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Old Jan 28, 2013 | 04:27 AM
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Recently installed xxr 518's on my s2000. They are 18x8.5 all around with +45 offset all around. I'm thinking of dropping it 1.5" but I wondering if that will be a problem. It has 245 tires all around. Thoughts? Thanks in advance.

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Old Jan 28, 2013 | 04:51 AM
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It will probably rub the fender lip over large bumps. You'll need to roll the fenders to correct this.
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Old Jan 28, 2013 | 05:24 AM
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Originally Posted by deepbluejh
It will probably rub the fender lip over large bumps. You'll need to roll the fenders to correct this.
Yea, I was worried about that. I'm off road'ing right now.



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Old Jan 28, 2013 | 06:53 AM
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The tires poke outside the fender. What do you think will happen if you lower it?
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Old Jan 28, 2013 | 01:30 PM
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^ lol

u will need to roll and relocate rear bumper tab

honestly sell tose junk wheels get something in a 17x9 with sticky 255s
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Old Jan 29, 2013 | 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Back S2k
^ lol

u will need to roll and relocate rear bumper tab

honestly sell tose junk wheels get something in a 17x9 with sticky 255s
Yea, I'll probably do that. Thanks for the advice everyone.
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Old Jan 30, 2013 | 01:02 PM
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I would go with a slightly lower tire profile, like a 245/35. Looks like you have 245/40 right now. That would make a world of difference in height and clearance. Also, dial a little camber in, and a slight fender roll, and you'll be fine.
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