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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 11:18 PM
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Im getting a new set of wheels

17x9 +45
17x10 +45

wondering should i go 245-40 front and 275-40 ? and idea?

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-David
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Old Jan 31, 2007 | 07:21 AM
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Maybe its just me, but it sounds like those rear wheels are not going to fit, regardless of tire size. Have you done a test fitting?
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Old Jan 31, 2007 | 08:24 AM
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With 45mm offset I can't see those wheels fitting without modification to the fenders. I would think a wide body kit would be needed.
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Old Jan 31, 2007 | 08:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Jim@tirerack,Jan 31 2007, 09:24 AM
With 45mm offset I can't see those wheels fitting without modification to the fenders. I would think a wide body kit would be needed.
i'll be cutting the rear fender and add ASM rear fender flares
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Old Jan 31, 2007 | 08:41 AM
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The front is out of whack as well.
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Old Jan 31, 2007 | 08:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Jim@tirerack,Jan 31 2007, 09:41 AM
The front is out of whack as well.

so its no way i cant fit 17x9 +45 in front ?
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Old Jan 31, 2007 | 08:55 AM
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One of my friend IVANS2k's running 17x9 +45 in front 255/40/17 but i think he rub the fender a little.


nice car Ivan

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