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RFP1 w/ +35 offset will they rub ?

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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 10:40 AM
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Default RFP1 w/ +35 offset will they rub ?

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I'm looking to buy the 17x8 +45 offset front and 17x9 +35 offset rear. Plan on using stock tire sizes 215/45 and 245/40.

My question is will the rear tires rub ? Should I be going with the +45 offset?

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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 11:00 AM
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I failed to metion I also have a 1 inch drop Tein Stech's
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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 06:40 PM
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Yes, they will but last time I checked the RPF1 didn't come in that size/offset. 17x9.5" +38 or 17x9 +45 is the ones closest to the one you mentioned.
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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 07:23 PM
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Is there something I can do to stop the rub? Or should I just get the +45 offset.

Also the website I'm buying them from list as +35 offset...here is the link....

http://www.1010tires.com/wheel.asp?wheelbr...l=RPF1+%2D+Gold
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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 07:29 PM
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In order to stop the rub some light fender work will be needed. Roll the rear fenders, relocate the bumper tab and maybe run some more camber.
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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 08:00 PM
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ah, I see thanks for the advise, more then likely will stick with the +45 offset, don't want to be rubbing, or rolling the fenders
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 04:41 AM
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I think you will still rub if you run 45 offset in the rear, if you don't roll your fenders.

A buddy of mine ran 17x8/17x9 setup, 45 offset on stock AP2. 215/45/17 & 255/40/17 and he rubbed around corners. 245's might make a slight difference (0.39") vs 255's.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 07:03 AM
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They do make a 9" +35 but its more common to see 9" +45
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 07:05 AM
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^yup and if you're running that size up front I can't see any reason why you'd go with the +35 over the +45
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 07:35 AM
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Thanks Everyone, your advice is much appreciated,

Anyone know why the Tire Rack RFP1 selection is limited to silver and black only and limited sizes.

1010tires.com has way more selection...
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