New Wheel/Tire Size thread

[whatsvtec]

they would be sweet in 18's!

[mitchlikesbikes]

they would be sweet in 18's!

isn't that the same or close to kenteseboi's(i know i spelled that wrong haha) setup?


edit:found his thread and that's a yes haha

[ep3jd]

Yeahh I don't do "real" wheels, I got bills and rent to pay son


Hahaha but I do love the vsxx, quite a bit.

[PatrickJamesYu]

well ill keep 195/50 in mind bud !
hopefull ill feel the same being that low and having this much offset lol...

Ya they went to work on jons fenders, Im going to roll it out crazyyyyyy after looking at his build

Im trying to trade them but these wheels as CAF ! lol I was thinking about trading if anything some xxr 501's 16x8 +15, What do you think ? Not much of a change but hey ! lol

Ya Iknow it sucks he had the cleanest Es2 him and limestand

es2? you mean em2 right?
Or is es2 something I dont know about?

CAF?
going from grids to 501's is a pretty big change in my opinion.
The design is completely different.
Grids are a concave design, the 501's is a 3 inch stepped lip design
And when it comes to stance, 5mm can make a HUGE difference.

I know he's gonna make his new Genesis look dope.

[yungEP3]

Yes es2=04-05 civic 4dr es1-01-03 4dr, I had an em2=01-05 2drs being with 7thgen Iv'e learned alot. Im pretty sure the Ep3 is considered a 7thgen as well so stay true to your roots ;)

CAF= Clean as fuck..kinda just abbreviated sorry lol
Hmmm interesting, So considering my situation and putting the 15mm on, should I just trade this guy his 501s 16x8 +15 ? Or maybe I should try to roll the fenders first and see how the grids fit ? approximently how low of a drop will I have to be right over my wheels somewhat tucking?

Damn a Genesis fuck I keep eyeing those because they're boosted I wanna drive one but im Honda gang FTW !!! haha

[PatrickJamesYu]

Yes es2=04-05 civic 4dr es1-01-03 4dr, I had an em2=01-05 2drs being with 7thgen Iv'e learned alot. Im pretty sure the Ep3 is considered a 7thgen as well so stay true to your roots ;)

CAF= Clean as fuck..kinda just abbreviated sorry lol
Hmmm interesting, So considering my situation and putting the 15mm on, should I just trade this guy his 501s 16x8 +15 ? Or maybe I should try to roll the fenders first and see how the grids fit ? approximently how low of a drop will I have to be right over my wheels somewhat tucking?

Damn a Genesis fuck I keep eyeing those because they're boosted I wanna drive one but im Honda gang FTW !!! haha

Oh okay
The 7thgen non si is my least favorite civic so I never payed attention haha.

Your choice man.
I mean, does he have tires? Condition.
Are his wheels mint? are yours?
They both look totally different so you'd just have to decide what to do.

Approximately? 3-4 inches? haha
depends on your tire size, and camber.
I assume about 3.5"
The ep3 stock came super tall, so 3.5" sounds right to me.
If you undersize your tires, you have to go lower to tuck
But that's the "art" of "stance" - Balancing wheel fitment, to wheel gap, and height from the ground
Sometimes you need to undersize your tires, in order to have your car on the floor when you get that perfect wheel gap.

[Dbl-Htch]

About to pull the trigger on a new set of tires... I realize my set up is definitely on the "mild" side compared to a lot of others here (but perfect for me for my dd :msmile:), but I figured it wouldn't hurt to run it by everyone anyway real quick.

Current set up:
2002 EP
Eibach pro-kits (only ~1" drop)
16x7 Rota Torques, +40 offset
Going from 205/50's to 225/50's. Just wanted to make sure I wasn't going to run into ANY unforeseen "adverse effects".
Also, anyone here had any experience with the new Kumho Ecsta 4X's yet by chance? Thanks... :msmooch:

[27rocks]

Did someone say BEEF?? 17x9 +35 all around with 245/40's

Beast mode! lol old pic

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g248/k20ep3/normal_ufo8_run5_0072a.jpg

[ep3jd]

I want beef

[nmysiismyn]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRQ567yQ7UA&sns=em

[PatrickJamesYu]

http://i42.tinypic.com/35hl555.png

Photoshopped
Should I do it?

[nmysiismyn]

http://i42.tinypic.com/35hl555.png

Photoshopped
Should I do it?

You got a rep lip?
I like how they match the amber lights... If you do it, I say do the rears with a red of the same value, to match the rear lights. :tehe:

[PatrickJamesYu]

You got a rep lip?
I like how they match the amber lights... If you do it, I say do the rears with a red of the same value, to match the rear lights. :tehe:

Yeah I have the kit all the way around

haha that actually might not look bad, though I probably wouldn't do it
I'll photoshop it haha

[PatrickJamesYu]

You got a rep lip?
I like how they match the amber lights... If you do it, I say do the rears with a red of the same value, to match the rear lights. :tehe:


http://i40.tinypic.com/16i70b4.png

[ep3jd]

That was my plan!! Hahaha they have those in 17x8 +25 and I wanted to do purple faces. I like the orange better then the red to be honest

[PatrickJamesYu]

That was my plan!! Hahaha they have those in 17x8 +25 and I wanted to do purple faces. I like the orange better then the red to be honest
What brand makes them in that fit?

I think an 8 in a 17 is too hard to find tires for.
all too beefy
I'm hoping to find a 17x9 in like a 30ish offset.

[ep3jd]

Wagen-wheels does. I told you about their 16x9 that I wanted. But I'm possibly going to run my current 215/45 on them although I want 205/45? Maybe 205/40 I haven't put any thought into fitment/ride height with that offset yet

[whatsvtec]

Did someone say BEEF?? 17x9 +35 all around with 245/40's

Beast mode! lol old pic

http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g248/k20ep3/normal_ufo8_run5_0072a.jpg


What did you need to make this all fit? I'm guessing rear roll/shave and removing the front fender liners?

[27rocks]

What did you need to make this all fit? I'm guessing rear roll/shave and removing the front fender liners?

Rolled the rears and thats it. Running -3.2F and -2.8R of camber.

[whatsvtec]

Rolled the rears and thats it. Running -3.2F and -2.8R of camber.

Pretty damn perfect I must say. How does she track?

[27rocks]

Not bad at all. Kinda gives it a weird feeling cause when you expect the rear to shimmy or come loose a little it doesn't lol it just keeps on gripping. Getting the rear to rotate takes some hard work but it drives pretty good. If i have my dampeners on full stiff front and rear i get a little mid corner understeer but if i have the fronts on soft she bites pretty nice. I also have a 27mm front sway and a 22mm rear. I wanted a stiffer rear but the auto-x/track days are over for this car.

[ace of spades]

need some help fellas. I currently have 17x7 et 42 and 215/45's, 2" lower than stock. I'd like to retain the current drop and alignment specs and go to 16x8 et 20 but get a little more sidewall for some extra cushion over bumps. tire size suggestions?

looking at the new XXR 531's available next year.

http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/5ehx2.gysj4/v/vspfiles/photos/53158080-2T.jpg?1320087410

[whatsvtec]

205/50r16 seems to work well. I have no comfort issues running them on my 7wide, I assume 8" wide won't be any different. I'm looking to rock 205/50 in the winter and 205/45 in the summer.

They don't look stretched, but have clearance to appear "flush"
I'm currently looking for wheels in similar specs. What are you looking at?

Anyone have good sites for wheels? Rota, xxr, knockoff, any sub $750 wheel set. Looking for daily rims for next year, or even this winter. For anyone interested in being dumped in snow. Some reasonably priced snows at an "aggressive" fitment size are available HERE! (http://www.streetsideauto.com/p/maxxis-tp39585800/?utm_source=GoogleShopping&utm_medium=GoogleShopping&utm_term=GoogleShopping&utm_content=GoogleShopping&utm_campaign=GoogleShopping)

[02TWSI]

need some help fellas. I currently have 17x7 et 42 and 215/45's, 2" lower than stock. I'd like to retain the current drop and alignment specs and go to 16x8 et 20 but get a little more sidewall for some extra cushion over bumps. tire size suggestions?

looking at the new XXR 531's available next year.

http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/5ehx2.gysj4/v/vspfiles/photos/53158080-2T.jpg?1320087410


Those XXR look amazing.

[ep-unit]

Those XXR look amazing.

I hope the 531's come in 5 lug and 17"

[maksym]

Anyone ever done 17's in the front and 16's in the back. Any drawbacks if any running such set-up? For example 235/40-17 on 17x8 front and 215/50-16 on 16x7 back.

[303EP]

17x8.25 +25 offset.....which tire will fit better? 205/45r17, 215/40r17, or 215/45r17? Front fenders 100% rolled, rear fenders about 60% rolled but I plan to roll them 100% when I get tires. Just need to know which will fit best cuz I don't wanna camber the shit outta new tires or have a lot of rubbing...

[PatrickJamesYu]

17x8.25 +25 offset.....which tire will fit better? 205/45r17, 215/40r17, or 215/45r17? Front fenders 100% rolled, rear fenders about 60% rolled but I plan to roll them 100% when I get tires. Just need to know which will fit best cuz I don't wanna camber the shit outta new tires or have a lot of rubbing...

Smaller tires will decrease the chance of rubbing
So the 205/45, but that's quite a stretch on an 8.25" wheel.
it might give you more clearance than you might want visually.
Your height has a lot to do with the rubbing to IMO.
The more you tuck tire, the more rub you will get

[ep3jd]

205/40 lol

[303EP]

Ive had 205/40 before and theyre just way too small for me

[ep3jd]

Then do 205/45. It would be a nice, not so over the top, stretch and should give you prefect clearance with a wee bit o' camber

[AttarixEp]

205/45 has enough sidewall to make the stretch a little less intense. I had 205/45 on a 16x8. The stretch looked like the tire was just designed to sit how it did. Not extreme

[303EP]

Looks like 205/45 it is, thanks guys :mcool:

[tribalsi]

5562hello,
i have a chance to get a set of drag dr-11 in black. they are 18 x 17.5 can i run them or will i just be wasting my money.
oh yeah the price is 350 for the rims...and what size tire should i run? i was thinking of going with 225 40 r18.

[PatrickJamesYu]

5562hello,
i have a chance to get a set of drag dr-11 in black. they are 18 x 17.5 can i run them or will i just be wasting my money.
oh yeah the price is 350 for the rims...and what size tire should i run? i was thinking of going with 225 40 r18.

18x17.5?
EFFING BEAST! hahahahaha
Yes you can run a 18x7.5
It's a bit big, but people have pulled 18s off on an ep
You're going to have to get some rubber band sized tires.
I think a 225/40 on an 18 might be a bit big for the ep.
I'm thinking more of a 205/40.

[powdbyrice]

5562hello,
i have a chance to get a set of drag dr-11 in black. they are 18 x 17.5 can i run them or will i just be wasting my money.
oh yeah the price is 350 for the rims...and what size tire should i run? i was thinking of going with 225 40 r18.

18x7.5
http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?66884-PIC-Request-VBP-with-18-quot-Mugen-GP

not my car, so i dont know what size tires he's running. looks 215ish.

[powdbyrice]

18x17.5?
EFFING BEAST! hahahahaha
Yes you can run a 18x7.5
It's a bit big, but people have pulled 18s off on an ep
You're going to have to get some rubber band sized tires.
I think a 225/40 on an 18 might be a bit big for the ep.
I'm thinking more of a 205/40.
why a 205? tooooooooooooo skinny! if he's not dumpt, then put a real tire on there!

[PatrickJamesYu]

why a 205? tooooooooooooo skinny! if he's not dumpt, then put a real tire on there!

On an 18?
I feel like it'd be too big, no?

