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AKAahlecks
11-07-2012, 06:41 PM
New wheels Gramlights 57g 17x7.5 +35


Are your fenders rolled?

mitchlikesbikes
11-08-2012, 11:30 PM
tire specs? those look durrrrty

sir_2002
11-09-2012, 10:30 PM
Are your fenders rolled?
Yes they are rolled in the back

tire specs? those look durrrrty
These are dunlop direzza dz101 225/45/17, but i'm goin to ditch them and put my other tire
This will be my track setup with the advan a048 215-45-17

http://imageshack.us/a/img502/9656/imag1290c.jpg

rps.13
11-11-2012, 04:01 AM
http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/IMG_20120811_170415.jpg?t=1344673793

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/IMG_20120811_171440.jpg?t=1344674201

Test fitted these about 3mths ago. I'm still in the process of taking them apart and refurbishing them. Slowly but surely, i`ll get there.

Weds mesh

16x8 + 8, 205/55/16
16x9 + 16, 215/55/16

ep_chino
11-11-2012, 07:46 AM
what rims are these ?

ep_chino
11-11-2012, 07:46 AM
what rims are these ?
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

.colin
11-11-2012, 08:35 AM
what rims are these ?

Weds TC05


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.colin
11-17-2012, 11:44 AM
wanted to see how my wife's rims looked on my car - enkei j10 16 x 7 et38 with a 205/55/16 tire. Drop is 1.4" or so.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8202/8193958840_2100c957b6_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8338/8192874229_f6c53ecdfe_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8201/8192875171_4d978c4e9a_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8488/8192873007_10ec43688f_c.jpg

monjarassi
12-15-2012, 01:20 PM
upgraded my front to tires from 235/40/17 to 245/40/17!!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8483/8274796873_1eb0429b95_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8346/8275860902_7d19056e7d_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8079/8275860448_b31f686883_c.jpg

RxPhi
12-17-2012, 04:55 PM
When I had my te37s 17x7.5 215/45/17 miss these wheels ;(
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i139/s15silvia/IMG_20121217_022042.jpg
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i139/s15silvia/6911792826_78477525c5.jpg
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i139/s15silvia/6911792352_1482c49391.jpg

larryo108
12-17-2012, 05:38 PM
How do you guys run all these big wheels and tires without rubbing? Looking at some of these pictures the wheel and tire are flush with the fender with minimal camber as far as I can tell. How do you do that?

I just put on BC Racing coilovers and I am far from slammed. Lowered MAYBE an inch all around. I added 16x7 +40 Rota Slipstreams with 225/50 tires an my driver side rear is rubbing like hell.

black05ep
12-17-2012, 05:51 PM
Your tire is too tall for the width.and theyre are mostly running stiff springs amd rolling the fenders. Im lowered 2 inches on standard spring rates with 225-45-17 tires with 2.5* of camber in back and 1.5* up front.i only rub o. Hard bumps and my fenders are not rolled.

larryo108
12-17-2012, 09:07 PM
Well I am running BC Racing coilovers. I have not put them to full stiff, but I may try that in the morning. I would have thought the coilovers would have been plenty stiff.

I am going to try to find a better shop to do an alignment for me tomorrow. The shop today couldn't zero out the toe without setting the camber very low. I asked for -1.5 front and -1.0 rear.

Also, I wanted to keep some sidewall height and did lots of research, reading and asking. The concensus was that the 225/50 would work. Not trying to argue because I am sure you know more than I, just trying to provide more detail.

Hasbro
12-17-2012, 11:06 PM
Well I am running BC Racing coilovers. I have not put them to full stiff, but I may try that in the morning. I would have thought the coilovers would have been plenty stiff.

I am going to try to find a better shop to do an alignment for me tomorrow. The shop today couldn't zero out the toe without setting the camber very low. I asked for -1.5 front and -1.0 rear.

Also, I wanted to keep some sidewall height and did lots of research, reading and asking. The concensus was that the 225/50 would work. Not trying to argue because I am sure you know more than I, just trying to provide more detail.

Hmmm, they should fit ok. Something is amiss.

black05ep
12-18-2012, 04:34 AM
You probly need to roll your fenders. My toe is zero witb 1.5- up front camber

larryo108
12-18-2012, 06:54 AM
The previous owner looks like he rolled the fenders, but they could certainly use additional rolling.

My actual camber numbers is LF = 0.0*, RF = -0.6*, LR = -0.6*, RR = -1.1*. My toe numbers are LF = .05*, RF = .08*, LR = .1*, RR = .06*.

I think a little more camber could help me a ton, as it is the right rear that is mostly rubbing. I just don't know how you guys get zero toe with all of the negative camber. The shop today seemed to make it think, you couldn't have both. When you all say you have zero toe are you refering to the total toe? Or is each wheel actally 0*?

Finally, sorry to hijack the thread, but I appreciate the help so far.

black05ep
12-18-2012, 07:35 AM
New tie rod ends or inverted tierods help. My friend has 215.50.16s with wheel spacers ans almost no- camber abojt a pinky gap. Im sure shes going to rub even on full stiff. The car is just getting work done right now. You will probably need a 45 tire or add some more camber to the rear.

larryo108
12-18-2012, 07:53 AM
New tie rod ends or inverted tierods help. My friend has 215.50.16s with wheel spacers ans almost no- camber abojt a pinky gap. Im sure shes going to rub even on full stiff. The car is just getting work done right now. You will probably need a 45 tire or add some more camber to the rear.

The tie rod ends where in good shape on Sunday night when we installed the BC's. I have the Club RSX steering bracket relocator because I don't trust the inverted tie rods. Thanks for the input. Much appreciated.

black05ep
12-18-2012, 09:02 AM
Then you should be good. You might have to thread your tie rods back inner and outer to have enough theads to 0 it out

larryo108
12-18-2012, 09:07 AM
What do you mean to thread my inner and outer tierods?

black05ep
12-18-2012, 09:16 AM
If your already almost out of threads. You should be able tothread the inner and outter tierods so you can get more adjustment. Hopefully someone else can chime in and confirm this, and maybe explain better. I have new tierods my bracket is not installed and im dropped 2 inches and had no problem getn the toe to zero out.

larryo108
12-18-2012, 09:31 AM
Oh. I think you mean adding additional threads to the tie rod in order to have more adjustability? I have seen different length aftermarket tie rods that provide this ability. I may have to go with that, but was trying not to spend additional money. In looking last night it appeared that the tie rod ends were tightened down all the way on the tie rods. So I do not have any further adjustment in that regard. I think I am going to put my fat 5's with 195/60 tires back on the car for my big upcoming trip and worry about these new wheels and tires when I get back and have the time. Thanks again for all of the input.

black05ep
12-18-2012, 12:07 PM
There is an inner tie rod to. That can be adjusted. I believe yours was adjusted too far at one point and so it makes it hard to 0 in. If your not as low as me then thats got to be the only solution i can think of. Hopefully someone else will chime in on this.

larryo108
12-18-2012, 12:33 PM
Yes. More input would be phenomenal. I have the tie rods threaded all the way into the steering bracket, I don't know what else is threaded in there.

