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Old 10-22-11, 07:48 PM
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Just purchased a 03' IS300

thinking of getting some 19" BBS RGR's-

Front- 19x8.5 +38 offset near new 235/35R19
Rear- 19x9.5 +38 offset near new 265/30R19

Im told they will fit, the car is completely stock for now and hasnt been lowered.
Just need to know if they might need spacers?
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not to be a a$$ but y did u start a new thread to ask the same/similar question?


just get the wheels first, Lower, then if u think they need spacers, go get them. i dont think u'll need spacers if u get those tires.

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Originally Posted by rayy117
not to be a a$$ but y did u start a new thread to ask the same/similar question?


just get the wheels first, Lower, then if u think they need spacers, go get them. i dont think u'll need spacers if u get those tires.
just coz im travellin a bit to look at these rims tmrw, i just didnt get an answer about spacers thats why.
Anyways cheers for the reply i hope its all sweet
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the wheels all depend on how low u are as well and if ur gonna do any fender mods such as roll/pull/shave. im on 18x8 18x9 38+ 215 40 18 235 40 18 and i have my fenders rolled flat w/ slight pull i guess and its kinda flush with my coilovers were almost maxed out. i have 5 mm spacers all around and it sits better but i think i can use 10-15mm spacers to make it look flush.
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I currently have the same offsets on my car. The 265 is going to be to wide. You need to run at least a 245. My fenders are rolled and my car is dropped pretty low. It all depends on the look that your going for, but I doubt you'll need spacers.
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Originally Posted by sugzz
I currently have the same offsets on my car. The 265 is going to be to wide. You need to run at least a 245. My fenders are rolled and my car is dropped pretty low. It all depends on the look that your going for, but I doubt you'll need spacers.
cool, what suspension are you using? i have been recommended tein CS's for the best comfort, i dont want a rough ride but i wanna lower it like a *****.
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