[tribalsi]

well im going to do a test fit tomorrow with the 225 for clearance. just wanna see what they look like, but i think after a 1in drop it should look pretty nice!
and thanks for the pics!

[rps.13]

Some phone pics of my P1's, 16x8.5 +17, 205/50's

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/DSC01358.jpg?t=1322654672

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/DSC01365.jpg?t=1322654685

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/DSC01366.jpg?t=1322654699

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/DSC01367.jpg?t=1322654659

[PatrickJamesYu]

http://i43.tinypic.com/16i5le8.png

17x7.5 +35
215/45
I'm thinking about adding about 15mm to the fronts.

[303EP]

http://i43.tinypic.com/16i5le8.png

17x7.5 +35
215/45
I'm thinking about adding about 15mm to the fronts.

:hump::hump::hump:

[ep3beginner]

http://i43.tinypic.com/16i5le8.png

17x7.5 +35
215/45
I'm thinking about adding about 15mm to the fronts.
Looks sick!

[tribalsi]

test fitted the rims today... all i can say.. is damn. http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i32/controlzx2/IMG_20111213_124634.jpg

[epjefferson]

I am looking at a set of Work wheels to put on my Ep3. They measure 15x7.5 et 19 in front and 15x8 et18 in the rear. Please let me know if these will fit. Any help is appreciated. Also if anyone has any pics of an Ep3 on Euro.ines please post. I tried searching, but I fail. Lol.

[epjefferson]

HEY ep3jd I hear you are the one who knows all. here is a copy of my post. tell me your thoughts. I will have coilovers and some camber if necessary in the back. stock fenders.

I am looking at a set of Work wheels to put on my Ep3. They measure 15x7.5 et 19 in front and 15x8 et18 in the rear. Please let me know if these will fit. Any help is appreciated. Also if anyone has any pics of an Ep3 on Euro.ines please post. I tried searching, but I fail. Lol.

[1fasthb]

17x9.5 +15 vs 17x10 +20? hmmmmmmmmm what would be the difference in these to size's? like major or barly noticedable?

[PatrickJamesYu]

17x9.5 +15 vs 17x10 +20? hmmmmmmmmm what would be the difference in these to size's? like major or barly noticedable?

You'll have about 10-11mm of less clearance on the inside.
(I don't know if that will be a problem or not)
But it will only poke about 1mm more. It doesn't seem like much, but 1mm can make or break it when it comes to the whole wheel fitment / stance stuff (which I assume these wheels will be used for looking at the wheel spec, assuming these are for the ep3)
Also, if you're stretching tire, consider the extra .5" of stretch. That can be a lot if you're already stretching hard a 9.5"

[1fasthb]

You'll have about 10-11mm of less clearance on the inside.
(I don't know if that will be a problem or not)
But it will only poke about 1mm more. It doesn't seem like much, but 1mm can make or break it when it comes to the whole wheel fitment / stance stuff (which I assume these wheels will be used for looking at the wheel spec, assuming these are for the ep3)
Also, if you're stretching tire, consider the extra .5" of stretch. That can be a lot if you're already stretching hard a 9.5"


yea the wheels are for a ep3, i have just seen some ep's runing mb battles at 17x9.5 +15's alote and they look good, and im not 5lug so i get jacked with alote of the good afordable wheels setups out there, but i have had these 17x10's that i found on the backburner for a lil bit on wether if i could make them look right or not, so was wondering if there was much difference from the 2 wheel setups, and no clue on what tire to use havent really got there yet


example of the battles i seen on a ep
http://vimeo.com/34248127

[Coldth1]

Thinking about ordering them what do u guys think? 17x8.5 15mm offset 5x114.3. im not sure on the offset what do u guy think?

http://www.axiswheels.com/content/news/29/images/axis_klassic.jpg

http://www.axiswheels.com/content/wheels/33/images/Copy%20of%20DSC_0014.JPG

[PatrickJamesYu]

yea the wheels are for a ep3, i have just seen some ep's runing mb battles at 17x9.5 +15's alote and they look good, and im not 5lug so i get jacked with alote of the good afordable wheels setups out there, but i have had these 17x10's that i found on the backburner for a lil bit on wether if i could make them look right or not, so was wondering if there was much difference from the 2 wheel setups, and no clue on what tire to use havent really got there yet


example of the battles i seen on a ep
http://vimeo.com/34248127

I like the rear, I don't like how his front's sit.
I wish he had more camber, and more low in the front.

But you can make your 17x10's work, you just will really have to work on your fenders, fine tuning your alignment, and getting the right sized tires



Thinking about ordering them what do u guys think? 17x8.5 15mm offset 5x114.3. im not sure on the offset what do u guy think?


What kind of look you going for?
I think the 17x8.5 +15 will be a pretty clean fitment
but with a wheel spec like that, I'd be stretching the tires and have a goooood amount of negative camber.
Also, flattening those fenders out.

[Coldth1]

Looking for flush my fenders are already rolled so I don't have much of a choice. LOoks like crap with normal fitment. Bought the car like thAt

[Coldth1]

would 17x8.5 +15 offest. Fit like a 16x8 +15 offset? where does that .5 go in the front or the back of the wheel or is is .25 on both sides? i want somthing that fits like the xxr 501. nazzleman fitment is perfect but they dont make it in 5x114.3.

[PatrickJamesYu]

would 17x8.5 +15 offest. Fit like a 16x8 +15 offset? where does that .5 go in the front or the back of the wheel or is is .25 on both sides? i want somthing that fits like the xxr 501. nazzleman fitment is perfect but they dont make it in 5x114.3.

It's .25 on both sides.

[whatsvtec]

It's .25 on both sides.
Ezzzzackly.
Also, 17x8.5 will never fit like a 16x8. Diameter change will always look drastically different :tehe:

17x8.5 will probably fit well for what you're looking for in the 22-32 et range. (low 30's look really flush)

For reference. This is 17x8.5 +32 with 205/40 tires
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k64/derek1_05/2-10.jpg

[Coldth1]

man i been looking all over for something with a fitment like that. i was going to go 17x9 +22 rpf1's then i founf out the price. i get the axis wheel half price at work. any ideas on a nice looking wheel with that fitment?

[whatsvtec]

man i been looking all over for something with a fitment like that. i was going to go 17x9 +22 rpf1's then i founf out the price. i get the axis wheel half price at work. any ideas on a nice looking wheel with that fitment?

So you're looking for rotas and xxrs essentially? $700 or less?

I'll do a quick search. NVM! Got lazy...

Just go browse the rota and XXR websites for something 17x8.5 or 17x9 with a 20-30et
Small tires (205/40) will make fitment easier, you will need to dial in camber to make any set-up look nice. Happy hunting!

[mitchlikesbikes]

man i been looking all over for something with a fitment like that. i was going to go 17x9 +22 rpf1's then i founf out the price. i get the axis wheel half price at work. any ideas on a nice looking wheel with that fitment?

i think your car would look realllllll good on some aggressive rota torques. would be similar to mean irish guys setup, but you could go much more aggressive.

[whatsvtec]

Help pick out some wheels! I'm doing some wish list shopping for when I drop and refresh the suspension this spring. What do you think will look best on a white EP with black accents(bottom of rear bumper, side mirrors and front lip)? Tires will be 205/45-17 or 205/50-16. Not looking for stretch, more of a flush rolled sidewall.
The car will be as low as possible. (remove splash guards, shaved rear fenders etc.)

#1: 527 17x8.25 +25 Matt Bronze or Flat Black (I'm undecided on color)
http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/5ehx2.gysj4/v/vspfiles/photos/52778087N-2T.jpg

#2: 530 17x8.25 +25 Chromium Black
http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/5ehx2.gysj4/v/vspfiles/photos/53089542N-2T.jpg?1323693479

#3: 531 16x8 +20 "Platinum" Polished
http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/5ehx2.gysj4/v/vspfiles/photos/53168460-2T.jpg?1323369620

[PatrickJamesYu]

I'd do the 17x8.25 xxr 527's, with a 205/45 tire, and I'd get them in white, or polished if avail.

[whatsvtec]

I'd do the 17x8.25 xxr 527's, with a 205/45 tire, and I'd get them in white, or polished if avail.

I've been leaning that way for a while. I tried white on white with some O.Z. Superturismo WRC. I liked them, but I want a different color. Though the straight spoke design is something I've always loved, I just don't want wheels everyone and their brother will have.

[Coldth1]

So you're looking for rotas and xxrs essentially? $700 or less?

I'll do a quick search. NVM! Got lazy...

But, also for reference. This is 17x9 +20 with 205/40 tires.
Jake, you're missed.

Just go browse the rota and XXR websites for something 17x8.5 or 17x9 with a 20-30et
Small tires (205/40) will make fitment easier, you will need to dial in camber to make any set-up look nice. Happy hunting!Yea i thinki i might half to go with something thats a +30 because no offence but i dont really like how the ones with the torques fit on that but i love how those works fit.

[powdbyrice]

http://i54.tinypic.com/2djscug.jpg

[whatsvtec]

those are 8.25? Looks super wide! Is it a 0 offset? I thought they would poke less than 17x9 +20 if it was a +25 offset

[PatrickJamesYu]

those are 8.25? Looks super wide! Is it a 0 offset? I thought they would poke less than 17x9 +20 if it was a +25 offset

But that's not that low, nor running much negative camber at all
Poke will look much different if you do some fitment work.

[whatsvtec]

I still think it looks like 0 offset, it's a lot of poke. 17x8.25 +25 should only stick out 4 mm more than 17x8.5 +32. Either way I think I can fit them well in the spring. The alignment guru at my work and I can have some fun seeing how close we can get without rubbing and scraping the wheel. (I want to do it right)

[04SiSpeed]

if your slammed with a 16x8 +20 what tire set up would you want to run with that?

I was thinking 215/40

[Hasbro]

if your slammed with a 16x8 +20 what tire set up would you want to run with that?

I was thinking 215/40


I'm confused. You're putting in a K20A, R lcas, etc. But you want tires that are 22.7" in diameter and 7.7" in tread.

[PatrickJamesYu]

if your slammed with a 16x8 +20 what tire set up would you want to run with that?

I was thinking 215/40

215 isn't much of a stretch if that's what you were looking for. I think a 205 45 for a tiny bit of stretch, or a 195/50-45 for a bigger stretch,

[04SiSpeed]

Its my toy... And i already have all that stuff like the motor. Im just trying to get my suspesion good to go with a dropped car. As in all the proper parts that allow you to be really low. That wheel set up i mentioned is for looks. Not functionality. I have wheels for that already.

I just have been looking and looking for a decent flashy wheel. I dont want a super stretch look thats why i was asking. I hate wheel offset's and set up's, i was never good in math class...

[04SiSpeed]

thanks for the reply. Like i was saying i dont what a super stretch so i think i will try the 205 first. I had 195/50 on 15x7's with a +10 offset and it looked good. Tire wasnt over stretched. That was for my integra i had tho

[ep3jd]

http://i54.tinypic.com/2djscug.jpg


those are 8.25? Looks super wide! Is it a 0 offset? I thought they would poke less than 17x9 +20 if it was a +25 offset

Pretty positive those are mb battles which are 17x9.5 +15. Lol

[whatsvtec]

Thanks for the input! I think you're right. Ill deff be okay with 17x8.25. +25.

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[ep3jd]

You tryna get your stretch poke slam on? What size tire

[whatsvtec]

205/45 or maybe 215/40 for a more "rubberband" look

Definitely trying to get my slam on, I just need to get a new front bumper and lip before winter is over. I might try to find someone that can machine my racelands to accept the tierod from the bottom instead of top.

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[mitchlikesbikes]

195 40s or GTFO!:mwink:

[whatsvtec]

195 40s or GTFO!:mwink:

205/35? :gheyf:

[Coldth1]

wheels on order pics in summer time.

