I just picked up some AVID 1 wheels. 17x8 in the front and 17x9 in the rear with a +35 offset. Any idea what tire size is best for proper contact. im planning on picking up the rs-3's but don't really plan on hitting the track. not yet at least. rolling the fenders im sure will be necessary, but I would like to stay away from having to pull the fenders. any info is greatly appreciated.

 

With that offset it will be tough, your safest bet is to go with OEM tire size, 215front/245rear

 

damn.. I was hoping that wouldn't be the case.

 

Yep, agreed.

 

Not any help for the rear but I have a 245/40 on my front tire running a 17x8+40 stock alignment for an ap2

 

Not any help for the front either.

 

Was just trying to let the OP know what they could squeeze in there. Came back to re-read the question and you did answer it for him already. My bad

 

If you stay with the 215/45R17 and 245/40R17 a fender lip roll and a little more negative camber will be needed. If I can help with the tires let me know.