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Well i did read the first post, i just wanted to know aboyt 7.5 with +38 offset wich wasnt listed. Anyways, i wanted to know if it would rub even with my fenders rolled. I have Tein suspension, 3 inch drop and i still need to roll fenders. Would it still rub pretty bad?
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Originally Posted by RidinDurty
Well i did read the first post, i just wanted to know aboyt 7.5 with +38 offset wich wasnt listed. Anyways, i wanted to know if it would rub even with my fenders rolled. I have Tein suspension, 3 inch drop and i still need to roll fenders. Would it still rub pretty bad?
OEM: 6.5" rim with +55 offset.
Your setup: 7.5" rim (1" = 25mm), with +38 offset (-17mm compared to OEM)
25mm + 17mm = 42mm = 1.65" ... your rims will 'stick out' 1.65" more than the OEM setup. If you're slammed and you don't want a terrible amount of camber for the rims to fit (ie "tucked in" or "toe in") ... you will most likely rub.
And whomever quoted this:
u poseted quoted it urself......
Our TL/TLS come with 6.5" rims with +55 offset, made my Enkei. General rule (but not always the case since there is some variation among manufacturers):
7" rim = +42 offset
7.5" rim = +45 offset
8" rim = +48 offset
thats just a general rule for most rims..... but all manufactures are different in the way they make their rims.....
Our TL/TLS come with 6.5" rims with +55 offset, made my Enkei. General rule (but not always the case since there is some variation among manufacturers):
7" rim = +42 offset
7.5" rim = +45 offset
8" rim = +48 offset
thats just a general rule for most rims..... but all manufactures are different in the way they make their rims.....
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Thanx for the info. I guess ill have to do some modifications to the fenders. I already bought those wheels so ill have to work around it. I also have a camber kit to adjust it after its slammed again.
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well, camber is not the best for ur car or traction but i love the look!!!! what the heck is cutting tabs by the way..... i c it in the post but have no idea what u guys are talking about....
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Well my new wheels (18x7.5 w/45 offset) and 235 tires were rubbing on speed bumps and I ended up having to cut the rear tabs. My car isn't lowered at all but cutting the tabs stopped the rubbing. Since I plan to lower it I went and had the fenders rolled though I don't know how much difference it will make. My coilovers are on the way so we'll soon see if the fender rolling is enough to prevent the rubbing.
#126
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Originally Posted by typeSter
I like the info, but I have double checked and maybe it is the manufacturer of my rim (HP Evo's) 18X8 +48 offset) but the rims DO NOT fit the car. They stick out too far and when there are people in the back they rub. I have an 03 type-S with 25K miles on it so I think my shocks are fine.
I could be wrong but I would strongly advise people to test a set of rims in the size and offset you are looking for and see what they look like on the car before purchasing.
I really recommend based on my experience that you stick to 55+ offset and as close to stock width as possible, unless you like the MEXICAN TRUCK "Look".
I will email anyone pictures that wants to see just pm me. And Again just to reiterate this is JUST an OPPINION from my own experience I’m sure results will vary with others.
Later!
I could be wrong but I would strongly advise people to test a set of rims in the size and offset you are looking for and see what they look like on the car before purchasing.
I really recommend based on my experience that you stick to 55+ offset and as close to stock width as possible, unless you like the MEXICAN TRUCK "Look".
I will email anyone pictures that wants to see just pm me. And Again just to reiterate this is JUST an OPPINION from my own experience I’m sure results will vary with others.
Later!
#127
Originally Posted by Cozmo
Well my new wheels (18x7.5 w/45 offset) and 235 tires were rubbing on speed bumps and I ended up having to cut the rear tabs. My car isn't lowered at all but cutting the tabs stopped the rubbing. Since I plan to lower it I went and had the fenders rolled though I don't know how much difference it will make. My coilovers are on the way so we'll soon see if the fender rolling is enough to prevent the rubbing.
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^ 215/40/18 or 215/35/18 ???? Are you serious?
215/35/18 is > 6% smaller than OEM size. DO NOT USE THIS SIZE! Not only will you experience a harsher ride, your speedometer will be off. Any reputatable tire installer will not put this on your car. (Point of reference: your car's OEM tire size is 215/50/17)
225/40/18 if you're experiencing rubbing with 235/40/18. 215/40/18 is very skinny, your choices are limited (and your speedo will be off by 2.7%).