[Coldth1]

Help pick out some wheels! I'm doing some wish list shopping for when I drop and refresh the suspension this spring. What do you think will look best on a white EP with black accents(bottom of rear bumper, side mirrors and front lip)? Tires will be 205/45-17 or 205/50-16. Not looking for stretch, more of a flush rolled sidewall.
The car will be as low as possible. (remove splash guards, shaved rear fenders etc.)

#1: 527 17x8.25 +25 Matt Bronze or Flat Black (I'm undecided on color)
http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/5ehx2.gysj4/v/vspfiles/photos/52778087N-2T.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7026/6551341661_7f3a024e2e_o.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/299169_10150367724514583_560414582_7990599_7671398 66_n.jpg
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/blackcivic11/229787_186186304779414_164306543634057_500481_5602 802_n.jpg

- XXR 527 in 17x8.25 +25 flat bronze

[whatsvtec]

Thanks! :mtongue::mtongue::mtongue::mtongue:
You just sold me on wheel specs. Got any clue to tire specs for those?



wheels on order pics in summer time.
Whatcha getting!?

[usedep3]

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/299169_10150367724514583_560414582_7990599_7671398 66_n.jpg

- XXR 527 in 17x8.25 +25 flat bronze

this is so sex

[nmysiismyn]

this is so sex

+1, for sure!

Nice cross between form and function.. Looks great.

Oh.. and HFP FTW! :tehe:

The link to that pic is a FB link, I think.. Who's EP is it?

Here's another angle: https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/309509_10150367725994583_560414582_7990633_8971661 5_n.jpg

[nmysiismyn]

More here: http://forum.clubcivicquebec.com/topic/250517-2003-honda-civic-gfx-sir-ep3/

^whatever an Si-R GFX is... :shrug:

[nmysiismyn]

Thanks! :mtongue::mtongue::mtongue::mtongue:
You just sold me on wheel specs. Got any clue to tire specs for those?

They're 215/40/17.. There's some clean pics in the link on my last post. :miggrin:

Love it!
The ooger-negative camber is just not for me.. This may be the best fitment I've seen.. :shrug:

[nmysiismyn]

One more, for post-whoring's sake. :tehe:

I hijacked his Photobucket. :shady:
http://s148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/blackcivic11/

Bam!
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s5/blackcivic11/newwheels2.jpg

[whatsvtec]

Tommy always coming through with the best pictures!

I'm totally set on wheel specs now, I can't wait for spring to get here so I can slam it.

[303EP]

I got 527's chillin in my room right now, cant wait for spring!

[nmysiismyn]

Tommy always coming through with the best pictures!

I'm totally set on wheel specs now, I can't wait for spring to get here so I can slam it.

:bow: TY TY
All glory be to Google. :hail:

:tehe:
IDK if you've seen the "Not Your Average EP' thread, but I've been finding some of the worst pics too. :tehehyper:

[powdbyrice]

More here: http://forum.clubcivicquebec.com/topic/250517-2003-honda-civic-gfx-sir-ep3/

^whatever an Si-R GFX is... :shrug:

canadian HFP ep3.

[nmysiismyn]

canadian HFP ep3.

Right on.. I've never heard the term..

Has me wondering if GFX stands for ground effects.. :tehe:

Last night, I also saw one referred to as a Civic Si-R G. :shady: I don't remember where though..

[04SiSpeed]

Right on.. I've never heard the term..

Has me wondering if GFX stands for ground effects.. :tehe:

Last night, I also saw one referred to as a Civic Si-R G. :shady: I don't remember where though..

I think its for Gangster. The G mobile, thats tight i wish mine was a SiG, the Sig.

[ep3fka]

17x8 rotiforms what tire size with not such a huge sidewall? dropped on tokicko blues and /h&R springs will have the rears rolled

[whatsvtec]

17x8 rotiforms what tire size with not such a huge sidewall? dropped on tokicko blues and /h&R springs will have the rears rolled

205/40 is gonna be the best stretch/fit.
http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3123/5810010183_433e7d8244_b.jpg

[Coldth1]

what wheels are those?

[whatsvtec]

Rotiform blq
Exact specs that were asked about

Sent through space and time

[Coldth1]

Rotiform blq
Exact specs that were asked about

Sent through space and time
lol my bad

[nmysiismyn]

I'd rock them bishes! :hat:

[Coldth1]

Me 2 but 3200 for wheels damn!

[AttarixEp]

Me 2 but 3200 for wheels damn!

For BLQ in such a standard size and lug pattern. I would halve gotten the cast set and a nice powder coat!

[whatsvtec]

You can get Cast BLQ for ~$260/wheel.

[Coldth1]

I was looking at the 3 piece wheels. Called and got a quote

[whatsvtec]

Ughh yes, so nice.... I would have to settle for cast.

Sent through space and time

[Coldth1]

http://rotiform.com/images/product_photography/forged_race_tmb_01.jpg

[fordnick3]

Such sexy wheels I wanted those. I've been lookin for some!^^^

[whatsvtec]

SEXY!
Those would look soooooo good on SSM

[RHDmeatwagon]

So I have a set of wheels and I'm looking to run the 17x9s +45s up front.
I plan on having to run a spacer of front

Rears are 17x8 +35
My car is lowered on D2 full coilovers.

Let me preface by saying I dislike that hella flush stance stuff. But I do enjoy a good wheel fitment. Not too bulgy of a tire. flush with the car but not because of -5deg camber or some stuff. I plan on keeping it lowered a good bit as well.

So, my idea is to run maybe a 215/45 on the 8's and a 225/45 on the 9s. I have been researching a little but haven't found pictures of those tire sizes on that wheel. I'm aware it will be a little stretch but hoping that sidewall will make up for it as far as appearing not so stretched.

I drive the hell out of my car in the summer and would like to be able to keep it that way.

Any input/suggestions, preferably first hand experience with these sizes or what not.

Thanks in advance

[04SiSpeed]

So I have a set of wheels and I'm looking to run the 17x9s +45s up front.
I plan on having to run a spacer of front

Rears are 17x8 +35
My car is lowered on D2 full coilovers.

Let me preface by saying I dislike that hella flush stance stuff. But I do enjoy a good wheel fitment. Not too bulgy of a tire. flush with the car but not because of -5deg camber or some stuff. I plan on keeping it lowered a good bit as well.

So, my idea is to run maybe a 215/45 on the 8's and a 225/45 on the 9s. I have been researching a little but haven't found pictures of those tire sizes on that wheel. I'm aware it will be a little stretch but hoping that sidewall will make up for it as far as appearing not so stretched.

I drive the hell out of my car in the summer and would like to be able to keep it that way.

Any input/suggestions, preferably first hand experience with these sizes or what not.

Thanks in advance

Few things dude.

1, dont you want the 9 in rims in the back and the 8 in rim in the front? That mite look hella stupid instead of hella fresh the other way...
2. if you "drive the hell" out of your car, your asking for trouble with a wheel set up like that anyways. The massive camber that will be required alone will tear the hell out of tires like its gas in your tank.
3rd and last, the camber you woul be required to run isnt safe on the highway or at highway speeds, the car is very unstable. Thats why everyone says, "low and slow", the rest of the saying should be, "or i will crash..."

I would read a lot more before i ordered anything. Good luck tho!

[RHDmeatwagon]

Few things dude.

1, dont you want the 9 in rims in the back and the 8 in rim in the front? That mite look hella stupid instead of hella fresh the other way...
2. if you "drive the hell" out of your car, your asking for trouble with a wheel set up like that anyways. The massive camber that will be required alone will tear the hell out of tires like its gas in your tank.
3rd and last, the camber you woul be required to run isnt safe on the highway or at highway speeds, the car is very unstable. Thats why everyone says, "low and slow", the rest of the saying should be, "or i will crash..."

I would read a lot more before i ordered anything. Good luck tho!

Hey cheif, I appreciate the input. If you understand offsets once the wheels are on you can barely tell they are staggered. Its a FWD car so the bigger tire is going on the front. RWD it would be the other way around.

I know enough to make it work just wanted in put on any personal experiences. I wont have to run that much more camber. Im more worried about tire size the rest I can handle on my own. I take it you have never seen the 245 all around ep3s with rpf1's?

These wheels weight several lbs less than my old 17x7s. I believe they are 15lbs or so. They aren't an inexpensive wheel by any means. I test fitted them on the car If i wasnt keep it a secret I would should you the pics so you could understand how they are fitting already.


I appreciate the input but the real concern with me is fitting a tire under the front wheel wells under a moderately lowered car. Ill figure out everything else.

Btw. I'm a girl. not a "dude"

[PatrickJamesYu]

3rd and last, the camber you woul be required to run isnt safe on the highway or at highway speeds, the car is very unstable. Thats why everyone says, "low and slow", the rest of the saying should be, "or i will crash..."


That quote low and slow has nothing to do with stability.
The car being 'stable' doesn't concern the Hellaflush people at all.

[PatrickJamesYu]

Hey cheif, I appreciate the input. If you understand offsets once the wheels are on you can barely tell they are staggered. Its a FWD car so the bigger tire is going on the front. RWD it would be the other way around.

I know enough to make it work just wanted in put on any personal experiences. I wont have to run that much more camber. Im more worried about tire size the rest I can handle on my own. I take it you have never seen the 245 all around ep3s with rpf1's?

These wheels weight several lbs less than my old 17x7s. I believe they are 15lbs or so. They aren't an inexpensive wheel by any means. I test fitted them on the car If i wasnt keep it a secret I would should you the pics so you could understand how they are fitting already.


I appreciate the input but the real concern with me is fitting a tire under the front wheel wells under a moderately lowered car. Ill figure out everything else.

Btw. I'm a girl. not a "dude"

I think reverse stagg works well on the ep.
The front wells are bigger and flare wider. There's room fr a wider wheel.

[04SiSpeed]

Everyone has there set up they want, i was just saying simply that any wide wheel set up and offset is going to require serious camber whether the 9in rim is in the front or back. You stated u drive your car all the time. That being the case, unless you want to speed 4-500 on tires every 2 months, and that i am pretty sure everyone can agree on.

And i get what your saying about low and slow, but i would think it has many reasons cuz well it does. Im low and, drive slow, because i dont have a lot of suspension travel and thats ruff on a good bump or pot hole. So thanks for the correction and sorry for misusing the term.

Anyways, im not trying to start a fight; i was just simply trying to point out things that didnt seem right and that may want to be further researched possibly before the person asking the question followed through.

I mean for one honda didnt put a wider wheel up front then in the rear, so the way the car drives and handles will change big time right?

And the reason the well is wider in the front is because we are on the same chassis as the type r ep, and with the type r ep control arms and axles your wheels would actually line up with the fender. Instead of being in like how it is on our stock EP's.

[maksym]

Anybody got a picture with 225/45-16 and HFP suspension drop?

[powdbyrice]

So I have a set of wheels and I'm looking to run the 17x9s +45s up front.
I plan on having to run a spacer of front

Rears are 17x8 +35
My car is lowered on D2 full coilovers.

Let me preface by saying I dislike that hella flush stance stuff. But I do enjoy a good wheel fitment. Not too bulgy of a tire. flush with the car but not because of -5deg camber or some stuff. I plan on keeping it lowered a good bit as well.

So, my idea is to run maybe a 215/45 on the 8's and a 225/45 on the 9s. I have been researching a little but haven't found pictures of those tire sizes on that wheel. I'm aware it will be a little stretch but hoping that sidewall will make up for it as far as appearing not so stretched.

I drive the hell out of my car in the summer and would like to be able to keep it that way.

Any input/suggestions, preferably first hand experience with these sizes or what not.

