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Old Sep 21, 2005 | 12:01 AM
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15x8??

would a 15x8 wheel fit into the rear of a gsl-se without rubbing and not using any wide body kits or fender flares? if so what will the offset be? thx
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Old Sep 21, 2005 | 12:16 AM
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they will fit. you might just need to roll your inner fender lip.
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Old Sep 21, 2005 | 12:53 AM
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i was wondering the same thing for a long time and haven't found the answer yet.
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Old Sep 21, 2005 | 01:05 AM
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They would fit. Prolly a 40 offset would work. I have 7 1/2's and there is still alot of room.
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Old Sep 21, 2005 | 01:50 AM
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Wish my rear enkies were 15x8 . They are 15x7 with +7 offset. And the tires are 215/50R15
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Old Sep 21, 2005 | 02:35 PM
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I think a stock 40mm offset would work. I have 225/50/16 on 7" wide rims with a 42mm offsest and I have room for I believe a 245 so I'd say the 8" wouldn't be an issue.
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Old Sep 24, 2005 | 11:28 AM
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does anyone have pix of this on thir cars?? and what might be the offset?
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