22 offset rims on an FD?
05-13-07, 02:57 AM
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22 offset rims on an FD?
just got a used set of 18's that came with a 22 offset since they were on a 03/04 cobra ,the only prob is that they rub in the front(over bumps and turning) ,the front tires are 245/40/18 couldi just got with a lower profile to stop the rubbing? ,i would love to keep these rims but seliing them wouldn't be a prob,any thoughts thanks????
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05-13-07, 05:52 AM
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I don't think that offset can work in the front without wider fenders.
When I bought my car it had +25 offset in front and anytime I drove up a curb no matter how slow I tried to go it would hit the fenders and bend them out.
Sorry man but unless you are sporting some FEED fronts I don't think you can keep those wheels.
When I bought my car it had +25 offset in front and anytime I drove up a curb no matter how slow I tried to go it would hit the fenders and bend them out.
Sorry man but unless you are sporting some FEED fronts I don't think you can keep those wheels.
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RE Amemiya runs Enkei 18x9 and 18x10 RP-03s with +18 and +22 offset without any wide fenders in front or rear. However, they do cut and pull their fenders. Here's a picture.
edit: more pictures. You can compare their fender with mine (stock)
edit: more pictures. You can compare their fender with mine (stock)
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First you cut, then you pull? I don't know how else to explain the flare on the top of the wheel arch. Anyway, why do you have to take such a condescending tone.
And hey, if you've any better ideas on how they could've done that on their FD, I'm all ears. Because I intend fit RP-03s at 18x9 +18 and 18x10 +22.
And hey, if you've any better ideas on how they could've done that on their FD, I'm all ears. Because I intend fit RP-03s at 18x9 +18 and 18x10 +22.
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05-14-07, 10:25 AM
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First you cut, then you pull? I don't know how else to explain the flare on the top of the wheel arch. Anyway, why do you have to take such a condescending tone.
And hey, if you've any better ideas on how they could've done that on their FD, I'm all ears. Because I intend fit RP-03s at 18x9 +18 and 18x10 +22.
And hey, if you've any better ideas on how they could've done that on their FD, I'm all ears. Because I intend fit RP-03s at 18x9 +18 and 18x10 +22.
I've seen a couple threads now talking about using overly narrow tires on wheels with numerically smaller offsets; terrific if you're a drifter and don't care about a)grip, b)tire wear, or c)handling, things foreign to a drifter, but not so good if you actually want a car that handles well (at least in the traditional sense) or don't have to buy new tires for every few months.
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First you cut, then you pull? I don't know how else to explain the flare on the top of the wheel arch. Anyway, why do you have to take such a condescending tone.
And hey, if you've any better ideas on how they could've done that on their FD, I'm all ears. Because I intend fit RP-03s at 18x9 +18 and 18x10 +22.
And hey, if you've any better ideas on how they could've done that on their FD, I'm all ears. Because I intend fit RP-03s at 18x9 +18 and 18x10 +22.
Edit: from another thread:
Offsets can and do effect the size of the tires in the sense of how much tire can you fit without tearing up your fenders. i.e. with a higher offset number, you can use a larger tire size. With a lower offset number, you generally have to use a smaller tire or do what is the new crazy of "stretching" tires (i.e. using a tire too small for the wheel).
For instance, if you got a 17x9 wheel, with a +43-47 offset, you could fit a 255 size tire up front. However, with a lower offset, say +38-40 you would be using around a 225 or a 235 tire since you are closer to the fenders. Same wheel, different offset, different tire sizes. Just has to do with what type of driving you will be doing, fender pulling/rolling, suspension, etc. All of those things play a part in wheel fitments.
For instance, if you got a 17x9 wheel, with a +43-47 offset, you could fit a 255 size tire up front. However, with a lower offset, say +38-40 you would be using around a 225 or a 235 tire since you are closer to the fenders. Same wheel, different offset, different tire sizes. Just has to do with what type of driving you will be doing, fender pulling/rolling, suspension, etc. All of those things play a part in wheel fitments.
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I said he can run those offsets "without any wide fenders in front or rear." I did not say "without modification." I think you might have to re-read what I posted. I don't know how much negative camber Amemiya is running on their cars, but it doesn't seem to be insane.
Btw, he runs 255/35 all around.
edit: ADVAN (F235/40R-18 R265/35R18)
Btw, he runs 255/35 all around.
edit: ADVAN (F235/40R-18 R265/35R18)
I think you failed at understanding my question. You said it didn't need modification, than in the very next sentence, said it would require this sort of modification. It just didn't make any sense. Stock offset starts at +50, you have to be close to that with stock fenders, you are showing offsets that are half that. You can try to fit the wheels with tires, but as explained above, you are putting yourself at risk. You need to sell the wheels you have unless you plan on modifying your fenders.
Edit: from another thread:
Edit: from another thread:
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05-14-07, 09:29 PM
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I said he can run those offsets "without any wide fenders in front or rear." I did not say "without modification." I think you might have to re-read what I posted. I don't know how much negative camber Amemiya is running on their cars, but it doesn't seem to be insane.
Btw, he runs 255/35 all around.
edit: ADVAN (F235/40R-18 R265/35R18)
Btw, he runs 255/35 all around.
edit: ADVAN (F235/40R-18 R265/35R18)
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just got a used set of 18's that came with a 22 offset since they were on a 03/04 cobra ,the only prob is that they rub in the front(over bumps and turning) ,the front tires are 245/40/18 couldi just got with a lower profile to stop the rubbing? ,i would love to keep these rims but seliing them wouldn't be a prob,any thoughts thanks????
05-15-07, 03:42 PM
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A friend of mine had some Volks on his 240sx that were +22 offset. I put them on my FD to see how they would look. You would defiantly have to have some wide front fenders for them to look...decent. Even if you did, it would still look weird because there is so much space between the wheel and the hub...kinda..low-rider style, if you will. It looked funny. I agree with Jimlab, stay in the 40's.
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just got a used set of 18's that came with a 22 offset since they were on a 03/04 cobra ,the only prob is that they rub in the front(over bumps and turning) ,the front tires are 245/40/18 couldi just got with a lower profile to stop the rubbing? ,i would love to keep these rims but seliing them wouldn't be a prob,any thoughts thanks????
you could do a lower profile, or a narrower tire, or both. yes.
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