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Old 05-19-2008, 06:34 PM
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Default Rubbing QUESTION....PLEASE HELP!!!!

I am getting a set of Rota D2's for my 06 tC, that has H&R race springs(about1.8" drop). I want to get 17x8.5. They wheels only come in a 35 or 48mm offset. I want to get the 35mm offset. Will they rub?...What size tires should I get with them?

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Old 05-19-2008, 07:01 PM
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u shouldn't rub....i have d2s and its 18x8 and im on coilovers...my front has no finger gap and i slightly rub on the wheel tub....so u should have no problem
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18x8.5 ET 35 rubs on full locking turns with that kind of drop. Depending on what tire size you go with, you may not rub with the 17x8.5 ET 35.
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Old 05-21-2008, 04:43 AM
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thanks guy...what tire would you go with if i go 17x7.5 with 35mm offset?
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you can still run the 17x8.5 with a 215/45/17 tire and you really shouldn't have a problem rubbing. yes the tires with stretch but it will should be fine if mounted propertly.
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Originally Posted by Sharking4life
thanks guy...what tire would you go with if i go 17x7.5 with 35mm offset?
I would run 225/45R17, but you can still run stock size 215/45R17.
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Old 05-22-2008, 05:49 AM
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will i rub on o7 tc on 18x8 on teins?
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^what offset and tire size do you plan on getting.
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they are 18x8 Offset: 35 and tire 225/40/18
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with that offset you might want to go with a 215/40/18 tire, chances are you might rub with that offset.
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how bad will i rub cause the package come with those tires .
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^hmm i'll get back to you on this one in abit.
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18x8.5 ET 35 rubs on full lock turns on Tanabe DF210 (2" drop). You will be fine with 18x8 ET 35 and a 225/40R18 tire.
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