Will It Fit Thread - Page 311

BigOLundh · 2007-12-19 02:16:47

:rofl: @ pdx that's like pure snow.

Dec 13, 2011 | 08:41 PM

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fuztupnz

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that's like pure snow.

Dec 13, 2011 | 08:57 PM

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thanks, fuzt. glad someone got it

Dec 13, 2011 | 08:58 PM

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Ill take that into consideration slvr haha

Dec 14, 2011 | 01:00 PM

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suspension and fender mods?

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Originally Posted by J8635621

hocknscary - it depends on how much you lower it. 9.5 +20 will require some permanent modifications to the fenders so I'd say that's too aggressive for a newb. It's not hard stuff to do though. Look more at +30-40

mizx - if you are low enough and do the work, that is entirely possible. It isn't a matter of just throwing the wheels on there and driving away though. I went for the 9.5s personally but there are some 10s that have a little more concavity but would be a bit harder to fit without stretching tires.

9.5 +28F/+23R with 245/40

J8635621,

What are your suspension and fender mods for this setup? I currently have 18x9.5 +40 on 245/40/18 tires and the car is lowered on Tein S-tech (~1.7" lowered i believe) I've been thinking of 10mm spacers which would put me right in your territory, so i am wondering what are you suspension and fender mods? You can see a picture of my stance in the yellow thread.https://www.rx8club.com/showpost.php...&postcount=647

Thanks.

Dec 14, 2011 | 02:24 PM

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10s will be too much. I have rolled fenders and removed the bumper tab. You are 1.4/.7 (f/r) and I'm like 2.5/2 lol.

Dec 14, 2011 | 02:26 PM

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The red 8 with bronze wheels from Germany is closer to what you want but I think he is lower and only had to roll the fenders. I'd suggest buying some cheap 5mm spacers to try out first

Dec 14, 2011 | 05:59 PM

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I'm thinking about getting some 16x6.5 +35

Will it fit? Need to know now, sale ends in 20 min

Dec 14, 2011 | 06:11 PM

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^buy em' and slang them on the smart car forums as "HELLAFLUSH WHEELZZ"

Dec 14, 2011 | 10:23 PM

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Yeah man when I'm done with the wheels and the spring chop I'm gonna be HELLAMONCHie

Dec 16, 2011 | 12:55 AM

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17x9.5" +38 front and rear with 255/45/17 tires.

Dec 16, 2011 | 01:01 AM

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I bet you didn't think it was possible for 15" wheels to fit over the Sport brakes, I know I didn't

Edit: bad info, turns out they are 16" from Bogart Racing Wheels

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Dec 16, 2011 | 10:15 AM

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That is awesome! haha

Dec 16, 2011 | 10:21 AM

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Well call me shirley

Dec 16, 2011 | 10:52 AM

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Wow.

Dec 16, 2011 | 12:44 PM

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Lol, the owner was wrong. They are 16", not 15", Bogart Racing wheels. Still impressive, first 16" I have ever seen that will clear the larger front Sport brakes.

Dec 16, 2011 | 01:18 PM

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wtf?? those things look crazy...

what were the specs 16x16?? o_0?

Dec 16, 2011 | 01:56 PM

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Just to let everyone know I did roll my fenders with the 18x8.75 +35

Dec 16, 2011 | 01:57 PM

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^what tires? and what suspension?

<==wondering because my old wheel set up was 18x8.5 +35 on 255/40 ran -1 to -1.2 w/no roll. Swift suspension.

Dec 16, 2011 | 02:17 PM

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245/40/18. now im just sitting on mazdaspeed springs. the coilovers go on this summer. I wasnt there to see the wheels go on, but my mechanic did it for no charge so i didnt question.

Dec 16, 2011 | 02:55 PM

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i ran 18x10 +38 with no roll, i don't really think you needed it.

Dec 16, 2011 | 02:57 PM

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With what tires hector? How much of a drop? It's all important

Dec 16, 2011 | 03:05 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Brettly2005

Just to let everyone know I did roll my fenders with the 18x8.75 +35

I'm at 18 x 9.5 +30, 245/40-18's, dropped on S techs, stock alignment, with no roll and I don't rub at all. I can still go a lot lower as well.

Dec 16, 2011 | 03:11 PM

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But mine at +28 and lower with 245/40 rubbed the fender tab A LOT. -2.2ish camber

Dec 16, 2011 | 03:11 PM

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*lower height

Dec 16, 2011 | 03:35 PM

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Im not entirely sure what my camber is at. Ill check the computer print out when i get home tomorrow. I didnt think i would need a roll at all.. maybe the mechanic just wanted to be safe.. idk