Wheels and Tires Discussion about wheels and tires for the S2000.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

17x9 45 offset with 245 tires for the front

Thread Tools
 
Old Nov 13, 2009 | 03:49 PM
  #1  
lastminute_s2k's Avatar
Thread Starter
Registered User
 
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 61
Likes: 0
From: Richmond Hill
Default 17x9 45 offset with 245 tires for the front

Hi all,

I'm planning to get RPF1 17x9 45 offset all around, but instead of running 255/40/17 for 4 corners I'm planning to run 245. Anyone can give me some advice on what needs to be done for the front fenders? I checked wheel fitment guide the rear should be no problem, but for the front I assume fender rolling is required for this setup, but do I need to flare the front fenders as well? or any other modification for the front fenders?


Appreciate for the help
Reply
Old Nov 14, 2009 | 02:53 AM
  #2  
Dreaming_S2k's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 3,194
Likes: 28
From: South Carolina
Default

I won't say you'll need a full "flare" (ala s2kologist style) but you'll need a good pull that's for certain.
Reply
Old Nov 14, 2009 | 06:36 AM
  #3  
rioyellows2k's Avatar
Registered User
 
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 4,894
Likes: 1
From: USA
Default

You'll only need to Roll the fronts, and maybe trim the Fender Liner a little. Flaring shouldn't be involved unless your vehicle is slammed.
Reply
Old Nov 14, 2009 | 07:15 AM
  #4  
Dreaming_S2k's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 3,194
Likes: 28
From: South Carolina
Default

Originally Posted by rioyellows2k,Nov 14 2009, 10:36 AM
You'll only need to Roll the fronts, and maybe trim the Fender Liner a little. Flaring shouldn't be involved unless your vehicle is slammed.
I keep thinking everyone is as low as I am
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2009 | 08:21 AM
  #5  
B18C5-Eg6's Avatar
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 2,328
Likes: 7
Default

this would work with just a rolled front fender depending on how low you are.. but u gotta be careful with going to drive ways and not turn the wheel
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2009 | 09:52 PM
  #6  
soozookabluS2k's Avatar
Registered User
 
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 925
Likes: 0
From: Ft. lauderdale
Default

quick question.. a 17x8 +45 and a 17x9 +45 and both have 225 tires..how much more would the 17x9 stick out on the front
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2009 | 11:10 PM
  #7  
nte11igence's Avatar
Registered User
 
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 884
Likes: 0
From: Northern Nevada & Oregon
Default

Originally Posted by B18C5-Eg6,Nov 16 2009, 09:21 AM
this would work with just a rolled front fender depending on how low you are.. but u gotta be careful with going to drive ways and not turn the wheel


I learned this the hard way and pwned my passenger side fender.
Reply
Old Nov 17, 2009 | 04:32 AM
  #8  
Dreaming_S2k's Avatar
 
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 3,194
Likes: 28
From: South Carolina
Default

Originally Posted by soozookabluS2k,Nov 17 2009, 01:52 AM
quick question.. a 17x8 +45 and a 17x9 +45 and both have 225 tires..how much more would the 17x9 stick out on the front
A half inch, BUT if you're running 225 on it, then it doesn't really matter. It ends up being roughly the same anyway.
Reply
Old Nov 19, 2009 | 06:35 AM
  #9  
lastminute_s2k's Avatar
Thread Starter
Registered User
 
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 61
Likes: 0
From: Richmond Hill
Default

[QUOTE]this would work with just a rolled front fender depending on how low you are.. but u gotta be careful with going to drive ways and not turn the wheel

Sorry, just want to clarify that u mean when I'm on a driveway I shouldn't turn my wheel to avoid rubbing or hitting the front fenders? Is there any problem when I turn my wheel during regular driving? I'm planning to lowered my car about 1.5 finger gap will that be okay?


Thanks all..
Reply
Old Nov 25, 2009 | 06:24 PM
  #10  
BSeriouS's Avatar
Registered User
 
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 4,013
Likes: 0
From: San Diego, Ca
Default

Roll and slight pull to make these fit. Easy
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
garykoo
Wheels and Tires
8
Apr 29, 2017 06:35 AM
mugginmike
Wheels and Tires
4
Sep 26, 2013 03:39 AM
mrbond413
Wheels and Tires
10
Aug 16, 2012 03:56 PM
wilddave
Wheels and Tires
3
Apr 4, 2009 09:38 AM
2QYK4U
San Diego S2000 Owners
12
Apr 9, 2006 03:34 AM




All times are GMT -8. The time now is 10:10 PM.