RollingBango
01-14-2013, 03:07 PM
Just got some wheels for the Hatch. Rota Grids-V 16x8 20+

I want to know what size tires I sould be looking at. Aiming for the Hellaflush look. Are 235/40 to big for the Hatch? 225/45??

Please let me know.

Going to roll and pull fenders. Camber kit ready to be set. On Tein Basic Coilovers.

Thanks ya

mitchlikesbikes
01-14-2013, 11:37 PM
if you want to be hellafucked you'll probably be looking at about a 215/45ish

if you want to be flush but functional do 225/45s or 235/40s. you can pretty much fit anything with a good roll and pull, regardless of a ton of camber..

dirtyMETHOD
01-16-2013, 01:11 PM
Just got some wheels for the Hatch. Rota Grids-V 16x8 20+

I want to know what size tires I sould be looking at. Aiming for the Hellaflush look. Are 235/40 to big for the Hatch? 225/45??

Please let me know.

Going to roll and pull fenders. Camber kit ready to be set. On Tein Basic Coilovers.

Thanks ya

With the +20 offset on the 8" width even the 215/45 will rub especially in the front with the fender liner in place.

I ran 215s on a +25 offset and they rubbed A LOT. (HFP suspension and alignment specs)

205/45 or even 50 series due to the 16" wheels, rolled/pulled fenders and decent camber will get you closer to your goals with a stretched look.

Personally I'd go with 205/50 (since stretching on 16x8 +20 wheels and will save your wheels lips and help fill in wheel gap) and def will need more camber due to lower offset and rubbing on big bumps/ fully loaded car.

If you had the 16x8 in a +30 or +35 then you would really be making an upgrade and put on some functional beefy 235 or 245/40's.

Post up some pics when you make your decisions and adjustments.

Good luck!

JJay.
02-07-2013, 10:44 PM
Have my ep3 on stock 02 wheels. Car is low enough where there is barely any gap between tire and fender.
I am planning on buying from Rota Circuit 8's 16x7 with 205/45's. Will I be needing a roll/camber on both rear and front?

Pic of current set up:
http://i45.tinypic.com/lw5e1.jpg

Hasbro
02-08-2013, 11:17 PM
Any inner rubbing on 245/45/16 tires, 16x8.5 35 offset wheels? 9.8 tire width, 9.4 tread, 24.4 diameter. About a 1-1.25" drop. Fenders will be cut for flares.

Hasbro
02-10-2013, 04:50 PM
Any inner rubbing on 245/45/16 tires, 16x8.5 35 offset wheels? 9.8 tire width, 9.4 tread, 24.4 diameter. About a 1-1.25" drop. Fenders will be cut for flares.

Anybody have some feedback?

mitchlikesbikes
02-10-2013, 05:49 PM
like i said. i'm on 235/45/17s on 17x8 +38 with the rears rolled and no more than 2* of camber front and rear. so you'll be fine with about the same specs AND being cut for flares..

thekidep3
03-04-2013, 06:45 PM
would 205/45 or a 205/50 fit on 16x6.5 offset 55 lowered on progress springs?

Dr. Awesome
04-26-2013, 08:42 AM
Hey guys, I tried searching the forums and can't find anything about 18" wheels. I'm pretty new to all this, are 18" just that bad? I think they fill the wheel well better.

I'm running 225/40/18 on some rims I got for cheap, I think the offset is 40. I know they make the car slower, but its basically stock already so just for looks. I want to lower it ~1.5 inches.

I guess my question is: Are there any practical 18" tire setups? I use this as a daily.

Sorry for the noobishness.

BeaterEP
05-06-2013, 09:19 AM
More noob questions :)
Picked up a set of wheels 15x7 +15, was planning on running my S drives (205/55/15) on an HFP setup.
The Discount Tire I always use sounded a bit skeptical when I called to ask them about the work so now I'm second-guessing myself.
I kinda wasn't worried before just because I'm on 15's and only going 7" wide.
Any input?

tinman5
05-08-2013, 12:47 PM
Just thought I would add these to the compendium. First set of 16's
Specs as follows:16x8 +25 mounted with Dunlop Direzza's in a 205/50
Lowered on Tein SS somewhere in the 2.5" range, maybe more. Front is aligned to spec with just a hair of camber, rear has a bit of toe and rear camber is 2.5* ish.
All liners intact and no rolling although it would really help rear fitment. No rubbing at this height with about 1.5" fender gap.

http://i193.photobucket.com/albums/z141/gumby74/B4DEB93B-240E-482C-BB98-81696567BDEA-35486-00000AA92DF7AF7E.jpg

http://i193.photobucket.com/albums/z141/gumby74/55421546-4E74-48B1-B3E1-BE827B942439-35486-00000AA8C857206D.jpg

tinman5
05-08-2013, 12:54 PM
Set of 16's number 2.
Specs as follows: 16x7 +42 mounted with Dunlop Direzzas in a 225/50 flavor. Raised the car all around 2 threads from previous photos.

http://i193.photobucket.com/albums/z141/gumby74/9EA9FE61-7F1E-4B45-ADE6-33634AA8C9B7-35486-00000AA8F1FE4D40.jpg
Not too many pics of this set up as I assume it to be pretty common. Front fender liners dont like these tires at previous settings but that quarter inch lift cleared that up. Straightened out the rear to just under 2* camber.
Next up will be the 17's...

jerrymouas
05-09-2013, 06:49 PM
anyone on here running federal ss-595 in size 225 45 17 on a 17x7 +42? I hear they run little wide, will it work or should i drop down a size and go with 215?

tinman5
05-10-2013, 01:57 AM
anyone on here running federal ss-595 in size 225 45 17 on a 17x7 +42? I hear they run little wide, will it work or should i drop down a size and go with 215?

