Wheel fitment issues

cmf · 06-25-2006, 09:53 PM

I have read through the threads stickied above, but seem to still be lost as to whether or not the wheels I am looking at will work without fitment issues.

I want to eventually lower the car on coilovers, so I know that is an important factor as well, but I have read that I need to ensure proper clearance from the suspension components as well.

I am looking to run a set of 18X8 wheels. Should I get them in a +37 or +45 offset for proper clearance without rubbing while lowered? Planning to use 225/40 series tires.

Any help would be appreciated.

Tate · 06-25-2006, 11:42 PM

+45 should clear

b-man · 06-26-2006, 01:16 AM

If you can, go for 48mm offset with 18X8" wheels. 45mm may be okay though, but 48mm will work better.

Tucking them in just a few more milimeters might make all the difference.

I have 18X8" 48mm offset wheels on my sedan with 225/40s. I did a lot of measuring inside the wheelwells and made drawings (like a blueprint) of various wheels with different widths and offsets to determine what would fit best.

If you can only get the wheels you want in 45mm it might be better to use a 215/40-18 tire for a little more clearance.

06-25-2006, 09:53 PM	#1 (permalink)
cmf Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 60 iTrader: 0 / 0%	Wheel fitment issues I have read through the threads stickied above, but seem to still be lost as to whether or not the wheels I am looking at will work without fitment issues. I want to eventually lower the car on coilovers, so I know that is an important factor as well, but I have read that I need to ensure proper clearance from the suspension components as well. I am looking to run a set of 18X8 wheels. Should I get them in a +37 or +45 offset for proper clearance without rubbing while lowered? Planning to use 225/40 series tires. Any help would be appreciated.

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06-25-2006, 11:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
Tate Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 298 iTrader: 0 / 0%	+45 should clear

06-26-2006, 01:16 AM	#3 (permalink)
b-man Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: So Cal Age: 48 Posts: 65 iTrader: 0 / 0%	If you can, go for 48mm offset with 18X8" wheels. 45mm may be okay though, but 48mm will work better. Tucking them in just a few more milimeters might make all the difference. I have 18X8" 48mm offset wheels on my sedan with 225/40s. I did a lot of measuring inside the wheelwells and made drawings (like a blueprint) of various wheels with different widths and offsets to determine what would fit best. If you can only get the wheels you want in 45mm it might be better to use a 215/40-18 tire for a little more clearance.