Any answers are appreciated. Can our 2000 TLs fit a x8 width like a 18x8.0? or is a 17x 7.0 or 17x7.5 better? What is the drawback to increasing the width? I read that 18s rub? Would they rub with a stock suspension? How far do you have to drop to get them to rub?
What I don't get is this, If you plus size and maintain the exact diameter of our 16x6.5 stock wheel and their fat tires meaning the 18 with short height tire has same diameter as 16 with fatter tire, why would it rub? Is it the diameter or the width that rubs?

 

Rubbing can happen in two places. You are right about that it should not rub because of diameter but wider tires may rub against the inner fender (by the shock tower) when you turn your wheels, especially when you hit a bump.

 

So will I be ok with 17x8 or should I go with less width?

 

All depends on the off-set of the rim. Just remember that the stock offset on our rims are +55.

 

what does the offset represent. Ours is 55? Is that the clearence for the caliper from where it bolts on?

 

offset is defined as the distance between the mounting surface and the wheel's centerline (widthwise), so you should be able to see that offset is related to rim width (not diameter). slapping on 18s does not automatically mean you are going to rub. 8" wide rims will need at least a 45 offset to clear the fender (with possible rubbing) but something closer to 50 would be best. something this high also offers you the chance to camber correct your wheels if you intend on lowering...otherwise, a lower offset with camber correction will definitele mean rubbing!



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