Currently running a Nexen in that size on a +40 offset 7" wheel. At my current height I get the random light rub up front usually at full lock parking lot styles.
The rear however required more negative camber and I still get the occasional rub on bigger bumps and what not. Keep in mind there is no rolling of the rear wells as this would definitely clear that up and a very slight pull will eliminate the current need fir excess camber.
Tires really fill up the wells. At times actually looks kinda big and I have noticed a bit of a clunk at times on take off. Dont think the gear box likes this size. When these tires wear down there will be a set of Direzzas in a 215/45 going on, maybe Hankook V12's.
Will be loading up a couple pics here as soon as I'm done fighting with the damn GTI. "Superior German engineering" my ass...

88crx
06-02-2013, 01:24 PM
18x9+26 Work Meister on 215/40/18 tires that i borowed for a test fit.

Fronts just clear the fender but they rub on the fender tabs, could probably pull the plastic tabs out, tuck the liner up and bend the fender tabs back a little and no probems. This is with the buddy club camber plates maxed out at -2.5. Would probably fit better with 215/35/18's.

Rears clear no problem with a flat roll and -3 camber. I haven't touched my rear bumper tab but it feels kinda close so might have to trim it slightly.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/88crx/meister_06_zps355b625d.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/88crx/meister_05_zps80bbf3ff.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/88crx/meister_01_zps26871d58.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a262/88crx/meister_03_zpsdaa807b6.jpg

monjarassi
06-02-2013, 02:58 PM
18x9+26 Work Meister on 215/40/18 tires that i borowed for a test fit.

Fronts just clear the fender but they rub on the fender tabs, could probably pull the plastic tabs out, tuck the liner up and bend the fender tabs back a little and no probems. This is with the buddy club camber plates maxed out at -2.5. Would probably fit better with 215/35/18's.

Rears clear no problem with a flat roll and -3 camber. I haven't touched my rear bumper tab but it feels kinda close so might have to trim it slightly.

http:3.photobucket.com/albums/a262/88crx/meister_06_zps355b625d.jpg

http://i1otobucket.com/albums/a262/88crx/meister_05_zps80bbf3ff.jpg

http://i13.phucket.com/albums/a262/88crx/meister_01_zps26871d58.jpg

http://i13.photobet.com/albums/a262/88crx/meister_03_zpsdaa807b6.jpg

dang that there is boss!!!!

Ep3-PR
08-07-2013, 01:49 AM
Can i run 225 45 17 on 17x8 rim with a good daily aligment spec?

lemonhead228
08-07-2013, 10:30 PM
Can i run 225 45 17 on 17x8 rim with a good daily aligment spec?

How low are you planning on dropping the car? I would stick with anything above +35 offset

Hasbro
08-07-2013, 10:48 PM
Yeah, +35. 45 might need a 5mm spacer due to inner wheel rim rubbing lca on turns..

b_ron
08-08-2013, 05:06 PM
thought mitchlikesbikes would chime in by now since we have the same wheels.

no rubbing on 225/45 on 17x8 +38, i had slight fender rubbing with 235/45. no lca rubbing though. this is with factory alignment settings

dirtyMETHOD
08-08-2013, 06:18 PM
I'm on 245/40 mounted on 17x8+38 with HFP suspension and no rubbing at all.



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usedep3
08-08-2013, 08:18 PM
I'm on 245/40 mounted on 17x8+38 with HFP suspension and no rubbing at all.

That sounds sexy. pics?

dirtyMETHOD
08-08-2013, 08:57 PM
Here are a few:

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b_ron
08-09-2013, 08:03 PM
Here are a few:

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evo 9 wheels?

dirtyMETHOD
08-09-2013, 08:39 PM
Yes sir

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lemonhead228
08-10-2013, 12:10 AM
What size tires you running?

dirtyMETHOD
08-10-2013, 06:49 AM
245/40 summer tires 300AA thread compound on HFP suspension for now

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Brannen Batulan
09-12-2013, 10:28 AM
17x8 +35 on 235/40/17 rpf1 good fit?

303EP
09-12-2013, 11:33 AM
17x8 +35 on 235/40/17 rpf1 good fit?

Sounds like a perfect fit imo... I have those same tires on 17x7.5 +35 but I wish they were 8's

Eddie Murphy
12-10-2013, 03:52 PM
Current set up:
Wheel size: 17x7 +40 offset (Konig Forward)
Tire size: 215/45/17 (Kuhmo Ecsta 4X)
Drop: .75" front .75" rear (A-Spec suspension)
Fenders rolled: No
Rubbing: No

........ There is still a good amount of wheel well in the rear and a fair amount in the front.

......... I want to fill the space in the wheel well without dropping the car any lower.

.......... What is the largest size tire I can put on my rims to fill up the wheel well gap?

......... I was thinking 225/50/17..... Will they fit without rubbing or rolling fenders?

dirtyMETHOD
12-10-2013, 05:52 PM
On your specs they should fit no problem

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zdiddy22
01-05-2014, 08:05 AM
Just wondering if you think a set of 255/60/15 will fit on a set of 15x8 with +40 offset. need tires for the dyno lol.

Eddie Murphy
01-13-2014, 07:04 PM
Can I fit 225/45/17 ?

Current set up:
Wheel size: 17x7 +40 offset (Konig Forward)
Tire size: 215/45/17 (Kuhmo Ecsta 4X)
Drop: .75" front .75" rear (A-Spec suspension)
Fenders rolled: No
Rubbing: No

27rocks
01-13-2014, 09:59 PM
Can I fit 225/45/17 ?

Current set up:
Wheel size: 17x7 +40 offset (Konig Forward)
Tire size: 215/45/17 (Kuhmo Ecsta 4X)
Drop: .75" front .75" rear (A-Spec suspension)
Fenders rolled: No
Rubbing: No

Might be able to pull it off, but a roll in the rear will guarantee no issues.

Eddie Murphy
01-23-2014, 08:52 AM
Thanks 27rocks (http://www.ephatch.com/forum/member.php?5576-27rocks) ...... I know there has to be someone here with that set up that could chime in...thanks...

usedep3
01-23-2014, 09:24 AM
17x7.5 +30, will it work? I plan on running 225/45/17

Rear is partially rolled. I don't mind fully rolling the rears if necessary but I'd rather not have to run crazy amounts of camber. I'd like to stay close to oem alignment specs if possible.

I've searched and it seems like +30 is borderline hellaflush territory..

