uhohitsdbo

what tire size should i run on my type s. im lowered on aspec suspension and im getting wedsports tc105n 18x9.5 +35 can someone please help me choose a reasonable tire size that wont rub?? or better yet can someone show me a pic with that fitment?

myron

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a-spec suspension doesn't really lower you all that much.

jwr0ng626

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do u want stretch tires or fitted ones?

Dougboy

With aspec (which I would not even consider as a real drop), you should go for 245/40's. If you want to be safe, roll fenders or go 235.

For reference, here are 18x9.5+38 with 245 in the back, 225 in the front.

http://dougboy.smugmug.com/Automotiv...2_zuLFo-XL.jpg

uhohitsdbo

i want to eventually go lower. but for now, i dont want to roll my fenders too much. just enough so that it doesnt rub. but i was thinking either 235 or 245.

ParaSurfer1979

id do 245/40

uhohitsdbo

just curious, what kind of drop is that on?

Dougboy

Im on Tein SS almost maxed out. I would say its a good 2 or 3 inches lower than aspec suspension. Heres another pic with the rear a bit lower after switching to 235's in the back

http://dougboy.smugmug.com/Automotiv...3_Cmnan-XL.jpg

uhohitsdbo

i was thinking tein basics for now. im not planning on driving too aggressive. just when i need to

B18DelSolT

How easy is it to raise and lower the car. Like i dont mind a stiff ride im looking on getting mine dropped before the summer hits. Just ordered the A-spec kit and a set of wheels.

Ill put up pictures when im all set

Or anything good you can suggest. Im looking for the full kit. Thanks everyone

06cmv6

doughboy love the pics of your car and wheel setup...any fender or quarter panel mods done to fit your wheels?

raydiddy

what does it mean when you say ROLL your fender?

uhohitsdbo

yeah doughboy, i have a question for you as well? did you have to roll your fenders when fitting 235. all the way around? i was planning on flattening the lip? would that be enough

Ricky Pounds

I wish I had read this thread before I asked my question! So the 18x9.5 do fit without any problem on the third generations TL's. Any recommendation on the offset?

ParaSurfer1979

+38... It's what Ron Jon says is the best fit on 3rd gen.

ParaSurfer1979

Wow I'm doing the Rota Torques which are exact copies to yours. I'm getting excited now. Just need the cash...

You have 235 now as it is so answer is no.

B18DelSolT

Rolling your fender

If you look inside your wheel well there is a lip on it. Depending on how big your wheels are they tend to rub on the tire when hitting a bump or under load or when you slam the car . So the process rolling is when you fold that lip upward so its flush/parallel with the inside of your wheel well.

Here is an image of the process and the tool to do it.

uhohitsdbo

well. i did roll them last night. with a professional. but i did not pull or flare my fenders. i just flatten the lip enough to pinch the fenderliner. i hope thats enough. ill post up pictures when im done repainting my car

ilovemangoes

Sorry not thread jacking but didn't want to start another thread for a small question. Does the TL come with half the fenders rolled? I was installing S-tech springs today with a buddy and noticed that for both my front and rear fenders, the back half of the fenders are rolled but the front half arent. If it does not come rolled then what is the benefit of only rolling half the fender?

Ricky Pounds

Thanksfor the advice!!

Ricky Pounds

Regarding the A-SPEC, it will not lower you car that much. I set my TL 04 with A-SPEC with TENZO 18x9 with a 35 offset. Tires are ACHILLES 245/40/18, and I've had no problems, with a great ride!

Dougboy

Yes, my fenders are rolled slightly (not paper thin, like how the stance'd cars do it because im afraid of rust). Borrowed a fender roller and did it myself.

Heres another photo showing the fitment at 18x9.5+38 with 225/40 up front, 235/40 in the rear. Ignore the ugly mitsubishi :p

http://dougboy.smugmug.com/Automotiv...52_vWcTA-O.jpg

And yes, ilovemangoes, I was surprised the front was already semi-curved. So jut roll the rear and bend the fronts a little more and you;re good

jwr0ng626

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heres 18x9.5 +40 with 265/35/18 (not my car)

jimmy954

i just fell in love ! lol

but im running 18x9.5 offset is 38 (with 10mm h&r spacers) with 235x40x18 all around im dropped on tokico blues with h&r race springs but i rolled my fenders also i dont rub at all tho

im about to install coilovers and slam it so hopefully the rides ok