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I need more traction. Will these rims fit my fc without excessive rubbing?

Old Feb 20, 2006 | 02:15 AM
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I need more traction: will these rims fit my fc without excessive rubbing

17x8 +35 with 235/40 tires
17x10 +35 with 285/?? tires

I have JIC coilovers with an inch or so less than stock ride height.

I need more traction than the 17x9 245 tires I have offer.

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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 02:30 AM
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no ideas on rear, but front 17x8 +35 you should have no major issues
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 05:50 AM
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NO FREAKING WAY can you fit 285's on the back, im pretty sure 255's are the pushing limit and even then ive heard of some ppl not likeing it or having clearence issues. I personally would go with 245's on the back and 235's up front. Im sure you can make any tire WORK if you used spacers and had the right offset rims, but, i hope you dont care how it looks/ have a REALLY wide body kit
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 10:37 AM
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How much power are you making?

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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 12:19 PM
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400+ hp at the wheels. Any way a 275 tire would work?
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 12:33 PM
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I had 265's on a 9.5in rim with +40 offset and I had no rubbing at all. You might be able to get away with the 10's if you change the offset.
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 12:53 PM
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Using drag radials or street tires?
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Old Feb 20, 2006 | 02:19 PM
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i would recommend to get different tires and chage the spring rate on your coilovers to meet your needs before i change rims
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