Thanks!

usedep3
01-30-2014, 12:36 AM
17x7.5 +30, will it work? I plan on running 225/45/17

Rear is partially rolled. I don't mind fully rolling the rears if necessary but I'd rather not have to run crazy amounts of camber. I'd like to stay close to oem alignment specs if possible.

I've searched and it seems like +30 is borderline hellaflush territory..

Thanks!

Bump guys! Please help

Hasbro
01-30-2014, 01:58 AM
Yes, you can make it work without too much fuss. There must be someone on here that has those numbers, maybe they will speak up. I worry more about the inside fit than the outside - you can convince the outside to fit and you'll be fine on the inside.

I had 225/50/16s, same diameters as your 45s, on stock 16x6.5, +45, on stock lca width track, they fit fine. 16x8.5, +37, needed some more room on the outside, fine inside.

Rear 225/50/16s, stock rims, needed a 5mm spacer, a little rubbing on the outside. 16x8.5", +37, a good bit of pulling, doable at home with a bat and some patience.

303EP
01-30-2014, 07:47 AM
Bump guys! Please help

I have 17x7.5 +35 w/ 235/40r17 tires. Rear fenders are rolled flat and my rear camber is around -1.5*. Fronts fit fine.

http://i718.photobucket.com/albums/ww182/Acuratype-s/Photography/DSC_0270_zps8799a2f6.jpg

Here's when I had 225/45r17 on the same size wheels. Camber was a little to much in the rear for my tastes. Around -2.2* if I remember correctly...

http://i718.photobucket.com/albums/ww182/Acuratype-s/Photos/epthree.jpg

usedep3
01-30-2014, 08:11 AM
Thank you so much guys. Your posts really help.

I was only able to find one other person on EPhatch (link1 (http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?67208), link2 (http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?66470)) with 17x7.5 +30's. I really wanted wanted someone else with the same setup to chime in so that I could figure out how much camber I would need. I really want to be close to oem alignment specs and stay away from the hellaflush look if possible.

303EP, this is probably a noob question but why did you need more camber with 225's than the 235's? is it the sidewall height that made that difference?

303EP
01-30-2014, 09:01 AM
Thank you so much guys. Your posts really help.

I was only able to find one other person on EPhatch (link1 (http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?67208), link2 (http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?66470)) with 17x7.5 +30's. I really wanted wanted someone else with the same setup to chime in so that I could figure out how much camber I would need. I really want to be close to oem alignment specs and stay away from the hellaflush look if possible.

303EP, this is probably a noob question but why did you need more camber with 225's than the 235's? is it the sidewall height that made that difference?

I didn't need the extra camber. I was just too lazy to fix it :D

PRODIUS
01-30-2014, 10:53 AM
Here's a great Wheel Offset calculator from a Canadian retailer: just punch in the stock wheel width and offset, and the new one to determine the new inner and outer clearance:
http://www.1010tires.com/Tools/Wheel-Offset-Calculator

USAF EP3
01-31-2014, 03:01 PM
I just now ordered the following:

Enkei Racing RPF1 17" x 8" +45

Kuhmo Ecsta XS KU36 245/45/17

I have full RSX Type S hubs/suspension/etc. and Type R aluminum LCA's. Hopefully I can clear with that offset. After doing some reading it should fit just fine. I might have to raise the front ride height a bit.

Should be here in a couple weeks, I'll post fitment pictures when I get them.

Ubeyo
01-31-2014, 10:29 PM
so would a 17x9 +30 fit?
planning on going with 245/40 in the front and 225/45 in the rear
-2/-2.5 camber in the front and -1.5/-2 in the rear
gonna roll and pull the front and gonna shave the rear flat (has bondo from a fender bender so cant roll)

let me get some feedback! thanks guys!

Hasbro
02-01-2014, 02:24 AM
I just now ordered the following:

Enkei Racing RPF1 17" x 8" +45

Kuhmo Ecsta XS KU36 245/45/17

I have full RSX Type S hubs/suspension/etc. and Type R aluminum LCA's. Hopefully I can clear with that offset. After doing some reading it should fit just fine. I might have to raise the front ride height a bit.

Should be here in a couple weeks, I'll post fitment pictures when I get them.

That is a fun tire. Can't wait to see how that set up fits. It should look really nice.


so would a 17x9 +30 fit?
planning on going with 245/40 in the front and 225/45 in the rear
-2/-2.5 camber in the front and -1.5/-2 in the rear
gonna roll and pull the front and gonna shave the rear flat (has bondo from a fender bender so cant roll)

let me get some feedback! thanks guys!

Very nice tire sizes but you don't need a 9" for the rear with that tire combo. A match for the front combo would be 8.5", even 8" would work. Lighter and slightly cheaper. Much easier to fit, too. Just an opinion.

Edit; the rear 17x9 wheel should fit fine on the inside but the outside will need to be pulled. I don't like the idea of a 225 on a 9" wheel but you know where I am on wheels and tires; form follows function. Even from a appearance view, the rear would be stretched and the front would not. Can you get an 8.5" wheel?

Wouldn't 245s in the rear look sweet...

Eddie Murphy
02-01-2014, 10:48 AM
Can I fit 225/45/17 ?

Current set up:
Wheel size: 17x7 +40 offset (Konig Forward)
Tire size: 215/45/17 (Kuhmo Ecsta 4X)
Drop: .75" front .75" rear (A-Spec suspension)
Fenders rolled: No
Rubbing: No

Bump for an answer from someone who has or has had this set up...thanks.

USAF EP3
02-01-2014, 10:57 AM
That is a fun tire. Can't wait to see how that set up fits. It should look really nice.



Very nice tire sizes but you don't need a 9" for the rear with that tire combo. A match for the front combo would be 8.5", even 8" would work. Lighter and slightly cheaper. Much easier to fit, too. Just an opinion.

Edit; the rear 17x9 wheel should fit fine on the inside but the outside will need to be pulled. I don't like the idea of a 225 on a 9" wheel but you know where I am on wheels and tires; form follows function. Even from a appearance view, the rear would be stretched and the front would not. Can you get an 8.5" wheel?

Wouldn't 245s in the rear look sweet...

Yea I'm hoping to pull off maximum -1.5 camber in the rear to clear them. I'm almost positive I'm going to have to roll my fenders, never done it before but I'm sure there's a YouTube video for that, lol.

I'm really excited, I have some track days coming up at Sebring in April and May and I won't be using these bad boys until then. With all the power I'm putting down (+300whp) I need some wide ass tires to help me keep planted.

