Nice. More pix!

 

 

So you're effectively 9.5 +24, and I'm 9.5 +40. What's your camber front and rear? Make and model of tire?

 

Here's mine - 245/40 Achille ATR Sports on 18x10 +25 Varrstoen MK2 - square set up...i've thought about going wider on tires - but don't really want to raise it, i like my height right now

DSC_0070 by Matt Werson, on Flickr

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love your build Nerdo! stick with those enkei's man!

 

I quite don't remember the camber but I know it's less than -2 , tires are Federal SS595

Thanks man yeah I'm going to stick with these, color change coming soon though haha

 

That explains it. The 595 is nearly identical to the Goodyear Eagle F1 AS2, having a TW of only .1" wider, and being only .1" shorter sidewall.

 

I like the Federal much more than the Goodyear.

So the Federal 595 should work well with 18x9.5 +45mm wheels correct?

 

^^yes - just keep in mind - the Feddys tend to run about 10mm larger than their stated size - so a 235 will run wider closer to a 245...

 

So if I wanted to keep the look nice & tight and avoid any potential rubbing.... would that mean I'd need a 255/35/18 or will the Federal in 265 still work? I'm just wondering what size you would recommend if I go with Federal.

 

What are your thoughts on Brembo clearance with the following wheel in 18x9.5 5x114.3 +45?

 

The Federal looks like a nicer tire IMO, but it's junk, they are throw-away tires in the drift world. Your choice.

​18 x 9.5 +45 is perfect for a 265/35

I thought that as well, but comparing the 265 to my skinny 265, they're only .1" wider, which is nothing. On a +45 they're just what the doctor ordered. If Federal is giving the true specs on their tires.

 

Well I'm not doing any drifting, but I'm assuming when you say they're junk - you mean the tire doesn't grip/perform as well as it should? Is it the tire composition or is it the tread pattern that you feel makes it a bad choice?

I'm running BF Goodrich G-Force Sport Comp-2's right now and they're excellent.

 

yeah - that's just what i've heard from those who have run them.

From the guys I know who have run them, they start out great, good dry traction, not the greatest in the wet though - Nerdo is running them now and may be better able to comment...

 

This is essentially what I've heard as well.

It's just a sexy tire, so as long as I've got quality traction in dry conditions @ high speeds.... then this is what I'll probably end up getting.

I'll do more research on it. Thanks again boss.

 

my first thought is that it won't clear due to the high offset. however those look like pretty flat spokes so it may fit since it's a 9.5 wide wheel. i can't give you a for sure yes or no, you'd have to contact the company or test fit them somewhere. sorry i can't be more helpful....anything above offset +30 is pretty questionable and relies very heavy on the back design of the wheel.

 

Hey, do you think I can run 265/35 18s on stock suspension w/o any folding/rolling fenders? I have varrstoen es2, 18X9.5 +22 front and 18X10.5 +22 in rears.
I dont know which tire set up I should go with. I would love to do 265's front and 275s rear, or 255s front and 265s rear. But i will like to throw something on w/o any modifications until I lower car.
Also I have a pair of 12 inch subs in rear with couple amps and battery so i prolly have about 100lbs at all time in trunk. This will not be a daily driver and I do not plan on cramming ppl in the back seats.
Any help is greatly appreciated, thanks

 

You guys have provided really useful information. Much thanks.

 

Yes, compared to other tires in the came category. The BFG you're running is a great tire for the money, a bit slimy when it gets overheated though. The GY F1 AS2 I'm running isn't the best tire, I much prefer the Conti DW, but it runs wider, even wider than the specs suggest. My old 255 was nearly as wide as this GY 265.

​This. But please forgive me, my expectations are high, I'm a real tire whore.

 

nerdo, are your fenders rolled man?