Thanks in advance
Check out shg_easye's setup. He has 17x9/17x7.5

[powdbyrice]

Everyone has there set up they want, i was just saying simply that any wide wheel set up and offset is going to require serious camber whether the 9in rim is in the front or back. You stated u drive your car all the time. That being the case, unless you want to speed 4-500 on tires every 2 months, and that i am pretty sure everyone can agree on.

And i get what your saying about low and slow, but i would think it has many reasons cuz well it does. Im low and, drive slow, because i dont have a lot of suspension travel and thats ruff on a good bump or pot hole. So thanks for the correction and sorry for misusing the term.

Anyways, im not trying to start a fight; i was just simply trying to point out things that didnt seem right and that may want to be further researched possibly before the person asking the question followed through.

I mean for one honda didnt put a wider wheel up front then in the rear, so the way the car drives and handles will change big time right?

And the reason the well is wider in the front is because we are on the same chassis as the type r ep, and with the type r ep control arms and axles your wheels would actually line up with the fender. Instead of being in like how it is on our stock EP's.
Uhhhh... Ep3-r has the same setup as the usdm Ep3.

Dc5-r has the different arms.

[Hajdoki_Ep3]

http://www.icbmotorsport.com/spspcrwhye17.html

17x8.5+45 (235/40/17) all around?

Stock height, RSD down the line

[powdbyrice]

Will need 10mm spacers.

[Hajdoki_Ep3]

Will need 10mm spacers.

Currently running easy ep3 setup rims/tire

17x9+35 front 245 tire
17x7.5+48 rear 225 tire

for sale if interested

[04SiSpeed]

Uhhhh... Ep3-r has the same setup as the usdm Ep3.

Dc5-r has the different arms.

also the same chassis, and i did mean to say the dc5r not the ep3r. But, thats why we can basically use all their suspension parts off a type s or even the dc5r.

So back to my point, that our front wells look like they have more space. But, if you get the dc5r control arms and axles that void. Also giving you a wider wheel base making your handling improve. I also dont think you could then run a 9in rim it would be tuff keeping them in the wells and not look like a buggy.

Or you can put 9in rims to fill it lol. Like i was saying eveyone has there set up they want

[tinman5]

To the OP, i am glad you know what you're doing. I would however suggest a 235/40 on 9's. Both the diameter and strech will be pretty consistent front to back.
To 04sispeed, it almost sounds like your close to understanding what youre saying. I dont mean that in a malicious way by any means. I wish more people took the time and actually wanted to understand the causes and effects of good and bad foot work.

[RHDmeatwagon]

@tinman. thanks anf ya thats what i ended up deciding was going to be the tire size. thanks for the help.

[PatrickJamesYu]

Will a 9" wide with +36 offset ft on the ep3? (inner clearance)

[ep3jd]

Yes

[PatrickJamesYu]

Yes

They didn't fit :(

[whatsvtec]

They didn't fit :(

Try a small spacer. 17x9 +35 rpf1 fits with 245/40 tires

[PatrickJamesYu]

Try a small spacer. 17x9 +35 rpf1 fits with 245/40 tires

Yeah I think that's what I needed
The rear trailing arm sat right on the inner barrel of the wheel

[whatsvtec]

Are you goin for something beefy now?! :mbiggrin: See if you can find some 5mm and less spacers to find out what will fit. I'm stoked to see what you've got in store!

[88crx]

Will a 9" wide with +36 offset ft on the ep3? (inner clearance)

My inner clearance in the rear doesn't allow for anything under x9+25ish or else it hits the trailing arm.

Front clearance is pretty much the same as well..... just barely doesn't hit the suspension.

[PatrickJamesYu]

My inner clearance in the rear doesn't allow for anything under x9+25ish or else it hits the trailing arm.

Front clearance is pretty much the same as well..... just barely doesn't hit the suspension.

What size wheel? 16? 17?



Are you goin for something beefy now?! :mbiggrin: See if you can find some 5mm and less spacers to find out what will fit. I'm stoked to see what you've got in store!

Hopefully this works out. I'll definitely be whoring out pictures.
This is whats weird, I assumed a 5mm should be good enough as the 17x9 rpf1 guys are running +35.
But the trailing arm dug in like 1 inch into (from the lip) the barrel.
In theory this makes me think I need a 25mm spacer which just sounds ridiculous.
I made ep3jd chime in. He was running a 9 and was always under the impression a +38 would fit, which sounds right to me
But it wasn't the case when I actually tried it.

[88crx]

What size wheel? 16? 17?




Hopefully this works out. I'll definitely be whoring out pictures.
This is whats weird, I assumed a 5mm should be good enough as the 17x9 rpf1 guys are running +35.
But the trailing arm dug in like 1 inch into (from the lip) the barrel.
In theory this makes me think I need a 25mm spacer which just sounds ridiculous.
I made ep3jd chime in. He was running a 9 and was always under the impression a +38 would fit, which sounds right to me
But it wasn't the case when I actually tried it.

It was 17's. I'm pretty sure with 18's you'd have a large enough diameter that it would clear regardless of the offset (but i've never tried).

I'm pretty sure the inner clearance to the rear trailing arms is directly related to the geometry when your're slammed in the rear. The only people that have been ok to run that high of offset were far from slammed. There has also been a couple member with extremely low ride heights that have hit the rear arms at similar offsets to mine.

[k20z3ep!!!]

hey i got a set of grahm lights on my car and want to make it look a little bit better so im gonna powder coat them and get camber kits but i want to know what i should do i wanna flush it a little but i know i cant go to crazy. they are 17x7.5 standard offset i think like +42 with 225/40/17 tires

anyone got any pics to point me in the right direction?? dont wanna get new wheels just wanna bring life to my old ones they look kinda boring right now. im also lowerd on tien basics.

[whatsvtec]

If you're going for a bigger size tire don't use too big of a spacer. Any excessive camber used for fitment will look goofier with bigger tires.

[whatsvtec]

WTF, who put that there?

[PatrickJamesYu]

WTF, who put that there?

Anonymous

[powdbyrice]

15mm spacer w/built in studs should do the trick.

[Coldth1]

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l8/coldth1/86c18c37.jpg can't wait for summer

[303EP]

^What wheels?

[Coldth1]

^What wheels?

Nothin special

[303EP]

Nothin special

:shrug:

[Black04si]

ok guys im wanting to put a set of grids on my ep either 17 or 18 which size rim width wise and backspacing should i be looking for and whats going to be the best size tire for these to keep me at the stock height and for info im dropped on tien ss coilovers to where there is about a fingers gap between tire and fender

[Black04si]

guess noone is looking here much anymore

[whatsvtec]

grids would probably look best in 17". What wheel width are you going for? Backspacing choice is pretty much preference other than when making wide wheels fit

[Black04si]

i was planning on an 8 width then i need to figure what tire to put on there wanting to get a smaller sidewall i dont care much for the look of 16's on my ep

[powdbyrice]

17x8 +35

215/45/17 or 225/45/17 or 235/40/17
little stretch/just right/rounded sidewall, but not bulging.

[Black04si]

thanks for the info

[04SiSpeed]

http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb451/kubiekdriehoekje/ep3wheels/algernon_intelesse_I_18x8_23f_18x9_30r_6.jpg

Im going with some 18x8.5 +35 , just not sure on tire spec yet. Those rims look just like the ones im gonna try. They are XXR 521, all flat black tho too. Hopefully have them on end of next month.

Any tire suggestions? Thanks. Im on coilovers so i can do whatever in that aspec.

[04ssmep3]

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q274/OmegaSk8er89/013.jpg


http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q274/OmegaSk8er89/012.jpg


I picked up a set of 17x8 tl type s wheels a few weeks ago. I can't wait to get some new tires on em cause the stock michelin's with 235's were rubbing just the slightest bit, had to use a 3mm spacer in the rear to clear the trailing arm. and no my quarters aren't rolled.

[powdbyrice]

nice! looks really good!

the oem michelins suck. i replaced them with bridgestone potenza pole position s04s (245/45/17) and its soooo much better. granted i have a TL-S.

[SamuraiSi]

I like how those TL wheels look. Wish I had 5 lugs. :mfrown:

[dirtyMETHOD]

I almost got those wheels when I was at the Acura dealer servicing my girl's TL-S

They look awesome.... Great buy!

[powdbyrice]

I like how those TL wheels look. Wish I had 5 lugs. :mfrown:

Wedsport made wheels that looked like the TL-S wheels. I *think* they came in 4 lug.

[SamuraiSi]

I'll have to check them out. Thanks.

[LouisianaEP3]

Hey guys, just picked up some new wheels for the EP. They're 17X7.0, thinking of running 225/45/17 tires. Right now I've got 215/45/17 tires on it. What do you guys think? It's stock height at the moment but will be lowered moderately on Ground Control Coilovers when I get home from Afghanistan.

[04SiSpeed]

Hey guys, just picked up some new wheels for the EP. They're 17X7.0, thinking of running 225/45/17 tires. Right now I've got 215/45/17 tires on it. What do you guys think? It's stock height at the moment but will be lowered moderately on Ground Control Coilovers when I get home from Afghanistan.

Hey bro, i would run a 225/40/17 . When you go wider you typically go down in size on the sidewall. Again, typically you go up one size, down one size on sidewall. It helps keep your tire travel the same so your speedo isnt off for example. But if you dont care about that as some dont, then do what you think looks best.

[powdbyrice]

there arent any good tires in 225/40/17, thus the 225/45/17. its not until 235/40/17 that you get a better selection.

[powdbyrice]

I'll have to check them out. Thanks.

wedssport tc-005

[LouisianaEP3]

I just wanted to run a beefier tire but I might just stick with the 215 if there's not a good selection in the 225 size.

[303EP]

205/50r17 on 17x8.25 +25 xxr 527

http://i718.photobucket.com/albums/ww182/Acuratype-s/2012-02-22_17-07-24_41.jpg
http://i718.photobucket.com/albums/ww182/Acuratype-s/2012-02-22_17-06-52_566.jpg
http://i718.photobucket.com/albums/ww182/Acuratype-s/2012-02-22_17-06-45_292.jpg

[whatsvtec]

Beefcake! I like.

[04SiSpeed]

there arent any good tires in 225/40/17, thus the 225/45/17. its not until 235/40/17 that you get a better selection.

Ahh good point, a 45 wouldnt be too beefy at all anyways that would look nice.

Im ordering a tester wheel and tire today or tomorrow, ill post up the pics when it arrives.

[303EP]

Beefcake! I like.

I love mah beefy tires

[LouisianaEP3]

Beefcake!

[rps.13]

Front: 225/45/16
Rear: 215/45/16

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/IMG_20120224_132933-1.jpg

215`s were on special 50% off brand new, so opted to run a staggered set up to save some $$$.

Will post up more pics once they're on.

[whatsvtec]

fuckin' awesome! Looks like a sweet track set-up.

I'm gonna try to fit 245/45r16 on some 16x8 for some cheap grip.

[Coldth1]

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l8/coldth1/DSCF0219.jpg

[whatsvtec]

Lovin' it! Would you say there's more room in the rear than the front? I was thinking about picking up a pair of 5mm spacers to get the rears a little more flush.

[Coldth1]

There is right now just because I need to adj the camber it will fit perfect after I get it adjusted

[rps.13]

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/IMG_20120320_175909.jpg?t=1332238709

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/IMG_20120320_175920.jpg?t=1332238773

[.colin]

Sick !


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[EPsode3]

i finally got the chance to get a set of rims, 4x100 16x7 stock offset? possibly? current tires on them are 205/50, was wondering if i could get away with 215/45 or 215/50? riding on stock struts/shocks lowered on s2 springs with no camber kit. i just want something wider if possible if not then i will stick with the 205/50.

