Wheel offset question
#11
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Assuming his offsets aren't crazy, curious to know why the front tires are so "dangerous" The tire walls aren't really that much thinner. Beyond maybe a harsher ride and his speedo not exactly reading accurately, I don't see the harm
#13
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The smaller sidewall probably has a lower load rating which could be to low for the car I don't know because he didn't say what tires they are. These tiny tires can also cause the car to oversteer. 10mm difference is pretty significant which is the difference between 215/35 and 215/40. The fenders should be rolled with a +40 offset as well even at stock height especially if you have a difficult driveway. When that front wheel is turned and the suspension compresses you run a high risk of the front tire rubbing and grabbing the front fender. I know this is just another one of those times someone asked for advise and will completely ignore it so it your car ruin it as you see fit.
#14
I don't plan on ignoring this info. I am planning on changing my setup(after the inputs), just not right this minute(funds). For now I guess I will drive my other car. Thx for all the info
#15
I don't think it's that big of a deal at stock height to where you can't drive the car, especially with the narrow and undersized diameter front tire. I would go 215/40, 245/35 on your next set. That would keep stock width stagger and same diamter front/rear. What you have now is an undersized diameter front tire and oversized diameter rear tire. You may want to run a little more negative camber than stock alignment, it will help with fender clearance and increase handling performance.
#16
Originally Posted by Kguy17
Ok, took a chance and drove it to work today and hit a fair amount of small bumps on the way and there seems to be no rubbing. I'll have to drive with caution I guess, Thx for all the good inputs!
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