I am 1/4 inch higher on the rear right side. I think it is a slight shape difference on the lower control arm. I noticed when putting the perch attachments on that they fit a little different from one side to the other. Thats all I can come up with.
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I am 1/4 inch higher on the rear right side. I think it is a slight shape difference on the lower control arm. I noticed when putting the perch attachments on that they fit a little different from one side to the other. Thats all I can come up with.
garret2331
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Maybe, what if the rears already not even to begin with? I should have measured the height before installing the coilovers.
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235s are pretty much out if you are going with a low offset 8.5 or any 9 inch wheel. 225 is the widest you'd be able to go on a lowish offset 8.5 otherwise if you go low offset or 9 inch wheel you are looking at stretching a 215 or 205.
Im going to do some phone calls tomorrow to get the best deal and wheels will be ordered theniheartmyhatchie
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I fit a 235/40/18 on an 18x8.5 +38 pretty easy. That 3mm different isn't gonna determine if you'll have a rub fest, or not. You just need your fenders rolled flat. And use a good tire for stretching IE: Falken RT-615, 912, 512, FK452.
Word of advice... Don't use Michelin Pilot Sport PS2's... These tires run almost as wide as the 245 I started with. Yet I still don't rub. And If I do rub... I deserved it LOL.
Word of advice... Don't use Michelin Pilot Sport PS2's... These tires run almost as wide as the 245 I started with. Yet I still don't rub. And If I do rub... I deserved it LOL.
garret2331
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hatchie when you removed your lower perches on the rear how much difference it made when you had them on?
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i've got goodyear eagle GTs, it's a good all-around tire. mine are 235/40 on an 8" wheel at +44 with a fender roll. just had some mild rubbing issues on the plastic part of the rear fender. so that should give you an idea...
iheartmyhatchie
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It dropped a tiny bit more than 1 finger breath. So it was the difference of wheel gap, and no wheel gap.
ShaneS: I forgot to add trimming and grinding a bit of the fender... to fit 235/40/18. If you're not up for it Just stick with a 225/40/18.
There was a nice sharp piece of metal where the rear bumper meets the fender that would give me tire pho/noodles. A friend of mine went ape s*** on it with a grinder, and smoothed it down. Wala no more rubbage.
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on the wheels you are talking about i'd definitely go 225 tops. it's gonna make life easier...!
iheartmyhatchie
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I totally agree. I'm down sizing as soon as I can... To get ready for those shorter rear springs... KEKEKEKE.
iheartmyhatchie
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It all depends on the wheel really. My only advice is... Don't get open ended lugs. Your studs rust like crazy with open ended.
iheartmyhatchie
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The blues, and reds get sun faded over time. I would definitely stick with black.
I'm excited to see your car on new wheels! I love hyperblack too. Which says something because I absolutely hate black wheels. But that bling bling black looks awesome.
I'm excited to see your car on new wheels! I love hyperblack too. Which says something because I absolutely hate black wheels. But that bling bling black looks awesome.
Going in to order the wheels tomorrow. 640 for all for wheels. 440 for all tires. 1080 overall + tax and mounting/balancing the tires onto the wheels.
Question for you guys: I need a fender roll, should I get one after I put on the wheels, to see how much I need to roll, maybe even pull, or should I get one before I put on the wheels to prevent rubbing in the first place?
I just dont know if ill need a pull so im not sure, wouldnt wanna get a pull before and find out it wasnt necessary
Question for you guys: I need a fender roll, should I get one after I put on the wheels, to see how much I need to roll, maybe even pull, or should I get one before I put on the wheels to prevent rubbing in the first place?
I just dont know if ill need a pull so im not sure, wouldnt wanna get a pull before and find out it wasnt necessary
