I've got a '97 CL3.0...and I'm looking into getting some tires and wheels. 18" wheels of course, but what about the tires? Can I go 225-40-18 without the tires sticking out of the wheel-well? Any suggestions on wheel and tire size combos are welcomed too...


[This message has been edited by CLShadee (edited 04-13-2001).]

 

Hi Hi,
Did U lower your car ?? I lowered my car with the Eibach Pro kit, and I'm running 235/40/17 on mine. Still got 2 & half fingers to go before hitting the wheel walls. Too bad ... V6 can't be lowered as much as the 4 cyclinders can. But if your area is suitable for 18' wheels, then go for it.

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3.0CL
Razo shift Knob / Pedals
Eibach springs
17' Momo wheels with 235/40/17 Bridgestone Potenza S02

 

hey Shadee,

I'm getting my tire/wheel package today. I ordered from Victoiria tire and they guarenteed me that 18's with 225/40 tires would fit. My car is lowered about 2 inches, I'll let you know how they work out.



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-98 3.0cl Intrax springs, MAS Italy 18x7.5 wheels, mad bumps

 

Hey VTEChump,

Went to Wheel Warehouse today..."like a little kid in a candy store." Let me know how your wheel and tire combo works out. I'm thinking about going with Intrax springs too (1.7" drop). Do you think we'll get tire rub???

 

hey Shadee

I've had my springs now for a couple of weeks, and they have sagged to well past 2 inch drop. I'm afraid to put my wheels on (225/40/18, 18x7.5 45mm offset) because if they rub I probably won't be able to return them.

The springs are dope though, so far the ride is almost like stock even with stock shocks. The only problem is they sag.

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-98 3.0cl Intrax springs, MAS Italy 18x7.5 wheels, mad bumps

 

Did you put your wheels on yet, they fit just fine didn't they?

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18"Konig Divas,intake 9.5mm plug wires,ngk platinum plugs,chin spoiler,springs,custom cat back,tint,wood grain kit,and next is headers and msd.

 

Yeah, I just put them on tonight. Wow there is not much room in the front. And yes they do stick out further then factory, but not by much. I drove it around this pothole infested city and didn't rub once. I'm am definetly goin to hollow out the fender wells a little bit though.

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-98 3.0cl Intrax springs, MAS Italy 18x7.5 wheels

 

VTEChump,

Sounds like you've got yourself a nice ride. Thanks for letting me know the 411 on the suspension, wheels, and tires. I'm shooting for end of May for my suspension...July for the wheels and tires. I'll let you know it works out. Thanks again!