 

Yes Rolled and pulled, fronts are shaved as well, I removed bumper tab screw btw and have zip tie holding in place sounds ghetto but it's working. I'm rubbing a tad bit in the rear on big dips, might need to camber in more but same time I don't want to haha.
I had 255/35's before no issue but wasn't beefy enough. Actually wanted to go with 245/40's but my buddy that works at a tire shop didn't have them.

 

damn man, that kind of fender work isn't for me, but your stance and wheel/tire setup look on point

 

I could tell you had done some work, the fitment looks so perfect. Mine rubs a bit here and there, if I hit a big bump and I'm turning, and mine doesn't look nearly as close as yours. Well done sir.

 

I like my 245/40's so far, in the same place, rolled flat/slightly pulled, tabs are shaved (i still have the screw though, thinking about getting a quick disconnect on it). I rub in the fronts only on dips, haven't had any rubbing issues with the rears yet. i've thought about raising it some to get some 255's on there, but then again. i like my height, and the peace of mind from the 40 series sidewall

 

It's not that bad at all, could of been worst like bodywork haha which I would not go that far. Thanks man!

Thank you!
Your setup looks good.

 

thanks bro

 

So I have a Nighthawk Black Pearl 2008 TL and I kind of wanted black rims (possibly red trim or red line tires), so I was wondering what y'all recommend. I want slightly bigger tires and rims than my stock 235/45/17. I was thinking maybe 18" or 19" rims, maybe 255?

 

This thread is to show off beefy set-up's. I think you want this thread instead...

https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-t...d-pics-577276/

 

285/35/18 square on 18x9.5 +27 rear, +24 front. NT03+M.
Lowered on Tein S-Techs with natural camber. One side has shaved fenders.
Does not rub at all.... unless I take hit a dip or take a turn going a little fast. Also this means I can't have passengers in the car... or load up anything over 180lbs (I tested it).
Only two photos I have... which are pretty terrible. But I shot them quickly to help out Andy with his wheel set up.





The next set-up-to-be.
18x10.5 +15 square on 285/40/18.

 

Set up looks great. But while your rim-spec is 'beefy' I wouldn't call 245/40 beefy. You can always get wider tires like you're thinking.... and widen your fenders

red line tires? what? Red trim I understand.
It's hard to suggest you rims and tires when there's just so much to choose from. It all depends on what you like and what you're looking for--as well as what your current suspension set up allows.

 

Can't wait for more pix, 285/35 is my next tire!

Now that is crazy! More pix!

 

Unfortunately I'm no longer on those 285/35s. Had to replace them as they were done by the time winter came around.
I really miss the beefy ass set-up though. It was a pain if I ever had to drive someone though lol. It would be fine (no rubbing) if the road was completely smooth/flat. But hit a small divet in the road and it'll rub.

 

Damn!!!

 

Actually debating on selling my wheels to buy Andy's S/C kit...

 

Man, I love seeing TL's with beefy tires. Looks better than stretched in my opinion. Here's mine. Not exactly what I want, but it will have to do for now. The price I picked up wheels and tires for I couldn't pass up. I'm running 18x9 +38 with 255/35r18.

 

that looks pretty good man

 

Thanks, I appreciate it. This is such a slow build, but it's all good. Hopefully I will eventually go 18x9.5 +38 with 265/35r18. But saving up is hard to do. Haha.

 

id just leave it dude lol

 

Damn near perfect. But I'll say that you'll need probably -2° rear, and -2.2° front to run that comfortably on any 265. I'm at +40 and wearing a skinny 265, so I get away with -1.5° F&R and rub just a bit here and there, even rolled.

 

It's a thought, but I want a nice set of Work Wheels.

Thanks. Honestly, I think that I will still eventually go to a wider set up. Probably because the wheels that I want are 18x9.5 with a +38 offset. I don't mind running a -2 in the rear. With my old car I ran a -2 F&R and it didn't bother me. The front fenders I don't mind rolling. The rears I will make it work somehow with alignment. Do you have a camber kit on your car, and which one are you running?

My old car with -2 all the way around.