Guru

Here's some pics of my GS400 with the Tein CS, EDFC and JDM 18's with Toyo T1S tires installed. I'm going to install spacers in the rear to give it a more aggressive look but not sure what size. I think I can use a 25mm spacer according to my measurements. Anyone else try? The wheels are 18X9 +45mm offset with a 245/40R18 tire on them ft and rr. Thanks all.

///MDex

I've got the H&R 25mm spacers on my OEM 17 rears. Makes a world of difference.

Guru

Dex do you have some leftover room in there or is it pretty tight with the spacer? Also what size tires do you have and how much have you lowered the car? Thanks!

Neo

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How do you like the ride? What are you set at in terms of dampening and height? Can it go lower? Just curious since I am considering the CS as well.

///MDex

- Tire size is 235.45.17
- Rear is lowered about 1.25-.50 by LTuned springs & shocks
- Not sure what you are asking by leftover room in there. The wheels don't stick out of thwe well or anything, just a tad more aggressive looking.



HTH

Hameed

Hey Dex, where did you get your spacers from? I have browsed the HRsprings.com website, but there is no online ordering capability on there.

Does the kit you bought include replacement bolts? Did you put the 15mm spacers on the front as well?

///MDex

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Yep - it comes with bolts. No spacers on the front; too much hassle and odd handling charateristics from what I've heard / read.

The spacers serve as a temporary solution until new wheels are tires come along.

Hameed

Thanks Dex. Regarding the problems with the fronts - are there no issues with the back ones? Is it really worth it? Assuming I do a wheel/tire upgrade in about a year? Somehow I doubt that..........

///MDex

It is sooooo worth it. No problems at all on the backs. Better traction - Better looks.

Guru

It can go 3/4 inch lower than what you see if I wanted to but found that to be too low for street so I raised it back up. Ride is superb. Just like stock but with HUGE improvement in handling and feel even before the tire upgrade. If you have more questions feel free to give me a ring.

Tranman

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Hey Guru, I know that may seem like an amateur mechanic question, but how many fingers can you put in between the top of the fender and tire?

elclassico

in my opinion i would lower it just a bit more. what are the tires rated? how much? personally , with those rims you dont need spacers. ask around off this forum/ take care. looks good!

Sam Khoury

Nice pics Guru. I have the same wheels on my GS. They were sitting in the boxes in my apartment since Nov but I was just waiting for the long winter to end and NY to fix some of the potholes before putting them on. I just installed them 2 weeks ago but because of all the rain we've had in NY and my crazy work schedule I can get any nice pics during daylight to post up. I took some pics in the evening but I didn't like the way the pics came out because of the lack of daylight. If we actually get a nice weekend day here in NY, I'll take some pics and post them up.

elclassico

cant wait, i love these rims, but i need to see them on a lowered car. thanx! looks good1

Guru

My car is over an inch lower already. I'm going to leave it as it is right now. It's low enough I think. I love these wheels and tires. HUGE difference in handling. I still want rear spacers though. I think 25mm will still clear.