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Old 01-21-15, 11:43 AM
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juan, yes they will fit no problem.
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never mind...

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Originally Posted by ERDoc74
So here's the pics of the TSW Interlagos I got instead... Definitely not as sexy as the Enkie's but they were cheaper at least.....
SPECS: 18x9.5 +40 offsets
Since the Hankooks are unavailable, I ordered some Nitto NT01's (they are based off the Toyo RA1's but with stiffer sidewalls and updated tread pattern) they supposedly last longer than most R-comp tires and also have a good reputation for heavy cars...
SPECS: 275/35/18's
Also got some Rays Engineering extended Lug nuts in anodized blue.
Pics below
Thanks for posting this After toasting a set of rears in less then 6-7k I am thinking a set of track wheels and tires would be a decent investment . How much did the tires cost , if you dont mind me asking
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How can I know if the wheels will clear the calipers? they weight 19 lbs
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Well, I got PF01's 18x9.5 +45mm and ordered some NT05's (265x35x18), I know they'll fit on the rear, but want to try the front first before I go with 265 all around. This thread has some great information
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Originally Posted by bbong
Well, I got PF01's 18x9.5 +45mm and ordered some NT05's (265x35x18), I know they'll fit on the rear, but want to try the front first before I go with 265 all around. This thread has some great information
It's gonna be real close in the front but please post pics!
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Originally Posted by bbong
Well, I got PF01's 18x9.5 +45mm and ordered some NT05's (265x35x18), I know they'll fit on the rear, but want to try the front first before I go with 265 all around. This thread has some great information
I burned through a set of Hoosier R6 285/30/18 square last summer. 265's will not be an issue. This summer I will be going with a set of 275/35/18 Hoosier R7's. Apparently the R7 lasts longer, wears more even and sticks more. I can't want to try them out.

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Originally Posted by bbong
Well, I got PF01's 18x9.5 +45mm and ordered some NT05's (265x35x18), I know they'll fit on the rear, but want to try the front first before I go with 265 all around. This thread has some great information
That will not be an issue. I just bought the exact same wheels and I'm going to mount 275/35R18 Toyo R888 tires on them.
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Originally Posted by Compthis
I burned through a set of Hoosier R6 285/30/18 square last summer. 265's will not be an issue. This summer I will be going with a set of 275/35/18 Hoosier R7's. Apparently the R7 lasts longer, wears more even and sticks more. I can't want to try them out.
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That will not be an issue. I just bought the exact same wheels and I'm going to mount 275/35R18 Toyo R888 tires on them.
That is good to know, really and honestly. I couldn't get a concrete answer in regards to the wheel size I should go with, but I pulled the trigger on 9.5's. I'm suppose to get the 2 tires tomorrow and going to try it out, but if you guys are saying it wont be an issue at all in front, I may as well order the other set of 2 tires.

Once I rip through 265's I'll definitely step up to 275 and maybe 285 if it is not an issue. Sorry for hijacking and thanks for all your answers!
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Originally Posted by bbong
That is good to know, really and honestly. I couldn't get a concrete answer in regards to the wheel size I should go with, but I pulled the trigger on 9.5's. I'm suppose to get the 2 tires tomorrow and going to try it out, but if you guys are saying it wont be an issue at all in front, I may as well order the other set of 2 tires.

Once I rip through 265's I'll definitely step up to 275 and maybe 285 if it is not an issue. Sorry for hijacking and thanks for all your answers!
If you consider 285mm in the future just realize that those running a square 285mm setup are running much shorter tires than stock. Close to stock height would be 285/35R18, and to my knowledge nobody has run this size on all 4 corners. It might fit, but I doubt it without trimming...especially if lowered.
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Originally Posted by Gymkata
If you consider 285mm in the future just realize that those running a square 285mm setup are running much shorter tires than stock. Close to stock height would be 285/35R18, and to my knowledge nobody has run this size on all 4 corners. It might fit, but I doubt it without trimming...especially if lowered.
Right now I think I'll just burn through 265's. I don't plan on modifying ride height in the ISF, from what I hear, the 2011 suspension is pretty good, so going to stay with that, at least for this season. Get to know the car as I mostly tracked (Evo's and Subaru's), probably RWD will be something to get used to first.
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Sorry for bringing back the old thread!
Does enkei RPF01 18x9 +35 clear the front calipers of the ISF? I'm thinking of getting a square setup too. Is anyone here running Enkei RPF01 wheels?
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Originally Posted by shyguyF
Sorry for bringing back the old thread!
Does enkei RPF01 18x9 +35 clear the front calipers of the ISF? I'm thinking of getting a square setup too. Is anyone here running Enkei RPF01 wheels?
The rpf01 will not clear the front bbk. I had tried and it did not clear. The pf01 does clear depending on size.
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