Now the BIG question is, will my Type S brakes not fade after 1 lap? Lol.


Bump for an answer from someone who has or has had this set up...thanks.

The answer to your question in bold is YES, BUT it is not OPTIMAL. You won't get the full benefit of running the wider 225 on the 7" wide rim width. To utilize the extra rubber properly you would need a 7.5" rim width, because fitting that tire now all you will do is bulge the tire a teeny tiny bit and that extra 10mm of tire won't do you any good. a 215/45 is the widest you can go before getting a fat sidewall.

Ubeyo
02-01-2014, 12:13 PM
Very nice tire sizes but you don't need a 9" for the rear with that tire combo. A match for the front combo would be 8.5", even 8" would work. Lighter and slightly cheaper. Much easier to fit, too. Just an opinion.

Edit; the rear 17x9 wheel should fit fine on the inside but the outside will need to be pulled. I don't like the idea of a 225 on a 9" wheel but you know where I am on wheels and tires; form follows function. Even from a appearance view, the rear would be stretched and the front would not. Can you get an 8.5" wheel?

Wouldn't 245s in the rear look sweet...

the rims im looking at only come in 17x9 +30, +22 :/ thats why im going with that offset...
and the thing is on my current set up 17x8.25 +25 (poke out 79.775mm stick in 129.775mm) with a near 0 camber they poke out a good half inch or inch give or take on the front and the rim is flush in the rear on 205/40/17 tires so there stretched since im not rolled yet. but with the new set up 17x9 +30 (poke out 84.3 stick in 144.3) the difference between the 2 are a poke of 4.525mm and stick in 14.525 so im thinking maybe -1.5 camber on the rear and -2-3 on the front and they should work... i like the way the rears flush and would need the little stretch to make it work lol and idk how a stretched rear and beefy front would look but hey it could look stupid awesome xD

all i need to figure out is weather or not a wheel that sticks in the fender 144.3 mm will clear and not knock anything in the rear lol 130mm clears just fine but that a little more than half an inch and ill have to put camber into the picture....

if anyone knows hook it up! lol

so i just read on a uk type r forum that someone was running a 9.5 +35 rota grid with -3.5 camber on the rear and was just eating his trailing arm. he cleared it with an 8mm spacer in the rear. So with a inner clearance on his 9.5's of 155mm-8mm=147mm and with my 9' wheels being =144.3mm they should fit! right????

but now i have no idea how much camber affects clearance... ill prolly have to run -2 just to not loose that 2.7mm of clearance from the tailing arm his -3.5 has...

jdmartin92
02-01-2014, 01:16 PM
so i am going to be getting a new wheel set up come summer time and i was looking to get some insight and opinions on how it will look/fit.

right now i am lowered on coilovers about 1.5in, rolling 16x7in +42 wheels in 205/45/16 tires, so naturally no fitment problems. i am looking to get something a little wider with a bigger offset for summer. the size im going for is 16x8in +25 wheels, so the question i have is what size tire would be recommended? i am thinking 205-45-16, plan on slightly rolling the fenders if i do go with this set up.

just wanted to know if people had similar set -ups, what they were doing for tire size and if fitment was good. from pictures that i have seen it looks pretty good, just would like some opinions.

thank you
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Ubeyo
02-01-2014, 01:22 PM
well on my current set up which is 17x8.25 +25 on 205/40/17 wheels with near 0 camber they poke out a good inch- inch half in the front and sit flush to the fender in the rear with no clearence issues and unrolled. So your wheels are actually .2 mm smaller so with no modding needed on your rim and wheel set up you shouldnt rub at all. :D

siinsincity
02-03-2014, 12:37 PM
im going to be soon running 16x7 and i got 205/50/16 tires dose anyone know if i will rub? I am lowerd on tein stec's and I plan to go lower to like 2.5" or maybe 3 on the racelands. Any input will be apprecitated thanks!






im lowerd on skunk2 springs 2.5 on 205/50/16 no rub

jdmartin92
02-03-2014, 08:58 PM
sweet thanks man! im hoping it looks good :p lol

USAF EP3
02-19-2014, 11:56 AM
Here they are in all their glory. Ask me how the rear don't rub with this 'high' offset, go ahead, DO IT!:mbiggrin:
Gold Enkei RPF1's 17x8 +45 offset

Rubbers, Kumho Ecsta's XS KU36 245/45/17

http://imageshack.com/a/img41/2954/92h4.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img543/97/pajv.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img200/2135/gtr1.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img547/4828/6qkb.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img855/59/4alu.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img59/8016/pnxa.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img841/3065/1qc8.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img691/5329/zyhk.jpg

dirtyMETHOD
02-19-2014, 12:39 PM
Beefy!

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Hasbro
02-20-2014, 12:07 AM
...how do the rears not rub with the 'higher' offset? :msmile:

USAF EP3
02-20-2014, 01:48 AM
...how do the rears not rub with the 'higher' offset? :msmile:

Take a closer look at the pictures of my trailing arm and then go take a look at your EP3 trailing arms at that same place. If you can get it right within the next 8 hours of this post, I'll send $10 via PayPal!

Hasbro
02-20-2014, 05:10 AM
I couldn't see mine well so I'll say maybe a Type R lca and 10mm? difference. I'm going from a long ago memory so it's more of an uneducated guess.

USAF EP3
02-20-2014, 07:11 AM
Close but I'll tell you; I have RSX (Base and Type S are the same) rear trailing arms. You can see the difference in the following photos, the EP3 has a more circular tube while the RSX arm is more oval to allow more room for wider wheels.

This is the EP3 arm, pulled from an earlier post in this very same thread. 27rocks posted this, he had the same wheels except they were 9" wide with a +35 offset. Not sure what the backspace on this would be if it's the same as mine but he was running a LOT more negative camber than I currently am.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g248/k20ep3/IMG_1901.jpg




And here again is my photo for direct comparison of what I am talking about. This is with exactly -0.5 degrees of camber and keep in mind my tires are very tall and most people would almost never run a 45 profile tire this wide.
http://imageshack.com/a/img691/5329/zyhk.jpg

Breezy
04-14-2014, 02:50 PM
My ep3 is stock height... could I run 205/55/16 on 16x8 +0 offset xxr 002's with no issues? If you could help would be greatly appreciated.