215/35/18 is > 6% smaller than OEM size. DO NOT USE THIS SIZE! Not only will you experience a harsher ride, your speedometer will be off. Any reputatable tire installer will not put this on your car. (Point of reference: your car's OEM tire size is 215/50/17)
225/40/18 if you're experiencing rubbing with 235/40/18. 215/40/18 is very skinny, your choices are limited (and your speedo will be off by 2.7%).
#129
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Guys, need your help to confirm before I decide to get the rims. Rim is 19 x 7.5 RH C4R offset +48, tire is 215/35. From what I understand, this rims will fit lower 2g TL without problem of rub (my goal is to low to about 1 finger gap). Now, the question is: Is the tire ok with 215/35/19 compare to OEM size? what is the % different that might cause the speedometer to go off? Thanks.
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Originally Posted by LacViet
Now, the question is: Is the tire ok with 215/35/19 compare to OEM size? what is the % different that might cause the speedometer to go off? Thanks.
OEM size: 215/50/17
size in question: 215/35/19
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diameter difference: 2.13%
speedometer difference: 2.16% too fast (ie size in question is a little smaller)
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Bottomline: you should be OK with that tire set up. (Note: anything > 3% speedometer difference is not recommended in general)
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Originally Posted by derrick
^ 215/40/18 or 215/35/18 ???? Are you serious?
215/35/18 is > 6% smaller than OEM size. DO NOT USE THIS SIZE! Not only will you experience a harsher ride, your speedometer will be off. Any reputatable tire installer will not put this on your car. (Point of reference: your car's OEM tire size is 215/50/17)
225/40/18 if you're experiencing rubbing with 235/40/18. 215/40/18 is very skinny, your choices are limited (and your speedo will be off by 2.7%).
215/35/18 is > 6% smaller than OEM size. DO NOT USE THIS SIZE! Not only will you experience a harsher ride, your speedometer will be off. Any reputatable tire installer will not put this on your car. (Point of reference: your car's OEM tire size is 215/50/17)
225/40/18 if you're experiencing rubbing with 235/40/18. 215/40/18 is very skinny, your choices are limited (and your speedo will be off by 2.7%).
#140
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Originally Posted by thnworld
Hi,
I'm planning to get a 18X8 rim with 40 offset. The tires will be 245/40/18. Would there be any problem with 2002 tl-s?
Thanks!
I'm planning to get a 18X8 rim with 40 offset. The tires will be 245/40/18. Would there be any problem with 2002 tl-s?
Thanks!
Originally Posted by GranSkyline
ok... rims: 18 is diam 8 is what?
because on the tires 245 is the height of the tire from where the rim is to tread
40 is width
and 18 is diam
right?
so then WHAT is 8?
because on the tires 245 is the height of the tire from where the rim is to tread
40 is width
and 18 is diam
right?
so then WHAT is 8?
18 is the dia, 8 is the rim width.
245 is the width of the tire
40 is the side wall height
#142
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random small rim question, 16x7 45 offset on a winter wheel/tire. this is for a TL-S. is this gona have problems?
#143
Okay, I'm planning on buying a set of rims/tires for my '00 3.2TL (stock). I heard that 18" rims don't look good unless you lower it. I'm not looking to do any mods & want to just get larger rims. I would really like to know what rim/tire size would look best on my car w/o doing any mods?
I saw some 17" Enkei Evo5 rims that looked okay & if 17" rims look best w/o lowering, then I may get these w/ 225/45R17 tires or would it look better w/ a diff size tire? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
I saw some 17" Enkei Evo5 rims that looked okay & if 17" rims look best w/o lowering, then I may get these w/ 225/45R17 tires or would it look better w/ a diff size tire? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
#144
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Originally Posted by TheJank
Valid question guys, I am going through the same thing considering Gen2 TLP 16' OEM wheels as a winter set on my 2003 TLS. Can I be sure that the 16" OEM wheels will clear the calipers correctly on the TLS? I'm not sure how much the braking system is beefed up on a TLS, if at all, vs a TLP
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Originally Posted by mastaprk
Okay, I'm planning on buying a set of rims/tires for my '00 3.2TL (stock). I heard that 18" rims don't look good unless you lower it. I'm not looking to do any mods & want to just get larger rims. I would really like to know what rim/tire size would look best on my car w/o doing any mods?
