Rubbing in the back eh? Also, how's your inner wheel/tire to suspension clearance?
I was going to order a set of KW V2s or MS version KW3s (which ever I get the better deal on) to go with my set of 18x8.5 Rotas.
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Rubbing in the back eh? Also, how's your inner wheel/tire to suspension clearance?
I was going to order a set of KW V2s or MS version KW3s (which ever I get the better deal on) to go with my set of 18x8.5 Rotas.
Rubbing
For all those people that ask if something is going to rub or not, I can tell you for certain that running even the RX-8 with 235/40 on stock suspension will rub sometimes. That's a 50mm offset, so just 3 less than stock, but a gain of 20mm in tire width.
Where does it rub and when?
I have answered it in other posts, but to make it clear, let me show you using one of PANDAnic17's pics. (If you don't want me to use this pic, let me know and I'll remove it.)
The tire rubs at 'B' on the fender at location 'A' during extreme compression of the suspension after extreme extension (such as going over a RR crossing or a frost heave). This is the only time it does it, never during regular driving.
So, if you are changing tire size or offset, you will rub during certain conditions. Add a suspension change and you will probably run during normal driving.
For all those people that ask if something is going to rub or not, I can tell you for certain that running even the RX-8 with 235/40 on stock suspension will rub sometimes. That's a 50mm offset, so just 3 less than stock, but a gain of 20mm in tire width.
Where does it rub and when?
I have answered it in other posts, but to make it clear, let me show you using one of PANDAnic17's pics. (If you don't want me to use this pic, let me know and I'll remove it.)
The tire rubs at 'B' on the fender at location 'A' during extreme compression of the suspension after extreme extension (such as going over a RR crossing or a frost heave). This is the only time it does it, never during regular driving.
So, if you are changing tire size or offset, you will rub during certain conditions. Add a suspension change and you will probably run during normal driving.
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Nliiitend1
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I don't rub at all with 235/40R18 Kumho XS tires mounted on 18x8 RX-8 et50 wheels and the OEM suspension. (dunno)
PANDAnic17
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For all those people that ask if something is going to rub or not, I can tell you for certain that running even the RX-8 with 235/40 on stock suspension will rub sometimes. That's a 50mm offset, so just 3 less than stock, but a gain of 20mm in tire width.
Where does it rub and when?
I have answered it in other posts, but to make it clear, let me show you using one of PANDAnic17's pics. (If you don't want me to use this pic, let me know and I'll remove it.)
The tire rubs at 'B' on the fender at location 'A' during extreme compression of the suspension after extreme extension (such as going over a RR crossing or a frost heave). This is the only time it does it, never during regular driving.
So, if you are changing tire size or offset, you will rub during certain conditions. Add a suspension change and you will probably run during normal driving.
its fine bro... but going back to the topic, i started rolling my fenders from 10 o'clock position towards part A and B section and still rubs a bit especially on deep dip. i guess i have roll it a bit more.
RADAR THIS
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oatmeal boy rubbed where A is...and pulled his lip out...and cracked his paint...
Even under the circumstances I described?
Thanks meng.
You has your own fender roller?
I need one. I don't want to pay someone for the privilege of cracking my paint.
Nliiitend1
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You got it.
I've been running this setup since the beginning of December with no evidence of rubbage....ever.
Funny thing is, I own a fender roller. (lol2)
I just haven't needed to use it on this car yet...RADAR THIS
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Back ordered til sep-fackin-tember!
I'm about >this< close to making my own damn fender roller with VWVortex instructions.
PANDAnic17
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dont have one, but planning to rent or just go back to old school style.. "baseball bat".
ElSpeedDiablo
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I been following this thread for many many months, I'm finally posting I know black is played out, but I don't care. I'm loving it!!! Flat black on wrapped in Nittos 235/40, stock suspension.
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Is that a sunroof I see on the white MS3??
jam_asian85
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kinda looks "Mugen" in white with that wheel choice
Yes it is not MS.
I have modified it to be the MS that sold in Japan.
Tire is 20550R17
what rims?