[303EP]

XXR 527's 17x8.25 +25 w/ 205/50r17 tires

http://i718.photobucket.com/albums/ww182/Acuratype-s/Photography/shot3.jpg

[b_ron]

17x8 +35 with 225/45 rub in rear without rolling?

Thanks

[Cheep3]

Question on rubbing with 225-50-16 tires on stock RSX 7.5" rims. Last season I ran 225-45-16 tires with no rubbing problem. This last week I ran my new 225-50-16 Hankook RS3's on the front. I took them back off today to run my snow tires until the next event. I was surprised to find rubbing on the inside tirewell of of the passenger side only?! Does anyone have experience with this? Is there less clearance on the passenger side? Only suspension notes is that I am lowered about 1.5" with stock strut/Koni inserts and running negative 1.5 degree camber each side. The rubbing wasn't tire damaging but enough to wear about a 1" stretch on each side (front and rear of tire) down to bare metal. Any input appreciated! Maybe I need 5mm spacers?

[mitchlikesbikes]

so this might be a noob question but i need a straight up answer. what's the biggest tire you can run with a 17X8 +35 with fronts and rears both rolled?

i'm at about a 1.5-2 inch drop and i would prefer not to run more than 2 or 3 degrees of camber in the front or rear.

i'm thinking like a 245/45 maybe?

[rps.13]

so this might be a noob question but i need a straight up answer. what's the biggest tire you can run with a 17X8 +35 with fronts and rears both rolled?

i'm at about a 1.5-2 inch drop and i would prefer not to run more than 2 or 3 degrees of camber in the front or rear.

i'm thinking like a 245/45 maybe?

Largest tire i`ve run up front was a 245/40, on a 17x8 +38. I had to remove the guard/fender liner, as it rubbed the front section under slight turning. The inside edge of the tire also rubbed the inner wheel well at full lock. Also it rubbed very slighty under full load on the top edge of the inner wheel arch, which was hammered a bit. Running about -2.3 camber on the fronts.

A 245/45 is probably too tall.

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/IMG_7706-1.jpg

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/IMG_7737-1.jpg

Rear i was running 225/45`s, on 17x7.5 +32. About -1 degree of camber. It looked like it only just tucked under. No scrubbing at all.

With a bit more negative camber you might be able to go a 235/45, 245 might be pushing it.

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/P1010878.jpg?t=1318832258

All guards have been rolled.

[mitchlikesbikes]

thanks so much for the info man. think i might just go for 235/45s all around and play it safe since i don't want a ton of rubbing or a ton of camber.

[eccramer]

Thinking about ordering a set of 225/50R16 Dunlop Direzza Z1 Star Specs with some 16x7 +40 Rota Slipstreams. I'm only on HFP suspension (also stock alignment, I'd like to keep the camber to a minimum), so I'm only -.75 inches to ride height. As far as I can tell looking at similar setups I shouldn't rub, but I want to make sure.

[mitchlikesbikes]

Thinking about ordering a set of 225/50R16 Dunlop Direzza Z1 Star Specs with some 16x7 +40 Rota Slipstreams. I'm only on HFP suspension (also stock alignment, I'd like to keep the camber to a minimum), so I'm only -.75 inches to ride height. As far as I can tell looking at similar setups I shouldn't rub, but I want to make sure.

yeah that high up you definitely shouldn't.


K, final question to everyone:

-235/45/17
-17x8 +35
-1.5ish drop
-rolled fenders
-moderate camber (no more than 3 degrees front or rear)

will this setup rub like crazy with my fender liners still in? i would like to keep them but will ditch them if necessary.

[whatsvtec]

From the sounds of it, you may have to ditch the fenderliners. But you shouldn't have any serious problems with that set-up. A roll and a little camber should fit them easy.

27rocks only has about 3.5* front if I remember correctly, he has 17x9 +35 with 245/40.
Whatever you do, make sure you adjust with camber plates in the front.

[mitchlikesbikes]

i kinda just inspected both and i think with a little afro engineering i can probably retain the fronts, and maybe the backs depending on how they fit after my roll.

i will have to buy both a rear camber kit and plates for the front at the same time as wheels and tires so they'll be adjusted properly for the new setup.

now i just need to make the moniez to pull this setup off :mwink:

[powdbyrice]

yeah that high up you definitely shouldn't.


K, final question to everyone:

-235/45/17
-17x8 +35
-1.5ish drop
-rolled fenders
-moderate camber (no more than 3 degrees front or rear)

will this setup rub like crazy with my fender liners still in? i would like to keep them but will ditch them if necessary.
235/40/17...

[whatsvtec]

235/40/17...

+1 40 series will fit better with that width.

[dichotomous]

will 225/50r17 fit with a stock height ep3? again, NOT lowered
there are also some 235/45r17's as well, which are not as tall.
just bought a set of rims with 215/50r17's on them, tires are trashed so I can try them out (though I guess I could try slowly in my driveway to see if they rub and fit) and those are as tall as the 235/45's, just a half inch narrower.

[powdbyrice]

will 225/50r17 fit with a stock height ep3? again, NOT lowered
there are also some 235/45r17's as well, which are not as tall.
just bought a set of rims with 215/50r17's on them, tires are trashed so I can try them out (though I guess I could try slowly in my driveway to see if they rub and fit) and those are as tall as the 235/45's, just a half inch narrower.
they should. depends on the specs of the wheels.

[mitchlikesbikes]

i want the extra beef though haha.

[dichotomous]

reading the rims they are 17x7, 38 offset. from some reading I see that going wider than 215 would be amiss. I loosely mounted the wheels with 215/50r17 and they fit, filled the wheel wells nicely, though my brakes look really tiny in them, lol. any wider or taller than the 215/50r17 will definately rub.
I am thinking 215/45, 40 sidewall might be a touch small for a car that sees rough roads and dirt sometimes.

these really fill the rear well about perfect with no drop.

[powdbyrice]

215/45/17 should be perfect for a 17x7

[monjarassi]

17x8+22front +32rear Wedsport Tc05's polished
225/45/17's at the moment but have mixed feelings of the tire size, really want to move to 235/40 front, 215/40 rear. idk!!!

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5116/7092444539_b9514330cd_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7064/6946375764_105255d7ca_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7045/7092446159_50a5b8b063_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7075/7092446851_d3a9c30939_c.jpg

[whatsvtec]

I think it looks perfect!

[monjarassi]

I think it looks perfect!

Thanks..

[b_ron]

-Evo 8 rims (17x8 +38)
-235/45/R17 Tires
-Rolled rear fenders
-Dropped ~1.25"

Will they rub in the rear?

[mitchlikesbikes]

-Evo 8 rims (17x8 +38)
-235/45/R17 Tires
-Rolled rear fenders
-Dropped ~1.25"

Will they rub in the rear?

i hope not, this is my future setup but i'm going a bit lower haha

[b_ron]

I hope not as well, since my friend is willing to sell me his wheels.

If they do rub, I'll probably raise up my car instead of running stupid amount of camber :/

If no one knows, I might just drag my lazy ass to my friends house and try them on just to see.

[mitchlikesbikes]

if you have the opportunity to easily test fit DON'T pass it up haha

[b_ron]

haha

after looking through some threads, this is what i found with evo 8 rims and 235/40/R17
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d193/gav_st205/DSC00199.jpg

sigh

[mitchlikesbikes]

looks like about 2 or 3 degrees of camber would be perf. not bad at all really.

[b_ron]

ehh. i would like to keep close to stock camber if possible.

here's another pic i found
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/199436_10150112217911367_637011366_6824985_2796911 _n.jpg

eerrr, only if my friend had 225's on. not really feeling the 235

[mitchlikesbikes]

eerrr, only if my friend had 225's on. not really feeling the 235

boooooo, the 235s look sick. i'm probably going to go 235/45 haha.

with only a 1.25 drop 235s will fill your wells much better.

[b_ron]

alright, i'm just gonna try to fit them on personally sometime this week. maybe they'll be a better fit than i thought

[sir_2002]

Replica of Volks CE28N 17x7.5 +42 on 215/45/17

I have 6mm spacers (1/4inch for the US guys haha) waiting to be install but i didn't order my exteded stud soo not enough lug thread...
42-6 = egual 36 of offset so wheel be enough flush for me


http://img818.imageshack.us/img818/8333/dsc0145v1.jpg

http://img809.imageshack.us/img809/9988/dsc0377v2.jpg

http://img861.imageshack.us/img861/3859/dsc0147v1.jpg

[j.lai]

Replica of Volks CE28N 17x7.5 +42 on 215/45/17

I have 6mm spacers (1/4inch for the US guys haha) waiting to be install but i didn't order my exteded stud soo not enough lug thread...
42-6 = egual 36 of offset so wheel be enough flush for me


http://img818.imageshack.us/img818/8333/dsc0145v1.jpg

http://img809.imageshack.us/img809/9988/dsc0377v2.jpg

http://img861.imageshack.us/img861/3859/dsc0147v1.jpg

looks good :thumbu:
Mine will look pretty much the same as yours, except different wheels and tires
17x7+32 with 205/45..I'll post pic when my wheels are in

[h.pham]

Replica of Volks CE28N 17x7.5 +42 on 215/45/17

I have 6mm spacers (1/4inch for the US guys haha) waiting to be install but i didn't order my exteded stud soo not enough lug thread...
42-6 = egual 36 of offset so wheel be enough flush for me


http://img818.imageshack.us/img818/8333/dsc0145v1.jpg

http://img809.imageshack.us/img809/9988/dsc0377v2.jpg

http://img861.imageshack.us/img861/3859/dsc0147v1.jpg

look HELLA nice!:bravo: How low is your car? and you dont experience any rubbing?

[sir_2002]

No rubbing at all for the drop i don't know... Maybe about 3 1/4 compared to stock heigh ?!

Thx btw :)

[powdbyrice]

ehh. i would loike to keep close to stock camber if possible.

here's another pic i found
[img]http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/199436_10150112217911367_637011366_6824985_2796911 _n.jpg[img]

eerrr, only if my friend had 225's on. not really feeling the 235
That's sitting perfect imo

[nmysiismyn]

That's sitting perfect imo

:yeahthat:

[whatsvtec]

New wheels coming in soon! :mbiggrin: :mbiggrin: :mbiggrin:
Stay tuned for 205/45 on 17x8.25 +25

[h.pham]

Anyone know what tires i should get, if im dropped on H&R springs (2in.) and planning on getting 16x7 wheels, so that i wont rub? would 225/45/16's be alright?

[b_ron]

That's sitting perfect imo

Yeah, I guess that one looks like it fits better than the other one, but it looks awfully close.
Another view http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/196245_10150112219831367_637011366_6824991_4783046 _n.jpg

does anyone know the rear stock camber range on the top of their head?

[monjarassi]

i want to chime in...

i was on 225/45's

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7074/7012210285_ffa09f31ab_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7027/6818560487_d56d201a32_z.jpg

[charles]

New wheels coming in soon! :mbiggrin: :mbiggrin: :mbiggrin:
Stay tuned for 205/45 on 17x8.25 +25

I'm assuming xxr? Those are the specs I want, but theres only a handful of wheels with those specs and are 4x100.

[mitchlikesbikes]

does anyone know the rear stock camber range on the top of their head?


i believe max camber on stock specs is 1.8 degrees. going up to about 3 degrees is really not that big of a deal though. it's not like the stock alignment is the law or anything.

[whatsvtec]

I'm assuming xxr? Those are the specs I want, but theres only a handful of wheels with those specs and are 4x100.

Yup! 530, my order should finally be shipping, early next week.

[dirtyMETHOD]

boooooo, the 235s look sick. i'm probably going to go 235/45 haha.

with only a 1.25 drop 235s will fill your wells much better.

Agreed! I'm running 235/45 on HFP suspension and 17x8 +40 all around.

