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Old 11-11-05, 12:46 AM
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18x9 in front?

Isn't a 18x 9 w/+41 offset wheel a little tooo big for an up front wheel? Woudln't that cause some massive steering issues and clearance issues if lowered?
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It might cause issues if lowered, comes down to the tire size you choose. I have known FD guys to run that size tho.

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im running 18X10 up front and my car is lowered and steers like a dream. but the offset on mine is like +58 or something like that.
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I Have 18x9 +38 Offset 255/35/18
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The offsets came directly from Volk Racing's recommendation. However, you will definitely need coilovers to run those wheels.
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no rubbing
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coilovers aint a problem, I've got HT strust coming.
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try the stickies and Jimlabs fitment datasheet.
https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.php?t=416251/

or my thread here:
https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showth...t=volk+winning
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I'm running an 18x9, +42, w/ 255/35/18, and the car is lowered to 25" at the fender lip. it'll rub the liner a little when you crank the wheel all the way to lock, but virtually all aftermarket wheel/lowered FD combos do to some extent.
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7racer holy **** youjust convinced me to do what will most likely be either one of the best choices i've made thus far or dumbest. They look amazing on the car, no issues that i can see or anything. I've always wanted mesh style rims!!!
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