Buckeye: How much rear tire can be crammed in the rear?
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Screw-Rice
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I'm running 285/35/18 out back on a 18x10. Aside from Jeb and I, not sure who else is running a 10" wide wheel.
98lincmk7lsc
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phreakness
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HMMMMM
So do you think a 18X10 +42mm offset with 285/40/18 nitto work? I've still got stock shocks but I've got a set of sensa trac shocks sitting in the garage.
So do you think a 18X10 +42mm offset with 285/40/18 nitto work? I've still got stock shocks but I've got a set of sensa trac shocks sitting in the garage.
98lincmk7lsc
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I think that should work alright. Mine are 18x10's with a 40mm offset and 285-40/18's. I did have to roll the rear fenders though....
phreakness
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Any rub when lowered? Who's tires?
98lincmk7lsc
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There was a lot, until I rolled the fenders. I also trimmed the top bumper mount, and rolled that area also. It helped a lot. Occasionally, on a traffic circle ("round-about" to some people) near my house, if I take it really fast, I'll hear a small amount of rub because there's a very large dip and at the same time, I'm changing from turning right, to turning left. I probably need to do a little more trimming on the passenger side.
98lincmk7lsc
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Oh, and they're my tires....
J/k, they're Nitto 555's.
J/k, they're Nitto 555's.
phreakness
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stock height? Do you lower it? Do you have a full on 90* side shot?
I'm looking at a rim Package thats...
255-45-18 Nitto NT555 Tires on 18x9 Chrome Wheels +36mm offset
285-40-18 Nitto NT555 Tires on 18x10 Chrome Wheels +42mm offset
I'm looking at a rim Package thats...
255-45-18 Nitto NT555 Tires on 18x9 Chrome Wheels +36mm offset
285-40-18 Nitto NT555 Tires on 18x10 Chrome Wheels +42mm offset
98lincmk7lsc
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Here's some pictures of it with the Ray switch activated, and the last one is the only picture I could find somewhat from the side. It was before I rolled the fenders, so I had it sitting a little higher.
98lincmk7lsc
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That's the same size tires as I've got. I think that should work well. I did have to tie back the e-brake cables though.
phreakness
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WIN
Than looks nice, the tuck is great. the amount of tire is good. Just worried about that 2mm difference and the body mods that are needed. I have access to a roller but the bumper thing concerns me a little.
Than looks nice, the tuck is great. the amount of tire is good. Just worried about that 2mm difference and the body mods that are needed. I have access to a roller but the bumper thing concerns me a little.
98lincmk7lsc
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I wouldn't worry about the bumper trimming. I didn't want to do it either at first, but it became obvious that it's necessary, and will not affect anything as long as the remaining mount holes are intact. Many people have done it without any ill effects.
Also, with the 42mm offset, your wheels will actually sit more inward to the wheel well. I think Jeremi told me that the ideal offset for a 10 inch wheel would be about 45mm. I'm doing well with 40, you'll be fine with 42.
Also, with the 42mm offset, your wheels will actually sit more inward to the wheel well. I think Jeremi told me that the ideal offset for a 10 inch wheel would be about 45mm. I'm doing well with 40, you'll be fine with 42.
phreakness
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I may do a writeup on the mods I have to do if I get my old rims sold and get the new rims.
Yes, the trim on the bumper is a must as thats the first part to rub. It dont hurt the car to do that. IDK if its cause I cut the wheel well this time or if its the new shocks but on this car I no longer have rubbing issues at all. With the white car and rolled fenders it will still rub on some serious dips and bumps.
SATURN5
Dr. Frankenstang
I have a set of 04 Cobra vert Bilsteins coming for mine.. The vert shocks are supposed to be stiffer then the coupe shocks due to the extra weight..
Hopefully this weekend if the weather allows I'll get them on and maybe even mod the rear bags.
Hopefully this weekend if the weather allows I'll get them on and maybe even mod the rear bags.
Yikes! Ill tell you the coupe versions are stiff as fock! I am 350lbs and I can put my knee on the trunk opening scuff plate and bounce on the rear and the car only moves about an inch. They are some stiff fuggers.
SATURN5
Dr. Frankenstang
Maybe I'll hold off on the bags and see how it goes....
Oh... I'm less then half of you!
165lbs....
Oh... I'm less then half of you!
165lbs....So you are saying that you are not half the man I am? Makes sense.Maybe I'll hold off on the bags and see how it goes....
Oh... I'm less then half of you!
SATURN5
Dr. Frankenstang
So you are saying that you are not half the man I am? Makes sense.
I refuse to grow up....
Dont ride like a truck. While the car does not float like a stock Mark it is by no means harsh. I very much enjoy the ride it has now. Prolly wont do the 1 3/8 bars now though.
k9t8m
Rollin' Twankies
how much rear tire do you want?