Ubeyo
04-14-2014, 04:27 PM
Stock height? Yea it would work but you could rub on big dips or hard turns since your wheels will stick out about an inch or 2 from your fender... Also your car will look silly on 0 offset wheels on stock height and no camber.

Hasbro
04-14-2014, 11:48 PM
My ep3 is stock height... could I run 205/55/16 on 16x8 +0 offset xxr 002's with no issues? If you could help would be greatly appreciated.

Please don't.

usedep3
04-15-2014, 09:14 AM
New wheels came in. They're Hyper Black.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f195/usedep3/asdfasfAS2_zps264b25c8.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f195/usedep3/asdfasfAS1_zps7d02e7cc.jpg

Still waiting on valve stems. Broken tranny needs to be addressed first

Ubeyo
04-15-2014, 09:15 AM
Specs!? They sexy xD

Breezy
04-15-2014, 02:36 PM
Please don't.

Then what would you suggest for a tire size. I plan to lower later, but not in the budget right now and want the tires to look as flush as they can on stock height.

Hasbro
04-15-2014, 11:33 PM
Breezy, what do you want the wheels/tires for? Looks, performance - street, 1/4 mile, track, what kind of miles will you drive? Budget? etc. The size you asked about would be ok if the offset weren't so much as Ubeyo mentioned.

Breezy
04-16-2014, 12:11 PM
Breezy, what do you want the wheels/tires for? Looks, performance - street, 1/4 mile, track, what kind of miles will you drive? Budget? etc. The size you asked about would be ok if the offset weren't so much as Ubeyo mentioned.

Thanks for the response Hasbro. Tires are just for daily driver, looks... I drive around 10,000 miles a year. Yah, reading up on offset change... i can see that 205/55/16 would probably rub in the back with +0 offset (correct me if I'm wrong). Saw some other posts where others recommended 205/45/16 for ep3's that aren't to low. What are your thoughts. Thanks

Hasbro
04-16-2014, 03:28 PM
Your research shows that you are on the right track. Since you are looking for a general street set up you can keep looking at the several pic threads on here and on other forums (ClubEP3, Honda Tech) to match your tastes to, then buy accordingly. Hopefully others here will chime in.

Breezy
04-16-2014, 11:05 PM
I ended up going with 205/45/16... looks nice. Now I just need to camber and lower.

GooseGraves
04-30-2014, 04:18 PM
Lurker post -
About to pick up BBS 17x8 +38 evo 8 rims, want to run 225s. Anybody forsee problems?
Stock suspension still, though when that goes, I won't be trying to lower it much, just stiffen it up.

/Thanks in advance

dirtyMETHOD
04-30-2014, 04:26 PM
You'll be fine man.

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Ubeyo
05-01-2014, 07:55 AM
You'll be perfectly fine if its 225/40/17 on stock height. The rear would rub in the rear on mine when i had my 225/15/50's on the rear. Also you will need oem evo lug nuts to use them. Don't do evo wheels without then.

jonathanphan
05-06-2014, 01:13 AM
like the title says... if i put 215/45/17 tires on xxr 530 17x8.25 +25 will my tires rub? im at 1 finger tuck all around.

BeaterEP
05-17-2014, 07:27 PM
So I've searched thoroughly and haven't found what I need.

Currently on XXR 513s (they were free! LOL) 15x7 +15 wrapped in 205/55/15 Kumho Ecsta 4X's.
HFP suspension.
Current alignment is purely functional, 0 toe and minimal camber (think I'm around 1.5 front and .75 rear).

Kinda got tired of the poke, but like the old school look so ordered a set of Rota RBs in 16x7 +40.
I'd like to be flush, so thinking 225/50/16s should put the rubber just slightly outside the fenders.

Anyone got thoughts? I'd like to avoid rolling the rears if I can, but shit happens so if that's what it takes, so be it.
Pics? Ideas? Experience?

:mconfused:

monjarassi
05-17-2014, 08:22 PM
That spec shall be nice, but its gonna hella sunk, you'll be sorta flush doh on the 225s.

My first set of wheels I ever owned were 16x7+40 gt3s, I had them on 205/50/16s, no camber all around and was pretty dumped.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4129/5070085628_b7d68234e2_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/8J2vPs)_DSC0024 (https://flic.kr/p/8J2vPs) by martinmonjaras (https://www.flickr.com/people/17394751@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4064/4697232216_62c7228740_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/8a5xum)@ city hall (https://flic.kr/p/8a5xum) by martinmonjaras (https://www.flickr.com/people/17394751@N07/), on Flickr

BeaterEP
05-18-2014, 07:37 AM
Damn, that looks a lot more sunk than what I was measuring LOL
Hmmm....
Might be spacer time lulz, guess we'll see how they look mounted up.

Thanks man. :thumbu:

monjarassi
05-18-2014, 11:58 AM
you betcha, this how the look now with a 25mm spacer to clear the brembo.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5549/14033085513_674431125b_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/no4eqe)DSC06628 (https://flic.kr/p/no4eqe) by martinmonjaras (https://www.flickr.com/people/17394751@N07/), on Flickr

BeaterEP
05-18-2014, 01:34 PM
Haha yeah, saw that at the CRSX meet.
HRRNNNT!

Haha, so very nice man! :drool:

dirtyMETHOD
05-18-2014, 01:54 PM
Ummm. Nice and meaty.

Almost makes me crave a steak...

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BeaterEP
05-18-2014, 02:09 PM
My current semi-ridiculous setup (probably only silly because I don't stance; fully functional "spirited driving" alignment on her :mbiggrin:)
XXR 513s 15x7 +15 in 205/55/25 Kumho Ecsta 4X tires.

http://i.imgur.com/AGGkWTPl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/FjVWtvyl.jpg

As you can see, a bit pokey.

Got tired of that, so switching to Rota RBs (basically the same exact wheel haha)
in 16x7 +40 with Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3s in 225/50/16.
I'm hoping to lose the poke but still fill the fenders out pretty well, we'll see! :D

monjarassi
05-18-2014, 02:31 PM
That's a functional rock climber ep3

BeaterEP
05-18-2014, 03:29 PM
Lol yup!

BeaterEP
05-21-2014, 08:32 PM
OK.
Fail.
Rotas showed up and won't clear the Wilwood calipers (DPHA not a BBK) up front.
So, I'm going to have to run some spacers.

Anyone got recommendations on a brand?
I've never even looked into spacers before.
:mcry:

Key Tho
06-06-2014, 09:33 AM
Question : im planning to get wheel 17x8 5x114.3 45offset
Tire 225x8 45offset
Low on tein spring
Fender rolled.
Will this set rubbing ?


