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Just bought ROTA RB wheels, now what size tires????

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Old Aug 24, 2008 | 01:31 AM
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Just bought ROTA RB wheels, now what size tires????

I bought those sweet ROTA RB wheels but now I'm not sure of what size tires to get. I bought 15x7 for the front and 15x8 for the back. I'm pretty sure the fronts will fit with no problems but I think the rear are gonna rub on some bumps. I was thinking maybe of getting tires that cut in for the back instead of the tires just coming straight off the rim. You guys know, that popular Japanese style thing! lol But what do ya think as for tires height, 50? I don't know, whatcha think?!?!?! Anybody out there with these rims with pics?!?!?! I can't wait to mount them! Also, am I gonna need longer studs? I have the extra long ones for the SA's but I think they might be too long. THANKS GUYS!
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Old Aug 24, 2008 | 01:40 AM
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ive been trying to find a nice set of tires like those to match the rotas. or another oldschool styled wheel before i invest in wheel


so i to and looking for answers :]
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Old Aug 24, 2008 | 01:50 AM
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I think I'll still need to roll the rear fenders, but I like that wheels tucked in look! Worst case scenario, I'll buy a set of flares.
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Old Aug 24, 2008 | 02:09 AM
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205-50-15

215 in the rear is ok, 215 in the front rubs when you get to max steering. 225 rubs in the rear when bottoming out or near it. Roll the fenders to get rid of this.
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Old Aug 24, 2008 | 02:14 AM
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225/45/15 Hankook RS-2
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Old Aug 24, 2008 | 10:52 AM
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Drop some 195/55r15s on the front, and 205/50r15s on the rear. This will give you the same height on the front ant rear, but the rears will be a little wider.
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Old Aug 24, 2008 | 12:47 PM
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will 215's fit in the rear without rubbing? Thanks for all the help guys.
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