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Old 03-08-08, 01:17 AM
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I have 17x7s, wondering what sidewall size would make the rims look snug fit. Right now its 215/40/17 and they look horrible

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It's on RB 1 inch lowering springs also.
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225/55's would look hot!!!!
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be real.. 225/45/17 would do you good
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Running larger tires to fill out the gap is dumb and will hurt your performance. Smaller tires give you a performance boost though due to lower gearing and a lower CG height for better cornering. Taller tires also will increase the chances of rubbing.
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What size tire would look good for the stock GXL wheels???

Looking for some Falken Azenis....
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205/50/15 or 195/50/15, but these tires are smaller in height than stockers.
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Do pontiac GTA's fit 82-92 bodystyle?
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got specs?
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will 18x10 -9 and 18x12 -9 work?
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No. They could possibly be made to work with a widebody and a whole bunch of extra time, money and effort, but basically no.
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Originally Posted by Black91n/a
No. They could possibly be made to work with a widebody and a whole bunch of extra time, money and effort, but basically no.

thx Black91n/a...i was hoping with widen fenders both front and rear they would work, but with a wide body, i'm not really feeling it. Dam, i really love those 3 piece work meisters...lol
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ok, I read the first 6 pages... and well here's my question

I want 17x ? with 255/40/17 tires

what width rim and offset do I need to fit front and back? And I still want to lower my 88 vert an inch or so.
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i'm wanting to run 17x8 or 18x8 in the front and 17x9 or 18x9 in the rear and i wanted a lip on the front and a bigger lip in the back but i'm not sure what offset to use and if the 17 or 18 inch would fit better could anyone help
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9 +30 in the back would fit, in the front, it will probably rub and extend past the fender at the same time.

There are ways to fit a 9 in the front, i'm sure others will elaborate.
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if you want 255/40/17 all around, i'd say 17x9 +20 ish. you'll need wide fenders up front, and roll the back
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Originally Posted by 94_FD3S
will 18x10 -9 and 18x12 -9 work?
You'll need 25mm/50mm rear fenders.

I've seen an 18x11 -7 in the front on an FC with just 25mm fenders.

We sell 40mm front fenders. new item!

www.origin-lab.com
Old 03-14-08, 02:28 AM
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This is all you need via (ReTed)
(http://www.fc3spro.com/TECH/MODS/RT/rims.htm)

-dustin
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Originally Posted by lovingthefc3s
This is all you need via (ReTed)
(http://www.fc3spro.com/TECH/MODS/RT/rims.htm)

-dustin
I agree...
122 pages of postings, and few pics; that is a shame...

...the guide in the link above is great info...
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?

Can I squeeze a pair of 18X9.5 +12 with 285/30ZR18 Toyo Proxes in the rear of an FC?
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^^

haha no
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lol i put 17x9.5 +15 with 225/45's on and i have to roll after proper camber, definately you wont fit a +12 with a 285

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Originally Posted by Josh18_2k
if you want 255/40/17 all around, i'd say 17x9 +20 ish. you'll need wide fenders up front, and roll the back
+20 is all? can't get away with more in the front?

I was hoping not to have to roll the back. I suppose I can get them and just find out.

Originally Posted by lovingthefc3s
This is all you need via (ReTed)
(http://www.fc3spro.com/TECH/MODS/RT/rims.htm)

-dustin
I can't get the link to work. Site down (temporarily?) Maybe it's the IE8 beta...

thanks
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Well... I guess it's just a matter of using different tire size, the wheels I'm looking to purchase already come with those tires.
Obviously with an ofset that low fender rolling is a must, I was just curious about the tire fitment. I should have been more specific, I'm riding on Teins SS and Mazdatrix Camber Adjuster BTW.
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lol i put 17x9.5 +15 with 225/45's on and i have to roll after proper camber, definately you wont fit a +12 with a 285


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if you're into competitive drifting, stretching tires can be an option.

If you're into road racing, you'll need to get a different set of wheels.
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18 x 9.5 +12/+20/+25/+30/+35/+48 5h x 114.3 <- looking to buy some rotas.... which would work best with the biggest sized tire in the back, and awesome fitment in the front?


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