ldc

Depends on how much gap you want.

With that drop you would be good with 235/40/18 (F) 265/35/18 (R). There might be slight touching on full lock for the front (inner guard, not fender).

trixxx519

iTrader: (14)

you think 225/40/18 front would be safer? or 215/40/18

thanks for your input, i should go ahead and order them wheels?

laobo979

iTrader: (5)

Cutting it close you think I'll rub?

ldc

I had 225/45 and 18x8 and ET30. I didn't have rubbing however the inner plastic had already been rubbed. If your inner plastic hasn't been rubbed then there is a chance that 235/40 will rub but it's i wasn't a big deal for me. I hate having gaps between wheels and fenders.

I recon 235/40 would be ok. It's only 8mm bigger than 225/40. Don't forget different tire brands have different sidwalls so 8mm might be nothing.

ldc

What is the size and spec of the wheels?

My current 19x9 had offset ET47 and it touches the spindle I end up putting 5mm spacers. So if you measure the gap to me at least 5mm you're good.

laobo979

iTrader: (5)

Well it 3 piece so i re barrel it to a 19x9.5 +37. Im gonna have to measure the space. But i can spend the wheel freely without it touching. But it will be different once it on the ground.

ldc

19x9.5 +37 should not be a problem. Is this front or rear?

laobo979

iTrader: (5)

This would be the front.

ldc

19x9.5 +37 should not be a problem with the spindle if you get 235/35/19 tires. You might need 5mm if you go wider.

jnguye37

i upgraded to 20's with 225/35 tire. i didnt really know much and let the guy at the shop pick, i can hear it rub on turns. easy fix?

eric08

Depends how much youre rubbing but it should be easily fixed with a heat gun and some work

jnguye37

i guess i should say the back of the wheel rubs on the lining. ive seen some people say let it rub or cut it?

eric08

It should be able to pushed just enough out of the way for clearance

AznK

First time posting.

Been looking through the thread all week but can't seem to find my answer.

If anyone could help me, it would be appreciated.

I'm looking to run 18x10 +38 all around. AWD IS350
Will be lowering on springs or coils.

I know the rears will clear, but any advice on the front would be awesome.


Thanks!

doug355r

Searched and couldn't find an answer or rims with this size/offset so I'm asking. Local guy has a set for sale for decent price: 18x9.5 +12 wrapped in 265/35-18. I pretty sure its a no go with the +12 offset. But am curious if they will work with stock suspension? I am currently running 20" rims with stretched tires(size is 275/30 ZR20 97W) in the rear, don't know the exact offset of current rims but I know the previous owner of my car did a little inside fender work, not sure what exactly.

Thanks!