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Ubeyo
06-06-2014, 09:44 AM
You should be good. But if you want them to look nice and sit flush you could always get a 5mm up front and rear. Any bigger would need extended wheel studs. But 10mm spacers would make them look perfect

Key Tho
06-06-2014, 09:47 AM
@Ubeyo thanks if u use extended wheel studs i think it will rub the fender


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Ubeyo
06-06-2014, 09:48 AM
How low are you? Lol

Key Tho
06-06-2014, 09:48 AM
1 inch


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GooseGraves
06-24-2014, 11:31 AM
Sup guys, just adding to the noise...
Just picked up some 17x7.5 +45 Sparco Assettas & 215/45/17 G force comp 2s for the summer.
Should be even better by next week with the new Aspec suspension in.

/Giddy

04sidriver
02-09-2015, 07:25 AM
Current set up:
Wheel size: 17x8 +35 offset (CCW)
Tire size: 225/45/17 (Kuhmo Ecsta 4X)
Drop: 1" front 1" rear (Fortune Auto Coilovers)
Fenders rolled: No
Rubbing: Yes rubs in rear

cja3455
03-02-2015, 02:03 PM
how are those G-force comp-2 performing on the ep ? i'm planning on getting 4 of them installed this week ; also have a 215-45-R17 with stock suspension setup

jerberr_ep3
05-21-2015, 05:59 PM
http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i139/s15silvia/IMG_20121217_022042.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i139/s15silvia/6911792352_1482c49391.jpg


Here are a few:

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Here's a great Wheel Offset calculator from a Canadian retailer: just punch in the stock wheel width and offset, and the new one to determine the new inner and outer clearance:
http://www.1010tires.com/Tools/Wheel-Offset-Calculator

Heys guys Im hoping maybe someone can help me out... been searching through clubep3 and ephatch but I still feel like a lost pup... lol
I have an nhbp 02 ep3 on the RSX Type S A-spec Suspension...

Okay so my question.... will any of these 3 rim specs possibly fit without issue since I'm not sitting so low with the A-Spec?

17x9in with +20 offset
17x8.25 with +22mm offset
17x8 with +20

I saw other posts asking about 17x9 fitment... but i didn't come across anything about 17x9 +20 offset, and I don"t really understand offset...
I tried using the link previously posted but still unsure...
http://www.1010tires.com/Tools/Wheel-Offset-Calculator#

Help me get out of my winter stockies and into new rims :thumbu: lol

b_ron
05-21-2015, 07:02 PM
What wheels tires are you on right now?

tommy
10-05-2015, 06:56 AM
OK, so I'm looking at Enkei PF01s in 17 x 7.5 (Tirerack only lists them for EP3s in 17 x 7; I want the add'l half inch); there are two offsets - +38 and +45. Any thoughts on which would be better? My original choice was Buddy Club F91 Kurokis, which are +42, which is HFP spec, I believe. They're still a possibility, but the PF01s are about 1 1/2 lbs lighter each. Also, what size tires would work?

Thanks for any help.

tommy
12-01-2015, 01:20 PM
OK, since no one answered my question above :mcry:, I'll update with my current thought. Gonna go all out and get WedsSport TC105N in 17x8 with a +38 offset, and 225/45/17 tires. Judging by my review of this thread from start to end, that looks like a completely acceptable option with my small A Spec drop. Then maybe roll the fenders in the back for a little insurance, and I just like how that looks better too. Yeah or nay??

04sidriver
12-01-2015, 06:13 PM
I had rpf1's on my ep before. They were 17x7.5 +45. I switched to ccw's which are 17x8+35. I rolled my fenders in the rear a little for the new wheels. The rpf1's i had no issues with.

27rocks
12-01-2015, 09:11 PM
OK, since no one answered my question above :mcry:, I'll update with my current thought. Gonna go all out and get WedsSport TC105N in 17x8 with a +38 offset, and 225/45/17 tires. Judging by my review of this thread from start to end, that looks like a completely acceptable option with my small A Spec drop. Then maybe roll the fenders in the back for a little insurance, and I just like how that looks better too. Yeah or nay??

The 17x8 +38 with the 225 would be perfect. That's exactly the same size i have for my dd setup. I have about a finger gap though, so a rear fender roll is a must.

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tommy
12-02-2015, 06:33 AM
Thanks for the confirmation, Rob! :thumbu:
Getting my snows put on my OEM rims today, so it's gonna be a while, but nice to have a good plan going forward.

tommy
02-18-2016, 01:11 PM
Ordered the Weds on Friday when I was out in SoCal for work. And yes, I was dumb enough to go with the fluorescent yellow powdercoating by Evasive. Gonna be sweet! :-) They should be back here in Jersey early next week, but will wait til spring to slap them on. Now have to see about fender rolling. Will do pics when I can...

tommy
03-09-2016, 02:00 PM
Mmmm, look how pretty!!

7015

Love 'em. Also sent out the center caps to get powdered in black pearl; the titanium silver that they came as really doesn't work with the yellow. Now have to think about tires; thinking Michelin Pilot Super Sports; pretty cheap now on TR @ $138 each.

Will be on mid-April; already have the shop lined up to do the rear rolling. :cclap:

tommy
04-20-2016, 07:19 AM
Got the fenders rolled yesterday, and as previously stated by Rob, small roll in the rear did it. I'm very happy. Prime Motoring in north Joisey did it, and at $50 a side, was cheaper than expected. Great work. Thanks again for the help with fitment.

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Truteno
06-05-2016, 05:34 PM
Just picked up an 03 ep3 and looking to put new rims on it. Right now I'm riding on stock rims, tires, and stock height. What size rims and tires should I get for a daily driver? And what rims and tires won't cut down my turn radius or screw with my speedometer? Sorry I'm new to cars and modding

tommy
06-10-2016, 06:36 AM
Your question is too vague, honestly. What's your budget? What weight do you want for the rims? What do you want the rims to look like? 1 piece or 3? You going to drop it?

You can get any combo of rim diameter/tire that would not affect the car (within reason; 18s will give you issues with potholes, for example), so the questions above really need to be answered first. Go through this thread post by post and read about what everyone else has done, then you'll be able to narrow down your choices a lot from there.

