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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 02:26 PM
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Will purchase the 19 inch set.. which offset should I go with? One without rubbing issue ofcourse... and the specs of the tires would be greatly appreciated too. Regards.
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 04:46 PM
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i guess it'll depend on your budget and wether or not you'll be rolling/pulling your fenders..
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None of that. Which is the most suitable that will keep everything the way they are..
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IS 19X8.5 front/rear the correct setup?? What about the offset and the bolt pattern?? confusing stuff..
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The best thing to do bro, is to search this forum and check out members' wheels with stances that best suit your needs. And then find out what their wheels specs are!

PS: So glad you're keeping the GS. We should get together once and for all and talk 3GS all day long!
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Similar question. 2007 Gs350 AWD. Already bought Giovanna Caracas 20x8.5 with 35mm offset. Rear clearance is fine, but front is right up against the caliper. Need a spacer but don't know what to go with. I know you all might need more info, but I could really use the help to get this figured out. Thanks
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Old Jun 21, 2011 | 04:02 PM
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Originally Posted by designo
The best thing to do bro, is to search this forum and check out members' wheels with stances that best suit your needs. And then find out what their wheels specs are!

PS: So glad you're keeping the GS. We should get together once and for all and talk 3GS all day long!
What is your stance? Want a tad aggressive look, without the need to add spacers. And yeh, will keep the GS for now
I prolly will use 245/35 fronts and 275/30 rear.

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like designo said, the best thing to do is go into the wheel thread and do some research. those before you have done this to help others achieve the look they desire and explain wheels specs and what was needed to make their stance work. fitment will change as the ride height of the vehicle is altered so what may be aggressive at stock ride height may become conservative as the car is lowered. When fitting a car you should figure out your ride height first and then go from there. Good luck
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 05:34 AM
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Will this work:
-Eibach Springs
-19x8.5 +25 (or 45)
-19x9.5 +25 (or 45)
245/35 fronts and 275/30 rear.
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Those offsets are kinda weak 19x9+ 25 and 10.5+45 or 40 even shouldn't need much if any fender work and would look better. I am shaved only and with factory suspension arms 20x9+12 and 20x10.5+26
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Originally Posted by Kapurvik
Similar question. 2007 Gs350 AWD. Already bought Giovanna Caracas 20x8.5 with 35mm offset. Rear clearance is fine, but front is right up against the caliper. Need a spacer but don't know what to go with. I know you all might need more info, but I could really use the help to get this figured out. Thanks
350s have a larger brake setup so 35mm will rub on that wheel. just get a small 5mm spacer. no need for extended studs or lugs.
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 07:50 AM
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Those offsets are kinda weak 19x9+ 25 and 10.5+45 or 40 even shouldn't need much if any fender work and would look better. I am shaved only and with factory suspension arms 20x9+12 and 20x10.5+26
The available are 19x9.5+ 25 fronts and 19x10.5+ 33/22. Will those work?
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What is your stance? Want a tad aggressive look, without the need to add spacers. And yeh, will keep the GS for now
I prolly will use 245/35 fronts and 275/30 rear.
It's all down to your preference! With the GS, it is tough to get a fat look without compromise!

Many members here are running 20's with aggressive offsets, but wrapped in conservative tires! I would never think of running225's front and 245's in the rear and I'm sure that's what you want too!

Anything less than 275's in the rear won't do it for me, but that comes with risks!
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Rider, check these out! When I installed the MRR's on my car and lowered on Eibach springs, I had no rubbing issues. But I didn't like the stance too much. Wanted it more aggressive with less negative camber in the rear!

I installed 10mm spacers all around and loved the stance! The negative camber went away as well but..... major rubbing on bumps and passenger load!

These are my wheel specs

19" MRR GT1 in Black
19 x 8.5 +35
19 x 9.5 +45





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Do they make a 19x10 and if so what are the offset options. The 10.5 +33 will need fender mods for sure. The more you stretch a tire the less fender work you ll need unless you push it further out like mr and then you ll need to do both
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