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Old 06-23-2003, 02:29 PM
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whats the lowest or highest offset

whats the lowest or highest offset that can fit in the CLS?..
im referring to 17-18inch wheels, b/c i noticed that the stock rims are 55 offset?

will a 18x7.5 42 offset fit?
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Re: whats the lowest or highest offset

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whats the lowest or highest offset that can fit in the CLS?..
im referring to 17-18inch wheels, b/c i noticed that the stock rims are 55 offset?

will a 18x7.5 42 offset fit?
I'm still trying to figure out the offset of my rims. There are so many numbers stamped on the rim I don't know what's what... but I think that I have a 45 offset... which has been good, even lowered.
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I have a 42mm offset, lowered - No rubbing
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i have a 44 offest with 19's lowered with h&r race, which is 2+ in and still no rubbing
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I have the same rims as kHmER Co, and mine is only lower about 1.5" in the rear, and it rubs like crazy when I have people in the back. I think it also comes down to what kind of tire you have.
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I have a 42. I am about to lower the car also
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18x7 +42, 225/40, 3" drop, no rub.
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18x7.5 40mm offset with Eibach Pro-Kit(1.8 Front/1.5 Rear) no rubbing issues at all eventhough I have a system in my trunk. I've only rubbed twice & that was over the same railroad track....which hasn't been repaved in years. Even when I would drive over it stock I felt like the car was going to fall apart. Now I just roll over it at around 25mph and have no problems
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check sig for set-up, wheels are a +37 offset and look sweet cause the wheels are flush with the side of the car (not tucked in the fender). it gives it an aggressive look. i have only had the car rub when one of my fat-ass friends was in the back
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With 18x7.5 the lowest offset you should go is +42. Don't just worry about if it rubs but makesure the calipers clear as well. Good luck!
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oh yeah, and the wheels are 18x8. and i just want to add that ive never had any problems with that offset. the rubbing was only due to excessive weight in the back and would happen no matter what
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Originally posted by mattg
18x7 +42, 225/40, 3" drop, no rub.
Matt,

Would a 235/40-18 fit on those rims? That size keeps your speedo error to almost nothing. Its a little more accurate than your size.
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Thanks ALL: So the 42offset 18x7.5 with 225/40/18 tires should be ok right?

my car is lowered 2.2 front and 2.0 rear using NEUSPEED AV6 springs.

GOT PSI - any 18 inch wheel SHOULD clear the stock calipers right?
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Originally posted by jucee187
Thanks ALL: So the 42offset 18x7.5 with 225/40/18 tires should be ok right?

my car is lowered 2.2 front and 2.0 rear using NEUSPEED AV6 springs.

GOT PSI - any 18 inch wheel SHOULD clear the stock calipers right?
If the caliper doesnt clear then you are riding on 10's, them 10's, but i keep em' clean
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hahah yeah yeah u know it..
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so 18x8 at 50+ offset at 235/40/18 should be ok right?
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how about 18x8 45 offset and 225/40/18??
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