I saw some 17" Enkei Evo5 rims that looked okay & if 17" rims look best w/o lowering, then I may get these w/ 225/45R17 tires or would it look better w/ a diff size tire? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
I saw some 17" Enkei Evo5 rims that looked okay & if 17" rims look best w/o lowering, then I may get these w/ 225/45R17 tires or would it look better w/ a diff size tire? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
the key is to find a rim that fits correctly. Look at the sizes that will fit and offset info in this thread and others to see and make sure.
No rub issue?
What size of tire I should go for with that rim? 225/40R18 or 225/45 R18?
Thanks
#147
Originally Posted by fsttyms1
the key is to find a rim that fits correctly. Look at the sizes that will fit and offset info in this thread and others to see and make sure.
#148
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Originally Posted by InspireUA5
Do Enkei EVO5 18X7.5 45mm offset rims with Tein S.S. coilover fit on 02 TL-P?
No rub issue?
What size of tire I should go for with that rim? 225/40R18 or 225/45 R18?
Thanks
No rub issue?
What size of tire I should go for with that rim? 225/40R18 or 225/45 R18?
Thanks
As for tire size ... 225/40/18 or 235/40/18 would be your most likely choices. If you want to play it safe, 225/40/18. You still might have to "cut tabs" to minimize likelihood of rubbing.
Good luck on your search and post pics once you've decided!
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Originally Posted by mastaprk
Okay, so for the 17"x7" Enkei Evo5 rims, the offset is +42. I was wondering what tires would be okay for these. I was thinking about getting tire size 225/45R17. This setup should be fine, right?
Tire size: 215/50/17 should be fine. Why wider? You can even go 225/50/17 if you want...
#150
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Hi guys I was wonderin if anyone had any sugestions.
I have a 2002 TL-S . its got after market tires and wheels.
and they sling some very serious mud all over my doors, and back fenders, gets an inch thick all over my perfect blue paint.
I live in Oregon so there is lots of mud. On the tires it says 225/40 R 18 .
I dont know if they stick out too far for mudflaps.
been tryin to post a pic.
thanks
I have a 2002 TL-S . its got after market tires and wheels.
and they sling some very serious mud all over my doors, and back fenders, gets an inch thick all over my perfect blue paint.
I live in Oregon so there is lots of mud. On the tires it says 225/40 R 18 .
I dont know if they stick out too far for mudflaps.
been tryin to post a pic.
thanks
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I dont know if this set up will work but ive tried to ask a couple of members but i did not get a feed back yet. but iim looking into a set of these pretty sweet volks AV3s. the thing that kind of scares me is im not sure if it will work or not. the front is 18x8 +43 and the Rear is 18x9 +44 so what is scaring me is the rear width of the wheel. will a 9in with a +44 fit ok?? im running 19x8 +51 but im running 235s. i would run 225 on my 18s. what do you guys think?? should i chance it?? i know REV has run 19x8 and 9s on his TL. and i know i can adjust the rear camber just a little to tuck the wheel in a little more. but im just not sure. any feed back would be great. thanks j
Ohh and i cant try out the wheels first before i buy its in Cali and im in vegas. so i cant drive all the way there and fit then come back . too much hassel.
Ohh and i cant try out the wheels first before i buy its in Cali and im in vegas. so i cant drive all the way there and fit then come back . too much hassel.
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Originally Posted by kuni808
I dont know if this set up will work but ive tried to ask a couple of members but i did not get a feed back yet. but iim looking into a set of these pretty sweet volks AV3s. the thing that kind of scares me is im not sure if it will work or not. the front is 18x8 +43 and the Rear is 18x9 +44 so what is scaring me is the rear width of the wheel. will a 9in with a +44 fit ok?? im running 19x8 +51 but im running 235s. i would run 225 on my 18s. what do you guys think?? should i chance it?? i know REV has run 19x8 and 9s on his TL. and i know i can adjust the rear camber just a little to tuck the wheel in a little more. but im just not sure. any feed back would be great. thanks j
Ohh and i cant try out the wheels first before i buy its in Cali and im in vegas. so i cant drive all the way there and fit then come back . too much hassel.
