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Old 01-08-2008, 10:30 AM
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Rim question

I read the FAQ on rims fitment but i still don't really understand all that offset stuff so i figured i'd ask. I'm trying to purchase some motegi RT5 flat black rims for an 04 TL it says they come in "size=18x7.5 bolt pattern=5x100 & 5x4.5 back side setting=6 offset=45. just want to know if they'll fit
Old 01-08-2008, 10:43 AM
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itll fit but why would u downgrade the rim width? the originals are 8 inches wide.... personally Id stay with the stocks or upgrade to the right rim. 18x8 or 17x8 or slightly wider.....the 6speed tl needs an offset of +32 for the brembos..... check out www.ronjonwheels.com hes got the right stuff or at least the right stuff to compare sizes to.
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RonJon wheels are aight... but for the same price you can do better IMHO...

the Big Caliper wheel clearance is not only a function of offset, but, a function of offset, wheel disk/face and wheel style (lip or no lip) design...

I agree with TripnBeats... don't downgrade with a narrower wheel... go with at least 8"+ wide wheel... you don't want your TL to resemble a Pinto... j/k
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a pinto or a tsx =) I was just using ronjon as reference.
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I know... lol
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damn i didn't realize i would be downgrading the width thanx fellas i probably choose some other rims
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ok how about this size 18x9 backspace 5.94" offset 24mm bolt patter is 5x4.5
let me know if those fit
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