Definitely filled up the wells, kept stock Camber and rolled the rears.

Only rubs if car is packed with people and you go over a crater on the road.

Otherwise under "normal" driving it barely ever rubs.

[b_ron]

i believe max camber on stock specs is 1.8 degrees. going up to about 3 degrees is really not that big of a deal though. it's not like the stock alignment is the law or anything.

Ehh. my lifetime firestone alignment just sets everything to factory alignment specs.


Agreed! I'm running 235/45 on HFP suspension and 17x8 +40 all around.

Definitely filled up the wells, kept stock Camber and rolled the rears.

Only rubs if car is packed with people and you go over a crater on the road.

Otherwise under "normal" driving it barely ever rubs.

Hmmm... interesting. I go through ridiculous speed bumps on the way to work, not sure how that will go.

[mitchlikesbikes]

Ehh. my lifetime firestone alignment just sets everything to factory alignment specs.



Hmmm... interesting. I go through ridiculous speed bumps on the way to work, not sure how that will go.

it's not like you can't tell them to just add some more camber in the rear.

[b_ron]

it's not like you can't tell them to just add some more camber in the rear.

true. ill be test fitting them tomorrow afternoon so i guess ill see how it is with my current camber settings.

[b_ron]

Here's an update for mitchlikesbikes or anyone else regarding evo 8 wheels with 235/45/17 tires

i'll take back how much i thought my car was lower. i guess it wasn't as low as i thought it was, maybe an inch. (shadows are a bit decieving)

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k80/lbkiml/EP3/0428121558.jpg
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k80/lbkiml/EP3/0428121538.jpg
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k80/lbkiml/EP3/0428121538a.jpg

i think its plenty of clearance at the height at which i'm at right now, so i'm pretty happy. time to shop for hub rings and mitsu lugs.

[03civicdopejmd]

235 on evo rims look great! in for more pics!

[.colin]

Moar pics please!

[b_ron]

Once I find some mitsu lugs and have them all on, I'll post more pics. Can't wait to put them on.

Meanwhile, you can look at his

i want to chime in...

i was on 225/45's



http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7027/6818560487_d56d201a32_z.jpg

[Satinsilver03]

Hey guys i will be ordering some 17x8.25 +25 xxr 527 's in the next couple weeks amd im wondering what tire size to go with....i want some stretch but still want function..the car will be lowered to the point that the tires are just about tucking.... input will be greatly appreciated

[Powers]

Hey guys i will be ordering some 17x8.25 +25 xxr 527 's in the next couple weeks amd im wondering what tire size to go with....i want some stretch but still want function..the car will be lowered to the point that the tires are just about tucking.... input will be greatly appreciated

I have those exact rims in matte bronze. I wrapped em in 215/40's and its just fine.

[PatrickJamesYu]

My wheels have officially sold. Sad day

[Calvinep3]

My wheels have officially sold. Sad day

It's alright bro, they're in good hands

5928

[whatsvtec]

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b45/tlhfya/DSC01069.jpg

205/45r17 (dunlop 9000) on xxr 530 17x8.25 +25

My old bridgestone potenza re760 sport had a little more width at the tread(more rubbing)

[bootymeatson]

my ep is lowered about 1.75" and im wondering if a 17x7 +45 wheel with 205/40/17 all around will fit without rolling or rubbing? thanks!

[.colin]

You'll be fine. That's not aggressive by any means. You may want a bigger tire though, I recommend a 225/45 or 215/45.


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[bootymeatson]

Thanks for the help man! I got an incredible deal on tires so i couldnt pass it up, otherwise i would have prolly went with a 215 tire.

[mitchlikesbikes]

Once I find some mitsu lugs and have them all on, I'll post more pics. Can't wait to put them on.


what's the big concern about having mitsubishi lugs?

[whatsvtec]

what's the big concern about having mitsubishi lugs?

+1

You just need a ball seat taper style lugnut

or get conversion washers to run tuner style lugs.

[.colin]

You're not going to like the way that looks with such a small tire.


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[bootymeatson]

well i had 195/50/15s, then i had 205/50/15, and a friend of mine with a ep with the same drop as i do has 205/40/17 and i thought they looked really nice and sat well on the car with no fender gap. i was more so worried about the +45 offset. im kinda a noob wit offset and i understand it but wasnt sure wut our car required and wut would fit with wut tires and so on. the wheels i want come with a +45 or a +38 offset. which one would i want to get? i agree, i would have perfered a 215/40/17 tire but i got 2 new kumhos and 2 new nankangs for under 100 total so i couldnt pass it up.

[whatsvtec]

17x7 +45 will be hellasunk. Don't get it.
I would opt for +38, you shouldn't have any fitment issues and it will look a little bit better being 7mm closer to the fenders. I'll dig up a picture of 17x7+40 with 205/45 tires. I enjoyed the look while I had it.

[bootymeatson]

thanks man a pic would be awesome! it so tough lookin for new wheels haha, just when i think i found the ones i want, i change my mind or find something i like better!

[whatsvtec]

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b45/tlhfya/DSC01031.jpg

17x7 +40 205/45 Potenza re760 for reference.

I loved it, but needed change.

[bootymeatson]

looks sick! i decided on getting replica Work emotion cr kais, 17x7 +40. got Work valve stems and Work lug nuts. Woulda liked the real deal but don't got 1600 for wheels.

[whatsvtec]

Sounds like a nice pick-up! Post pics when installed :msmile:

I updated the post with pic to reflect my +40 offset, forgot to add that before.

[mitchlikesbikes]

seriously crossing my fingers that i'll have my evo 8 wheels and tires by the end of summer. gotta get that paper yooo hahahha

[b_ron]

what's the big concern about having mitsubishi lugs?

Just they were so expensive. (~$80 for oem). But ended up getting some ebay ones for like $35 and had no problems.


+1

You just need a ball seat taper style lugnut

or get conversion washers to run tuner style lugs.

Mitsubishi wheels need a flat/ mag seat lugs, which I really couldn't find any nice aftermarket ones.


seriously crossing my fingers that i'll have my evo 8 wheels and tires by the end of summer. gotta get that paper yooo hahahha

Make that money!
Diggin the wheels so far, besides the rub. But I'm sure you can get rid of it with fender roll and 2 degrees camber like you said earlier.
But for me, I'm gonna run these 235/45 tires out and just get 225/45 afterwards :/

[bootymeatson]

Sounds like a nice pick-up! Post pics when installed :msmile:

I updated the post with pic to reflect my +40 offset, forgot to add that before.

im selling my rota track r's tomrw and then ordering my replica work emotion cr kais later in the evening, should have the whole set up on in a few weeks, ill post pics after!

[mitchlikesbikes]

just picked up some 3000gt vr4 wheels today.

they're 17 x 8.5 +46

assuming i run 235/45 tires, how big of spacers will i need to clear suspension on the inside and still avoid too much poke/rubbing on the outside?

[whatsvtec]

I'm guessing 10 would be a good starting point. +/-5 mm for fine tuning

[b_ron]

are they going to rub the trailing arm for sure?
you can try starting with a 5mm spacer

[mitchlikesbikes]

hmmm. so how do i go about this without having to buy a million different sizes of spacers?

[mitchlikesbikes]

sooooo, test fitted a wheel on the back today with no spacers or tires, and i'm almost sure that there was no contact with the wheel and control arm even with the stock +46 offset. this leads me to believe that in theory about a 6mm spacer (+40) would be good with 235/45s? can anyone assist me in this reasoning? i'm a little worried about rubbing in the front when i max out on a turn. what do you guys think??

[mitchlikesbikes]

since when does this thread suck so bad?:(

[b_ron]

maybe no one else tried on 17x8.5 with 235/45's

[mitchlikesbikes]

it's kinda sad cause i know if i had posted about running 15mm spacers and 205/45 tires people would be all over the opportunity to give input hahah

[whatsvtec]

No experience with fat tires :mfrown: I would help if I could. To be honest, physically measuring/calculating is the best way to do it. That's how I determined what wheel to buy, for the purpose/look I was trying to achieve.

Tire specs are available for individual tires and their sizes.

Test fit, measure, calculate tire size in relation to your measurements and determine what "in theory" should fit or would be needed to make it fit.

Honestly, just going for it, and then making them fit later on is never a bad option. Small spacers, pulling, rolling etc. aren't too hard, and are easiest done after you have your wheel and tire set-up.

[mitchlikesbikes]

yeah i'm getting closer to the "just fucking do it and worry about fitment on the run" method. thinking i'll start off with a basic roll, 8mm spacers, and then go from there. if these wheels suck and don't fit or look shitty i can always just get the evo wheels i wanted originally and swap tires anyway:)

[b_ron]

yeah i'm getting closer to the "just fucking do it and worry about fitment on the run" method. thinking i'll start off with a basic roll, 8mm spacers, and then go from there. if these wheels suck and don't fit or look shitty i can always just get the evo wheels i wanted originally and swap tires anyway:)

that works too. post pics of that setup since i'm curious.
just finding someone thats selling evo wheels might be hard. (maybe theyre common in your area)

[powdbyrice]

just picked up some 3000gt vr4 wheels today.

they're 17 x 8.5 +46

assuming i run 235/45 tires, how big of spacers will i need to clear suspension on the inside and still avoid too much poke/rubbing on the outside?

235/40...

[powdbyrice]

it's kinda sad cause i know if i had posted about running 15mm spacers and 205/45 tires people would be all over the opportunity to give input hahah

theres only a few of us who have gone with 235s or larger.

its too bad cause 235s look good imo.

[powdbyrice]

it's kinda sad cause i know if i had posted about running 15mm spacers and 205/45 tires people would be all over the opportunity to give input hahah

theres only a few of us who have gone with 235s or larger.

its too bad cause 235s look good imo.

[mitchlikesbikes]

there's one set of evo wheels for sale at $300 here. i got these vr4s for $20. they're heavy as fuck but for possibly saving $280 they're worth a shot.

[b_ron]

$300 with tires?

[mitchlikesbikes]

$300 with tires?

they come with tires but they're no good.

[dirtyMETHOD]

sooooo, test fitted a wheel on the back today witoh no spacers or tires, and i'm almost sure that there was no contact with the wheel and control arm even with the stock +46 offset. this leads me to believe that in theory about a 6mm spacer (+40) would be good with 235/45s? can anyone assist me in this reasoning? i'm a little worried about rubbing in the front when i max out on a turn. what do you guys think??


Reply a bit late but I'm running 17x8 +40 with 235/45's and they are fine on the front. It rubs the plastic liners when cornering very hard but its only far and few between for me. The rears needed to be rolled.

The car is on an HFP suspension with stock alignment specs. I'm sure a bit more Camber will ease the rubbing, but it doesn't bother me since it rubs once a week or so.

[b_ron]

So here were my rears on the evo 8 wheels.
17x8 +38 with 235/45/17. Mild drop with ~1.1 degree camber.

I think its perfect how it sits right there.

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k80/lbkiml/EP3/HX0Q0495.jpg

[monjarassi]

New tires upfront, NITTO nt05 235/40/17 barely 1degree of camber..

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8004/7290174224_ef3236ac06_c.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7092/7290172514_06594042da_c.jpg

[Hasbro]

Pretty wheels, what are they?

[monjarassi]

Pretty wheels, what are they?

wedsport tc05

[shlobbinflobbin]

Hey guys,

I need your expertise. I am looking to pick up some 17x7 +50 Rays 57M rims. I have Tokico Blues on Tien H techs for about a 1.2 inch drop. Will these fit with 215/45/17's, or will I need to roll my fenders?

Thanks!

[mitchlikesbikes]

with that high offset you should be fine. maybe even consider running some 5 or 10mm spacers so you're not hellasunk

[b_ron]

definitely wont rub, unless you run some crazy postive camber or something ....

