18x7.5 front for an FD?
12-19-05, 03:31 PM
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18x7.5 front for an FD?
So I found a nice set of wheels but the fronts are a 18x7.5 and rear is 18x9 with an offset of +43 all around.
So my question is: Can I compensate for the smaller width with more tire for the front wheels? How would that affect my handling and would the wheel look funny? Thanks for the help guys
Justin
So my question is: Can I compensate for the smaller width with more tire for the front wheels? How would that affect my handling and would the wheel look funny? Thanks for the help guys
Justin
12-19-05, 05:20 PM
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I had no issues on my BMW, I had 17x7.5's on the front with 235-45's and 17x8.5 in the rear with 255-40's.
I autocrossed with it for 3 years and never had an issue with traction/bubbling or anything.
I autocrossed with it for 3 years and never had an issue with traction/bubbling or anything.
12-19-05, 05:26 PM
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Seriously do not do it. It will reduce handling and will look dumb. An 8-inch wide wheel already looks skinny at 18" diameter anyway....
Also, in an 18" wheel, the widest tire you should run on a 7.5" width is a 225/40.
Also, in an 18" wheel, the widest tire you should run on a 7.5" width is a 225/40.
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I'm thinking about running a 225 front on the 18x7.5 and nothing wider. The rear I'm thinking nothing wider then 245 but most likely a 235. Does that sound OK?
why?
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12-19-05, 08:21 PM
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yes it will, if you just want to pimp around town I guess you can do it....but it seems like you are worried about looks and a 7.5 will look funny.
It's your money, will it make a difference, yes. Competitive autocrossing, YES. Spirited driving, yes. Daily driving? No.
It's your money, will it make a difference, yes. Competitive autocrossing, YES. Spirited driving, yes. Daily driving? No.
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