Ohh and i cant try out the wheels first before i buy its in Cali and im in vegas. so i cant drive all the way there and fit then come back . too much hassel.
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Ok i just wanted to show you guys some pics of my setup and hopefully this will prove that not ALL rims with low offset is bad.
Heres the setup: 215/35/18 tires, 18x7.5 rims +38 offset, lowered 3.5" front-2.75" back. No rubbing, no camber, no problems.... I will soon buy 215/40 tires because im afraid if i hit a bump too hard i might bend the rim. Anyways here are the pics.
Apparantly not ALL rims with low offset will be a problem. So i suggest you guys do some more resaerch on your wheels before asking people on this forum. A lot of you guys tend to make a big deal out of +42 offset lol.
Heres the setup: 215/35/18 tires, 18x7.5 rims +38 offset, lowered 3.5" front-2.75" back. No rubbing, no camber, no problems.... I will soon buy 215/40 tires because im afraid if i hit a bump too hard i might bend the rim. Anyways here are the pics.
Apparantly not ALL rims with low offset will be a problem. So i suggest you guys do some more resaerch on your wheels before asking people on this forum. A lot of you guys tend to make a big deal out of +42 offset lol.
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Originally Posted by Acuracy02
I think the offset might be a little to low. Your diameter is fine, but the offset will be pushing it in terms of looking good. Basically I think the wheel will fit but it will look awkward. Why are you wanting to go staggered on FWD? I have my custom Works sitting in the basement till winter passes right now. I have yet to put them on the car but I know they will fit. 19x8 +45 with custom O-disk. Tires are naturally stretched Falken ST-115s. I have already had my fenders rolled to provide room.
I just did not want the wheel to be sticking out. thats the whole reason. i know the 9" is pushing it. but i know i can fit a 9.5" width wheel since REV has proved it can be done. the reason for the staggard is because i want these wheels for so long but Volk does not make these wheels any more. plus they have a great lip on them. I like my 19s but the tires are just too thin to run in vegas. i want something with a 40 series. 35 on 19s is pretty thin. The +44 with the 9" width will be for the rear. but since the front is an 8" with a +43 it should not look staggard. it should look pretty much the same. The rear might have a slightly larger lip. I figured since i fit +45 with my 18x7.5 i figure i can fit the 9" with a +44. its only a 1mm difference. i just wanted to get a second opinon on the wheels.
Im probably going to run 225/40s on them. or maybe 235 on the rear and 225 on the front since the rear is a 9in and the front is the 8in. hmmm maybe.
thanks for the pics. it looks like if you run a low offset the width cant be too wide so you dont rub and or stick out. but its great to see different combos.
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215 / 35 / 18 -- are you serious you put that on a 2nd gen TL???
That is > 6% off OEM spec. This is dangerous. I wouldn't be driving too far with those tires on the car. I can't believe a tire shop put that on your car. Shame on them.
215/40/18 -- as skinny as they are for an 18" tire is 2.8% too small, so the speedo will say you are going to be slower than you truly are. Plus you will be racking up more miles on your car a little sooner (not that bad).
Sure ... you can try a rim with a lower offset (for deep dish action) but what kind of tires can you safely put on without having to trim tabs / roll fenders / negative camber? Plus ... I'm not feeling those rims.
And the pics that were just posted ... your drop does not look like a full 3.5" / 2.75" at all. If it was, the tires should look almost flush with the wheel well. But maybe it's because you used such tiny tires. Furthermore ... drive on those tires long enough ... negative camber should show up in the rears if you are really dropped that low (unless you add an aftermarket camber kit).
Point in lesson: anyone can make virtually anything fit. Depends on what sacrifices you are willing to take. You can use this FAQ any way you like ... as a suggestion VS law.
That is > 6% off OEM spec. This is dangerous. I wouldn't be driving too far with those tires on the car. I can't believe a tire shop put that on your car. Shame on them.