As you can see immediately above, I'm on 17x8s and my car is my daily and hasn't had any issues yet with Jersey roads.

civic44
07-29-2016, 08:30 AM
So I just got my eBay track wheels. They are 15x8 ET25. In these photos, the tires are 205-50-15, but I will be running 225-45-15 in the front (this was a test fit with the rears on one side of the car). I have Dynamics non-adjustable coilovers, so around a 1-inch drop. I removed the fender liners and had the fenders rolled.

In street driving, there has been no rubbing. I will try them on track this Monday. The rear seems to be at about the limit of acceptable offset without sticking out. I think I have a bit more room in front, but I will have to see what happens with the 225.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/44civic/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_145925_zpswq2jlbi3.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/44civic/media/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_145925_zpswq2jlbi3.jpg.html)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/44civic/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_145930_zpsxwqcd0ev.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/44civic/media/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_145930_zpsxwqcd0ev.jpg.html)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/44civic/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_145938_zpsktz0n8wy.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/44civic/media/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_145938_zpsktz0n8wy.jpg.html)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/44civic/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_152953_zpsxmcmsjcy.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/44civic/media/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_152953_zpsxmcmsjcy.jpg.html)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/44civic/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_163601_zpsufcqkxc0.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/44civic/media/2002%20Civic%20SiR/20160728_163601_zpsufcqkxc0.jpg.html)

Hasbro
07-29-2016, 10:26 PM
Looks good! You shouldn't have any problems. What tires will you be using?

civic44
07-30-2016, 06:35 AM
Looks good! You shouldn't have any problems. What tires will you be using?

Thanks. I will be using my two remaining Bridgestone RE71R 205-50-15 in the rear and I just bought a pair of Hankook RS3's in 225-45-15 for the front. Eventually I will end up with 4 225's.

Hasbro
07-30-2016, 10:59 AM
That should help the steering feel and your final gear will be equivalent to 5.0.

Contrary to most I want to go down from a 16 to a 15" wheel. It would have to be a 5 bolt that will hold 10.75" brakes.

SiBoosting11
10-12-2016, 08:48 AM
http://www.automobile-catalog.com/tire/2003/1133225/honda_civic_si.html

Came across this, it might help some people

flogrown__45
01-17-2017, 05:16 PM
has anybody heard or AutoBay wheels? I know theyre replicas and not the real deal but I know theres some or maybe a lot that cant afford the real deal and don't mind rocking fake wheels. a set of 16x7 4x100 et35 for 500....I know its cheap just wanted to know if anyone has heard of em , they popped up on ebay when I searched rpf1...they even got other wheels too...


http://thumbs.ebaystatic.com/images/g/CigAAOSwGIRXaQOJ/s-l225.jpg
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JHatcheson89
01-19-2017, 12:55 AM
Not that I recommend them, because you always get what you pay for. But if you're wanting to go that route, discounttiredirect.com has replica wheels from this company called Drag Wheels and they're less than 500 bucks. The enkei rpf1 rep they make is called the DR-21 I believe. I've never owned a set but I know a guy that auto crossed the heck out of multiple different sets of wheels from that company and they held up fine apparently. Hope this helps some

NurseKYAC
01-20-2017, 09:54 AM
Hey guys I just ordered a set of xxrs 551s. I've been doing research and haven't really seen too many people running these but I was wondering if I was gonna have any scrubbing issues running 17/8.25 +36 offset. I'm on stock suspension right now and plan on dropping it maybe a inch and half in the future. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. :-)

dirtyMETHOD
03-05-2017, 08:06 AM
Hey guys I just ordered a set of xxrs 551s. I've been doing research and haven't really seen too many people running these but I was wondering if I was gonna have any scrubbing issues running 17/8.25 +36 offset. I'm on stock suspension right now and plan on dropping it maybe a inch and half in the future. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. :-)

as long as you keep the tire a 235 width or less you shouldn't have any rubbing issues. but the rear fenders should be rolled or they will definitely scrape on large bumps

NurseKYAC
03-08-2017, 02:14 PM
as long as you keep the tire a 235 width or less you shouldn't have any rubbing issues. but the rear fenders should be rolled or they will definitely scrape on large bumps

Thanks I got it set up running 225 45 only set of tires they had and I needed tires right then and now. Appreciate it.

brteddy
03-23-2017, 08:50 PM
Got the fenders rolled yesterday, and as previously stated by Rob, small roll in the rear did it. I'm very happy. Prime Motoring in north Joisey did it, and at $50 a side, was cheaper than expected. Great work. Thanks again for the help with fitment.

7034

Looks good. I like the contrast. What tires are you running?

02civic629
06-25-2017, 07:45 AM
Whats the offset on the factory 02 civic si 15" rims and how wide are they?

PRODIUS
06-26-2017, 08:22 AM
+40mm and 6.5 wide I believe, as they only came with 195/60/15's.

Palehorse704
01-25-2018, 07:05 PM
I have an 02 pretty low on race lands and just got 16x8 +25 wheels will have fenders rolled but don't want stretched tires I can't seem to find a general consensus on tire size anyone able to help with this?

05 ep3
12-16-2018, 05:05 AM
17x8 +40 Motegi MR131 / 215/45/17 Achilles ATR Sport2's

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Silverhatch5344
02-11-2019, 05:43 AM
Wanting to run a 16x8 xxr with 0 offset and am dropped on springs about 1 to 2 inches not sure on the exact measurements bought the car that way will the fenders need rolled and will I need camber for the rear.

lightup84
02-25-2019, 04:05 AM
Just placed an order on this 6-spoke, satin black American Racing (https://4wheelonline.com/American-Racing-Custom-TruckWheels.1180) AR890 wheels. Hope they'll look great on my 2003 Honda Civic EP3 Si.

https://4wheelonline.com/Images/American-Racing/AR890-Satin-img-1.jpg

waswax108
03-27-2019, 05:13 AM
Currently running 17x8 +35 Konig Hypergrams (16.7 ibs) all around with 245/40R17 Goodyear snows and will switch back to my Federal 595RS-RRs this spring. Alignment wise I have them at -3.5 with 1/8th total toe out up front and -1 with zero toe in the rear. The rears poke completely out like ~15mm with such little camber and so much meat but I'm on 16k springs and only 0.5inch drop in the rear so it only rubs on occasion :tehehyper: Fronts are a 14k spring BUT when they do compress enough to rub it's just on the fender liner.

02spoonep
05-31-2020, 07:30 PM
Anyone run 16x9 +29? Will they fit and what size tire? Thanks for any help in advance