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Will this fit in front ? 17X7 42mm offset

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Old May 31, 2007 | 05:26 PM
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I think the offset for the front has to be 48mm minimum for 17X7 rim. But just checking to see if I can get away with it. BTW..planning running stock tire size. Thanks.
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Old May 31, 2007 | 05:34 PM
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https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=342793

I am sure a skinny tire and/or camber would help.
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Old May 31, 2007 | 06:17 PM
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it all depends on ride heighth.

215s are very doable stock. Once lowered, throw some camber into play and your set.
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Old May 31, 2007 | 06:21 PM
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I have 17x7 +38 FRONT, lowered with STECHS. 215-40-17 Tire.. Fits fine with 2 inches gap from Fender to the tires...


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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 08:41 AM
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^ O.K so it may work then . I am only planning to lower it 1" with Eibach pro.
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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 09:01 AM
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I run a 215 tire with 48 offset and it look close to me.
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Old Jun 6, 2007 | 03:46 PM
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Should fit with no problem with a 215
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Old Jun 6, 2007 | 06:18 PM
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Im running a 7.5 +40 with a 225 up front...
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