Wheel width/offset/size and tire fitment Q&A thread
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While I wouldn't have put it as bluntly as tiger4life did, he does have a point. If you already have the car and the wheels, and are already aware of the amount of work necessary to make them fit, then what's stopping you? You can go on rimtuck to see what other people have been running, or even check the "Who's rolling hard on 18s" thread to see what other people have had to do.
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While I wouldn't have put it as bluntly as tiger4life did, he does have a point. If you already have the car and the wheels, and are already aware of the amount of work necessary to make them fit, then what's stopping you? You can go on rimtuck to see what other people have been running, or even check the "Who's rolling hard on 18s" thread to see what other people have had to do.
Edit: My apologies, I don't think he has a GS yet so maybe I was a little harsh.
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Okay read through this, still not straight on aggressive wheel specs so I'll ask:
18x10 +5, 18x11.5 -7
Will they clear the coilovers, control arms, inner fender?
Fronts are wide, not worried, rears can stuff these under fairly easily rolled out yes? Tires I'll make work, just curious about the wheel itself
18x10 +5, 18x11.5 -7
Will they clear the coilovers, control arms, inner fender?
Fronts are wide, not worried, rears can stuff these under fairly easily rolled out yes? Tires I'll make work, just curious about the wheel itself
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Okay read through this, still not straight on aggressive wheel specs so I'll ask:
18x10 +5, 18x11.5 -7
Will they clear the coilovers, control arms, inner fender?
Fronts are wide, not worried, rears can stuff these under fairly easily rolled out yes? Tires I'll make work, just curious about the wheel itself
18x10 +5, 18x11.5 -7
Will they clear the coilovers, control arms, inner fender?
Fronts are wide, not worried, rears can stuff these under fairly easily rolled out yes? Tires I'll make work, just curious about the wheel itself
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So clearance on the coilovers is good? I don't really care if I have to build fenders for this car, I just want to know if it will clear the inside or not.
I'll stretch the rears as much as I need to, not worried about that just needed to know if you guys have gone that far.
I'll stretch the rears as much as I need to, not worried about that just needed to know if you guys have gone that far.
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[B]Hey all, Trying to get some advice on wheels and tires for my 99 GS300. looking to put 255/35/20 on the front, and 285/30/20 on the rear. (the rear fenders are rolled). Am I looking at any problems? thanks![/B]
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People need to go back and read a bit through this thread in regards to providing information. So, once again....
We can't give you any information unless you give us some concerning what width and offset the wheels are... but, judging by your tire sizes, I can tell their 20's. Also, are you lowered or not?
We can't give you any information unless you give us some concerning what width and offset the wheels are... but, judging by your tire sizes, I can tell their 20's. Also, are you lowered or not?
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I have a set of oem G35 19" Rays wheels.
Original tire specs for those wheels:
front: 19x8 +30 5x114.3 225/40/19 tires
rear: 19x8.5 + 33 5x114.3 245/40/19 tires
I want to put them on my 98 GS300.
I'm not looking to slam the car, just moderately lower it.
I am thinking 225/ 35/ 19 for fronts and 245/35/19 for rear.
Should I have 225/35/19 or 235/35/19 for the fronts?
Original tire specs for those wheels:
front: 19x8 +30 5x114.3 225/40/19 tires
rear: 19x8.5 + 33 5x114.3 245/40/19 tires
I want to put them on my 98 GS300.
I'm not looking to slam the car, just moderately lower it.
I am thinking 225/ 35/ 19 for fronts and 245/35/19 for rear.
Should I have 225/35/19 or 235/35/19 for the fronts?
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Hi Guys,
I'm after suggestions on width/offset to run on my 98 GS300.
I currently have 18x8.5 +35 all round with 235/40R18 tyres and I hate it. I've recently installed Tanabe DF210 springs which from memory are 1.5" drop in the front and 1.8" drop in the rear.
I'm looking for suggestions in either 18" or 19" but mainly what width/offset to go for a good look, I want to avoid any major modifications to the guards, I can roll them if required but no shaving etc.
I do have a set of SSR wheels in the shed which are 18x8 +30 and 18x9.0 +35 but I think they will be no better than what I have.
Any input would be greatly appreciated guys. Thanks in advance.
-Chris
I'm after suggestions on width/offset to run on my 98 GS300.
I currently have 18x8.5 +35 all round with 235/40R18 tyres and I hate it. I've recently installed Tanabe DF210 springs which from memory are 1.5" drop in the front and 1.8" drop in the rear.
I'm looking for suggestions in either 18" or 19" but mainly what width/offset to go for a good look, I want to avoid any major modifications to the guards, I can roll them if required but no shaving etc.
I do have a set of SSR wheels in the shed which are 18x8 +30 and 18x9.0 +35 but I think they will be no better than what I have.
Any input would be greatly appreciated guys. Thanks in advance.
-Chris