to run an offset like that in the front but he had a 17x7 rim. For sure you will have to shave or roll the fender lip and run some pretty stiff suspension. You can always increase the camber, but I always use that as my last resort.
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do you think the fronts can clear the stock fenders if i adjust it to max camber or is it better to just buy some wider fenders?
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You will need to do more than camber.
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Originally Posted by Jim@tirerack,May 8 2006, 09:03 AM
You will need to do more than camber.
so i would need camber + fenders?
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I think, I'll just add on to this thread, sorry if it seems like a hijack. I have 18x7.5 +45 all around. What do you guys think about running 245/40 at all four corners? I think sidewall height will increase a little bit but I am more worried about rubbing and etc.

edit : I also have a pretty hefty drop via neuspeed (but nothing outrageous). Thanks.
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