215/40/18 -- as skinny as they are for an 18" tire is 2.8% too small, so the speedo will say you are going to be slower than you truly are. Plus you will be racking up more miles on your car a little sooner (not that bad).
Sure ... you can try a rim with a lower offset (for deep dish action) but what kind of tires can you safely put on without having to trim tabs / roll fenders / negative camber? Plus ... I'm not feeling those rims.
And the pics that were just posted ... your drop does not look like a full 3.5" / 2.75" at all. If it was, the tires should look almost flush with the wheel well. But maybe it's because you used such tiny tires. Furthermore ... drive on those tires long enough ... negative camber should show up in the rears if you are really dropped that low (unless you add an aftermarket camber kit).
Point in lesson: anyone can make virtually anything fit. Depends on what sacrifices you are willing to take. You can use this FAQ any way you like ... as a suggestion VS law.
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Originally Posted by derrick
215 / 35 / 18 -- are you serious you put that on a 2nd gen TL???
That is > 6% off OEM spec. This is dangerous. I wouldn't be driving too far with those tires on the car. I can't believe a tire shop put that on your car. Shame on them.
215/40/18 -- as skinny as they are for an 18" tire is 2.8% too small, so the speedo will say you are going to be slower than you truly are. Plus you will be racking up more miles on your car a little sooner (not that bad).
Sure ... you can try a rim with a lower offset (for deep dish action) but what kind of tires can you safely put on without having to trim tabs / roll fenders / negative camber? Plus ... I'm not feeling those rims.
And the pics that were just posted ... your drop does not look like a full 3.5" / 2.75" at all. If it was, the tires should look almost flush with the wheel well. But maybe it's because you used such tiny tires. Furthermore ... drive on those tires long enough ... negative camber should show up in the rears if you are really dropped that low (unless you add an aftermarket camber kit).
Point in lesson: anyone can make virtually anything fit. Depends on what sacrifices you are willing to take. You can use this FAQ any way you like ... as a suggestion VS law.
That is > 6% off OEM spec. This is dangerous. I wouldn't be driving too far with those tires on the car. I can't believe a tire shop put that on your car. Shame on them.
215/40/18 -- as skinny as they are for an 18" tire is 2.8% too small, so the speedo will say you are going to be slower than you truly are. Plus you will be racking up more miles on your car a little sooner (not that bad).
Sure ... you can try a rim with a lower offset (for deep dish action) but what kind of tires can you safely put on without having to trim tabs / roll fenders / negative camber? Plus ... I'm not feeling those rims.
And the pics that were just posted ... your drop does not look like a full 3.5" / 2.75" at all. If it was, the tires should look almost flush with the wheel well. But maybe it's because you used such tiny tires. Furthermore ... drive on those tires long enough ... negative camber should show up in the rears if you are really dropped that low (unless you add an aftermarket camber kit).
Point in lesson: anyone can make virtually anything fit. Depends on what sacrifices you are willing to take. You can use this FAQ any way you like ... as a suggestion VS law.
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Originally Posted by derrick
215/40/18 -- as skinny as they are for an 18" tire is 2.8% too small, so the speedo will say you are going to be slower than you truly are. Plus you will be racking up more miles on your car a little sooner (not that bad).
Can others offer their input?
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by Acuracy02
I was always under the impression that a larger diameter wheel takes longer to go around (rotate) so the mileage realized is actually less than reality. The mileage is based on the hub itself rotating and since a wheel larger than the factory 17" wheel(assuming we are discussing a type-s) takes longer to rotate one full revolution the vehicle is traveling a further distance on one rotation of the hub.
Can others offer their input?
Thanks.
Can others offer their input?
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by RidinDurty
Apparantly not ALL rims with low offset will be a problem. So i suggest you guys do some more resaerch on your wheels before asking people on this forum. A lot of you guys tend to make a big deal out of +42 offset lol.
And your suggestion to do some research, Well thats what this forum is for. And the INFO posted is from Real life experience with people who HAVE tried different offsets. I tried a friends +38 (granted it was a 8") and stuck out outside the fender. 95% who use +42 rub or have issues. Id suggest any one who's doing research not to try a +38