[whatsvtec]

+1

IF you have fitment issues, they will be on the inside. A spacer definitely wouldn't hurt. 10mm would be good

[Popeye]

I have searched endless pages on here searching for people that rock Slipstreams, particularly 17's. I'm not gonna install them until Im due for my next set of tires, so Im not in a rush.
What I'm wondering is what sizes people run, or HAVE run when they had them, and what suspension they had/have. I have read tons of pages on wheel fitment, but I would prefer to hear it from people that actually have them.
The other day I saw someone that had 8" width wheels, and they look really nice, but I was wondering about how they would fit if the car was on, say, S Techs. (His is on HFP.)
I know that I could easily fit an 8" wheel, but would probably have to roll my fenders, which Im not too keen on. I just dont know if someone would screw my car up. So, I'd like to fit with no rolling. That and oem camber specs. Would I be better off just running a 7.5" wheel with like a 215/45?

[b_ron]

8" could be no problem at all, depending on the offset and camber
with a drop, i think you can go with something like 17x8 +42 with 225/45

I don't see why people try to avoid rolling fenders, its not that expensive to do or get done. plus you really only need the rears anyways. Then you can run wider tires (looks better imo).

[Popeye]

H Techs with a 1.2" drop? I thought H Techs were MORE of a drop than S Techs?

[Popeye]

What I'm worried about is the fact that I live so far out in the middle of nowhere that no one knows how to do it properly around here. That and I dont know how to do it. Im sure I could figure out HOW to do it, but to do it PROPERLY? Im just not willing to take that chance on screwing my car up. I have seen SO many cars that the fenders were rolled improperly and the bad spots were rusting. Im just not willing to take that chance.
If I remember my specs correctly, the 17x7.5 Slipstreams are a +45.

[b_ron]

17x7.5 shouldn't rub with stock camber specs, depending on your tires
I don't know how people can mess up rolling if they have the actual tool. Try checking your regional forum and see if anyone knows anyone in your area that can roll them.

17" slips with 225/45
http://i343.photobucket.com/albums/o474/townley22/159a7cbd.jpg

not sure about tire size on this one. looks quite big
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/Newannaive/DSC00626.jpg

[Popeye]

Damn, that black one is SEXY! I would like to install S Techs, but might end up just doing Pro Kits. Who knows, still a ways off. Both cars look good though. Thats about what I was looking for.

[powdbyrice]

What I'm worried about is the fact that I live so far out in the middle of nowhere that no one knows how to do it properly around here. That and I dont know how to do it. Im sure I could figure out HOW to do it, but to do it PROPERLY? Im just not willing to take that chance on screwing my car up. I have seen SO many cars that the fenders were rolled improperly and the bad spots were rusting. Im just not willing to take that chance.
If I remember my specs correctly, the 17x7.5 Slipstreams are a +45.

since you're 4lug, youre "stuck" with 17x7.5 +45.

if you were 5lug, 17x8 +35 would be the better option.

[Popeye]

I checked Rota's website last night, and they advertised a 17x8, 4x100.

[powdbyrice]

they might list 17x8 4x100, but it might take a month for them to order them from the philippines. you'll have to ask a rota dealer to see if they can special order a set for you.

here are the slips that they have in stock as of june 5.

wheel name/size/offset/bolt pattern/hub bore/color/number of wheels (not sets) in stock
SLIPSTREAM 1775 32 4X100 56.6 RBLK 2.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 32 4X100 56.6 RGM 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 32 4X100 56.7 PS 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 35 5X114.3 73 FBLK 3.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 40 4X108 63.35 FBLK 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 45 4X100 67.1 CHAR BLK 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 45 4X100 67.1 FRBLK 3.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 45 4X100 67.1 WHT 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 45 4X114.3 73 FBLK 2.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 45 5X114.3 73 FBLK 4.00
SLIPSTREAM 1775 48 5X114.3 67.1 BRZ 3.00
SLIPSTREAM 1780 35 4X108 57.1 HBLK 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1780 35 5X114.3 73 RGM 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1780 48 5X100 56.1 RGM 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1780 48 5X114.3 56.1 BRZ 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1780 48 5X114.3 56.1 CGRAY 3.00
SLIPSTREAM 1780 48 5X114.3 56.1 GM 2.00
SLIPSTREAM 1780 48 5X114.3 56.1 RGM 1.00
SLIPSTREAM 1780 48 5X114.3 73 FBLK 12.00
SLIPSTREAM 1785 48 5X100 56.1 GM 1.00

[jerrymouas]

anyone know what the safest thickness of wheel spacer can i use on a stock wheel stud? i found some wheel that are 16x7.5 42 offset. i would like it want it to be little flush to fender, thank.

[j.lai]

anyone know what the safest thickness of wheel spacer can i use on a stock wheel stud? i found some wheel that are 16x7.5 42 offset. i would like it want it to be little flush to fender, thank.

http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?66795-Wheels-spacers-good-or-bad&highlight=spacers

[sistealth02]

Before I start - thank god the hatch is back!!! But now I need help before I make an expensive mistake! I have stock 16" wheels on my '05 with a 1.3" drop. Can I fit 225 50 16's without rubbing?? I'm looking at Dunlop Star Specs or Kumho XS and maybe Falken 615's depending on availability and price. I'm also considering 215 45 16, but I want the widest possible tire for Autocrossing. Any help would be greatly appreciated!! Anyone?

If it's price that your worried about, you should consider some Hankook Ventus V12's....they are less expensive than any of those tires that you listed ($99/per tire with free shipping and no tax from discount tire). You would get the same performance as those other tires (I read that the Kumho XS weren't that good in a lot of reviews), and you would be getting a lot better wet traction, better tread life, and virtually the same grip.

I run 225/45/17 Hankook Ventus V12's and I love them. Had the pre-615k model Azeni tire before as well. Pretty good tire, but not as good in the rain as the Hankook.

[j.lai]

If it's price that your worried about, you should consider some Hankook Ventus V12's....they are less expensive than any of those tires that you listed ($99/per tire with free shipping and no tax from discount tire). You would get the same performance as those other tires (I read that the Kumho XS weren't that good in a lot of reviews), and you would be getting a lot better wet traction, better tread life, and virtually the same grip.

I run 225/45/17 Hankook Ventus V12's and I love them. Had the pre-615k model Azeni tire before as well. Pretty good tire, but not as good in the rain as the Hankook.

+1 for V12, running 205/45/17 and am very satisfied with them

[04SiSpeed]

since you're 4lug, youre "stuck" with 17x7.5 +45.

if you were 5lug, 17x8 +35 would be the better option.

Would a 17x8.25 same offset just give you more of a strech tire look? Still fit way nice?? Thats the specs i am looking at for my wheels right now that i wanna order

[h.pham]

been reading through this thread for a while, but just wanted to make sure before i start making purchases.

Planning on buying my friend's old wheels which are 16x7 +40 on 205/50's. After that I'm planning on getting some bc coils and lowering my car about 1". I'm not too knowledgeable about tires and wheels, so I was looking for some opinions on whether you guys think it would rub anywhere or whether I'd have to get my fenders rolled? Thanks for the help!

[mitchlikesbikes]

with tires that small and such a reasonable offset you will be fine. you could go even lower than 1" and would possibly need a roll in the rear. but on those wheel/tire specs i doubt you would.

[h.pham]

with tires that small and such a reasonable offset you will be fine. you could go even lower than 1" and would possibly need a roll in the rear. but on those wheel/tire specs i doubt you would.

thanks for the quick reply! glad to know there wont be any crazy complications haha

[jerrymouas]

What tire will look better on a 17x7.5 rim 205 or 215 in a 40 series. Al the pic I found are in a 45 series thank. Any guy got any input, this will be my first set of 17 I'll be buying.

[poeticfinesse21]

What tire will look better on a 17x7.5 rim 205 or 215 in a 40 series. Al the pic I found are in a 45 series thank. Any guy got any input, this will be my first set of 17 I'll be buying.

I would say 215/40 and dunlop star specs come in that size :mbiggrin:

[Popeye]

45's look WAY better...

[poeticfinesse21]

Agreed but look how dropped that guy is in his avatar

[jerrymouas]

yea i was thinking of going with 215 but on some neogen. yes my car is pretty low right now, I am getting out of the hellaflush scene for something a little more functional. Really miss driving the ep through twisted back road. I think the wheel are a 35 offset if that help.

[JJay.]

Need help please!

Looking for rims now finally but I really don't know what to get. Pretty knew to the whole wheel scene.
I consider my car pretty low and I am on stocks rims atm 195/60

Looking at XXr 521's and 530's but I really don't know what specs to get it to fit.
Thinking about 16x8 +20 on either but I do not know what tire specs I should get. What would you recommend and any pics to show?

Pics of my drop so you can get an idea. About a 2.3inch+ drop I think.
http://i46.tinypic.com/erycuv.jpg
http://i49.tinypic.com/r8trx2.jpg

[04SiSpeed]

Need help please!

Looking for rims now finally but I really don't know what to get. Pretty knew to the whole wheel scene.
I consider my car pretty low and I am on stocks rims atm 195/60

Looking at XXr 521's and 530's but I really don't know what specs to get it to fit.
Thinking about 16x8 +20 on either but I do not know what tire specs I should get. What would you recommend and any pics to show?

Pics of my drop so you can get an idea. About a 2.3inch+ drop I think.
http://i46.tinypic.com/erycuv.jpg
http://i49.tinypic.com/r8trx2.jpg

If you want something as low as a +20 offset you are prolly going to need to roll your fenders a little. Someone correct me if i am wrong. A +35 or more you shouldnt need to roll anything with a 8" wide rim. Also you need a camber kit front and back or rolling your fenders wont be your only issue. If you run around 1.5-2 in the front camber and 2.5-3.5 on the rear they should fit no problem, with say a 195/40 maybe 45 if they make it tire.

The rims you choose are a good choice, a lot of ppl go with them cuz they are cheap and stuff man, i am about to get a set of XXR too.

[04SiSpeed]

What tire will look better on a 17x7.5 rim 205 or 215 in a 40 series. Al the pic I found are in a 45 series thank. Any guy got any input, this will be my first set of 17 I'll be buying.

I had that rim size and was running a 215/40. I felt the 40 road better as far as the performance aspect, but you felt a lot more of the road imperfections and they dont like bumps very well, your suspension takes a lot of the hit..

[04SiSpeed]

Agreed but look how dropped that guy is in his avatar


Off topic but your avatar is pretty sweet too man lol

[poeticfinesse21]

Off topic but your avatar is pretty sweet too man lol

Thanks :thumbu:

[powdbyrice]

If you want something as low as a +20 offset you are prolly going to need to roll your fenders a little. Someone correct me if i am wrong. A +35 or more you shouldnt need to roll anything with a 8" wide rim. Also you need a camber kit front and back or rolling your fenders wont be your only issue. If you run around 1.5-2 in the front camber and 2.5-3.5 on the rear they should fit no problem, with say a 195/40 maybe 45 if they make it tire.

The rims you choose are a good choice, a lot of ppl go with them cuz they are cheap and stuff man, i am about to get a set of XXR too.

17x8 +35 will require a roll with that drop.

[04SiSpeed]

17x8 +35 will require a roll with that drop.

Ok i wasnt sure, cuz i think i have heard ppl say they havnt had to and others say you do. Maybe it has to do with what tire/camber spec you are running then. I mean that would make a huge differance.

I have a 17x7.5 42+, no camber kit and had plenty of room left. Is .5 a in and 7+ offset really that much of a differance that you would have to roll??

[jerrymouas]

Ok, I know that 235/40/17 work on a 17x8 +35, but how bad does it rub with a small amount of tire tuck. After reading through this wheel/ beef thread this might be my next setup.

