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I actually like both wheels...I think either one would be a good choice.
And yes...offset does matter.
Front you want to aim for a +35...rear, aim for +40.
Depending on your options, worst case you could go with +32 in the front and +38 in the rear...but I would really try for the +35 Front and +40 Rear.
+1 to what Sasnuke said on the style and offset and both look amazing!
Another point to highlight is the tire's sectional width. Check the tire's sectional width specs since not all tire widths are the same despite their identical dimensions. For instance, I've seen 265/30/19 range from 10.3-10.6 inches in width. My past tires (Ohtsu FP8000) were 10.3 inches and NEVER rubbed, while my current tires, Ironman iMove are 10.6 inches at the rear, and rub a little on dips or with a heavy load, both tires 265/30/19.
Looking good! Front lip is somewhere at the top of my wish list.
I ordered the Vorsteiner wheels today. I ultimately chose these because they had a good price point, and I like the concave style of the rear wheel, they also come stock in graphite carbon which is a close match to the grill, so I didnt have to spend extra to have them custom powdercoated. I ordered the 19x8.5 235/35/19 on front, and 19x9.5 265/30/19 for the rear, yokohama s. Drive tires.
Here is a link to these on the 3IS, however this setup is the plus plus size tires, so it will look a bit different.
I'm also looking into purchasing a new exhaust system as well. Are there any threads with a comparison of the Invidia Q300 to the Ark Grip Performance?
Great choice on the wheels. We will need pics after the install of course...and on the Wheel thread also
Here is Performance section link...within the first 4 pages you will find several threads on each exhaust: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/performance-251/
You certainly have a lot of options of what to do even within each system.
Ok, I've decided to go with the Invidia Q300, as I commute 80 miles a day, and this seems like the best option. Don't want a constant loud cabin noise or any drone.
As for the intake, the two options I'm deciding between are the Takeda Pro 5R (oiled) and Pro Dry S. Is there a difference between sound for the two options, or how much more maintenance is required on the 5R? Which is the better option overall?
Updating my mods list since I can't add it to my signature line:
Current Mods:
-5% 3M tint on all windows (sans windshield)
-JL Audio 12" W1 subwoofers/amp
-Dark smoke tail lights &reverse light tint (painted)
Future mods (not purchased):
-RSR Half-downs
-Black Pearl OEM Front Emblem
Future mods (purchased):
-Seibon CF rear diffuser (RF-Style)
-CF front lip spoiler (ebay)
-Vorsteiner Carbon Graphite Wheels & Yokohama S. Drive Tires 19x8.5 +35 235/35/19 front 19x9.5 +40 265/30/19 rear
-Rear Black Pearl electroplated OEM Emblem
-CF Rear Emblem Insert (ebay)
-Painted trunk lip spoiler and roof spoiler (obsidian black)
-Black-out window trim and grill chrome with gloss black vinyl
-Vinyl wrap with Satin pearl white (sans roof, door mirrors)
-3M Metallic vinyl wrap (interior door panels and console)
-CF side skirts (ebay)
-Invidia Q300 Axle Back Exhaust (burnt tips)
-Takeda TR-2004P-D Stage 2 Pro Dry S Intake
-R1 Concept Premier Series Ceramic Crossed Drilled/Slotted Rotor Kit
-Painted Calipers (G2 Custom color Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0)
Ok, I've decided to go with the Invidia Q300, as I commute 80 miles a day, and this seems like the best option. Don't want a constant loud cabin noise or any drone.
As for the intake, the two options I'm deciding between are the Takeda Pro 5R (oiled) and Pro Dry S. Is there a difference between sound for the two options, or how much more maintenance is required on the 5R? Which is the better option overall?
I had the Pro Dry S in my past '14 IS and was happy with it (See here for sound before/after video). Engine breathed and sounded a touch louder (better) and of course the simple maintenance of a dry filter.
I had the Pro Dry S in my past '14 IS and was happy with it (See here for sound before/after video). Engine breathed and sounded a touch louder (better) and of course the simple maintenance of a dry filter.
awesome thanks! I went ahead and ordered the dry s, and I had already watching your video on yourube from just searching lol.
So I began the tedious task of wrapping my car this weekend in Avery Satin White Pear. Let me reiterate the tedious part. I spend most of the night Friday after work, debadging, thouroughly washing, clay barring, drying and removing the rear bumber. Yesterday's progress pics are below. I hope to get it finished today if my body allows. There are muscles hurting that I didn't even know existed. This project definitely isn't for the faint at heart, especially working along. My dad helped with the bumper removal, but for the most part I've done all the work.
Will post more progress tonight.
She's clean!Smooth like butta...Wrap supplies Black pearl emblem Carbon fiber emblem insert. Also this was the second attempt at the truck. I made a bad cut on the first attempt and had to redo it.... Getting the hang of it.... Almost done! Trunk spoiler Front fender Close ups Close ups Bumper reattached with Seibon CF diffuser.
^^^That's incredible work!. I wrapped my roof and it was a challenge to say the least. This takes it to a whole new level. Looking forward to more pics!
Wow...looking great so far!! Respect for doing it yourself...it can't be easy. You leaving the roof black?
Maybe you can give us a run down on those wrapping supplies. I see a "Sealitpen" and Goo Gone.
Wow...looking great so far!! Respect for doing it yourself...it can't be easy. You leaving the roof black?
Maybe you can give us a run down on those wrapping supplies. I see a "Sealitpen" and Goo Gone.
Yes, I'm keeping the roof and side mirrors black. When I post finished pics, I'll write a synopsis of what I learned, dos and dont's with links to all the supplies I ordered.
04-24-17, 03:47 PM