[b_ron]

In my mind, you'll probably rub if tucking. Unless you go with some 225's or run a lot of neg camber.

[mitchlikesbikes]

In my mind, you'll probably rub if tucking. Unless you go with some 225's or run a lot of neg camber.

depends on how aggressively the fenders are trimmed and rolled.

with a good trim, roll, and a slight pull all around you *should* be able to fit 235s without too much camber.

[JJay.]

Need help please!

Looking for rims now finally but I really don't know what to get. Pretty knew to the whole wheel scene.
I consider my car pretty low and I am on stocks rims atm 195/60

Looking at XXr 521's and 530's but I really don't know what specs to get it to fit.
Thinking about 16x8 +20 on either but I do not know what tire specs I should get. What would you recommend and any pics to show?

Pics of my drop so you can get an idea. About a 2.3inch+ drop I think.
http://i46.tinypic.com/erycuv.jpg
http://i49.tinypic.com/r8trx2.jpg
Just rose my car and now my fenders front and back sit right on top of my rim. No tire tuck at all but no noticeable gap.

Will a 17x7 +38 and 195/50 work easy for fitment?

[maksym]

Maybe not the correct thread to ask in, but most of you guys that post in here probably know some places where to buy wheels. So, I need 16x8 4x100 +34 Slips, a set of 2 only. Where can I buy those, or they have been discontinued? Cannot seem to find anything online. Thanks for your help!

[powdbyrice]

ask one of our vendors that is a rota vendor. i think showstoppers, corsport and ssr are all rota vendors.

worst case scenario, email kimcosmic@juno.com. Cosmic is the US distributor of Rota wheels. he might be able to tell you when more are coming in.

[black05ep]

yea i was thinking of going with 215 but on some neogen. yes my car is pretty low right now, I am getting out of the hellaflush scene for something a little more functional. Really miss driving the ep through twisted back road. I think the wheel are a 35 offset if that help.

Just got some neogens. Theyre beefy. 2254517. Beefier than my 2254517 bridgestones i had.im lowered about 2" upfront and no rubbing so far. Need to lower the back more but at 1.5" no rubbing yet.

[tht1guy]

ok I'm looking at buying some Rota Grid 4x100 16x8 +10 offset 57.1 hub bore. Will I have any fitment issues, and what tire should I use? Kinda looking for a low pro. stretch.

edit: I just looked and they have a +20 offset as well but, the hub bore is larger. (67.1)

[04SiSpeed]

you will have a lot less modding to do with the +20. Yet you will still have to roll your fenders for both so it really depends how aggerssive of a look you want.

Roll fenders, and will need a tire size of like 195/40 or 195/45 if they make it. But yeah you will have fitment issues without rolling and a camber kit.

[usedep3]

can/should I run something larger than 225/50/16 on a 16x6.5 +45?

[powdbyrice]

no too much sidewall.

[04SiSpeed]

can/should I run something larger than 225/50/16 on a 16x6.5 +45?

Dont quote me on this but i think if you are gonna try and fit a 225 on a 6.5 in wide rim you are going to need a real small sidewall like 225/35. Because a 6.5 is gonna make the tire "bubble" out more since in theory a 225 is to big for a 6.5. 225 is for more like a 8in rim i believe.

Dont quote me tho lol, maybe someone with more experience can tweek my statement a lil

[mitchlikesbikes]

Dont quote me on this but i think if you are gonna try and fit a 225 on a 6.5 in wide rim you are going to need a real small sidewall like 225/35. Because a 6.5 is gonna make the tire "bubble" out more since in theory a 225 is to big for a 6.5. 225 is for more like a 8in rim i believe.

Dont quote me tho lol, maybe someone with more experience can tweek my statement a lil

someone is running 225s on stock 02-03 6 wides, so you may be able to squeeze a 235 on there. 225/50 would fit well though

[poeticfinesse21]

someone is running 225s on stock 02-03 6 wides, so you may be able to squeeze a 235 on there. 225/50 would fit well though

This is true, I have 225/50 tires on my stock 15x6 wheels:
http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?69737-PROOF-225-50-15-on-stock-15x6-wheels&highlight=

[04SiSpeed]

someone is running 225s on stock 02-03 6 wides, so you may be able to squeeze a 235 on there. 225/50 would fit well though

Interesting. I have a 04 so maybe it is a little different for our stock wheels. But glad someone could clarify

[mitchlikesbikes]

the only issue with 235s would be possible rubbing on the inner fenderwell because of the +45 offset.

[b_ron]

I'm not sure if i would push 235's

[usedep3]

thanks for the reply guys. looks like i'm gonna go with 225's

[b_ron]

225's should look good on your Chrysler, right Heisenberg?

[mitchlikesbikes]

225's should look good on your Chrysler, right Heisenberg?

did heisenberg get a chrysler in season 5?! i need to catch up on breaking bad

[usedep3]

225's should look good on your Chrysler, right Heisenberg?


did heisenberg get a chrysler in season 5?! i need to catch up on breaking bad

lol, yea 225's on the 300..

walter sold the aztec for $50 and heisenberg leased a chrysler 300c for his 51st bday.

breaking bad is an awesome show. I'm just a little worried about how Vince Gilligan will end the show and if it will live up to the awesomeness of the rest of the series.

[b_ron]

Damn the mid season 5 cliffhanger!!!

Way off topic...

[04SiSpeed]

lol, yea 225's on the 300..

walter sold the aztec for $50 and heisenberg leased a chrysler 300c for his 51st bday.

breaking bad is an awesome show. I'm just a little worried about how Vince Gilligan will end the show and if it will live up to the awesomeness of the rest of the series.

I have a good feeling he wont disappoint. I just dont see how u could make 5 seasons of a good show and ruin it at the end lol. Fingers crozzeddd

[mrclutch]

I'm really feeling the Enkei PF01 SS in white for my black ep. They only come in 17 X 8 +50 and 17 X 9 +60. Sorry for being a noob but anyone willing to share how to get the 9s to fit? Will rolling do the trick? Thanks!

[b_ron]

I would be worried about it rubbing on the inside

[whatsvtec]

You'll need at least 25 mm spacers and extended lugs to go with. (for inner clearance) What tire size? You'll also need to roll.

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[303EP]

225/45r17's on a 17x7.5 +30 wheel. I will be lowered 2.5" with 1.5* camber in the front and 2.2* in the rear. Fronts are rolled and pulled and rears are rolled flat. Think I will have problems?

[mitchlikesbikes]

225/45r17's on a 17x7.5 +30 wheel. I will be lowered 2.5" with 1.5* camber in the front and 2.2* in the rear. Fronts are rolled and pulled and rears are rolled flat. Think I will have problems?

you should be fine with that much camber. that is pretty low though

[303EP]

:mbiggrin:

[h.pham]

Finally dropped my car! Megan coilovers on 205/50/16's.

http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s456/hpham033/IMG_0806.jpg

[.colin]

^^ sick!

[soquel1]

x2

[04SiSpeed]

Finally dropped my car! Megan coilovers on 205/50/16's.

http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s456/hpham033/IMG_0806.jpg

Looks good man, hope those megan coils hold up well. Are you running any sort of camber kits? Whats the wheel specs with those tires? do u have any rubbing issues in the front?

[h.pham]

Looks good man, hope those megan coils hold up well. Are you running any sort of camber kits? Whats the wheel specs with those tires? do u have any rubbing issues in the front?

The megans are going great! Im running a rear camber kit and front plates but they arent adjusted at all. My wheels are 16x7 +40 and my rear fenders are rolled. No rubbing issues at all!

[Bradk20]

i just purchased some enkie rpf1's 16x7 +43. im wondering what tire sizes i can fit on there with out rubbing issues or having to roll fenders. im on ebach sportlines like 1.5 drop f/r.
from what im seeing at tire rack and discount tire theres not much available in 215 width 40-50 sidwall. being that i have 205's on my stock rims id like to go up at least one width size if possible.

[04SiSpeed]

The megans are going great! Im running a rear camber kit and front plates but they arent adjusted at all. My wheels are 16x7 +40 and my rear fenders are rolled. No rubbing issues at all!


Yeah i wouldnt mind having to roll my rear fenders but i wanna keep away from rolling the front, i like having my splash guard in the well, esp. since my intake is right there,

[mitchlikesbikes]

Yeah i wouldnt mind having to roll my rear fenders but i wanna keep away from rolling the front, i like having my splash guard in the well, esp. since my intake is right there,

i'm rocking 17X8 +38s with no rolling up front. just took out the two upper splash guard clips because they were rubbing

[Bradk20]

id assume that since there seem to be ppl running 17x7.5's with 225's dropped about the same as me 1.5" that i should have no prob running 225's on 16x7's with no rubbing issues? i have my wheels really need to order tires tom and would like to get it right the first time. if someone knows for sure plz chim in :)

[mitchlikesbikes]

id assume that since there seem to be ppl running 17x7.5's with 225's dropped about the same as me 1.5" that i should have no prob running 225's on 16x7's with no rubbing issues? i have my wheels really need to order tires tom and would like to get it right the first time. if someone knows for sure plz chim in :)

you'll be fine as long as the offset isn't retarded (+30 or lower)

[Bradk20]

+43, forgot to mention that

[mitchlikesbikes]

+43, forgot to mention that

you will be fine

[b_ron]

Finally dropped my car! Megan coilovers on 205/50/16's.

http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s456/hpham033/IMG_0806.jpg

Did you get them locally somewhere?

And I'm diggin the RG2's

[h.pham]

Did you get them locally somewhere?

And I'm diggin the RG2's

Are you asking about the coilovers or the wheels?

[mitchlikesbikes]

wait are those real Advans?

[h.pham]

wait are those real Advans?

no way lol

[b_ron]

Haha.

I was talkin about the coils.

[tht1guy]

Did you get them locally somewhere?

And I'm diggin the RG2's

where did you get the wheels?

[h.pham]

Haha.

I was talkin about the coils.

Yeah, I bought the coils off showstoppersusa and went to pick them up out in glendale.


where did you get the wheels?

I bought the wheels off of a friend of mine, who bought them off racinglab.

[b_ron]

Yeah, I bought the coils off showstoppersusa and went to pick them up out in glendale.



Bleh, too far from me.

For me, RG2's (or replicas) only look good in gold.

[h.pham]

Bleh, too far from me.

For me, RG2's (or replicas) only look good in gold.

agreed! although i haven't seen them in white.

[b_ron]

Jesus... Siborg's is so sick

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn116/siborg-ep/5f44eade.jpg

[Bradk20]

thnx for the help :)

enkie rpf1 16x7 +43
yokohama s-drive 215/40/16
no rub

[tlikethedrink]

currently running :
16x7 +40
205/55/16
lowered on RSX-S Eibach Sportlines = 2-2.5 drop

looking to run 16x7.5 + 40 on same tire size... will they fit?

[bootymeatson]

hey guys! currently i have my oem ep3 wheels on with 195/60/15 tires and i have 2.5-3" drop. i have 205/50/16 tires waiting for wheels. i want to get some xxr wheels, im lookin at 16x7 +15 and 16x7 +25... currently with the oem wheels, my tires are tucked maybe a half inch. there doesnt appear to be enough room for the lower offsets im lookin (+15 +25)...anyone have the same set up or know if they would fit? im trying to avoid rolling cuz i live in WI and we got nasty winters n lots of salt..im just thrown off cuz some of the people on here are talkin about havin 17x9 with low offsets and all this crazy stuff and i dont get how they fit. thanks

[sir_2002]

New wheels Gramlights 57g 17x7.5 +35
http://imageshack.us/a/img707/1776/20121103130854.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img838/3332/20121103132323.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img221/196/img20121103133042.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img825/3489/img20121103133221.jpg

[.colin]

^^ sick!


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