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Should i add wheel spacer or getting new wheels?

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Old 03-21-12, 03:58 PM
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Default Should i add wheel spacer or getting new wheels?

I want my wheels to stick out moreee
i really like this VARRSTOEN ES1.1.2
F 19x9.5 +22
R 19x11 +25
will this set close the gap between fender and tires, btw i'm on H&R
OR should i just add on wheel spacer?
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I'm say a new set im not a fan of using spacer....
Old 03-21-12, 04:09 PM
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^^^Agreed..
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Originally Posted by laobo979
I'm say a new set im not a fan of using spacer....
Then you wont have to worry about anything.
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Nice rims get the spacer make it flush give it that aggressive look .
Old 03-21-12, 05:28 PM
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ditch the current setup and get the varrstoen
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okay out of 5 replied only one said get spacer
any1 else please???
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What we say and what you do is on you. It is your ride and the end of the day your cash. You should know what you like and want....
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if youre on a buget get spacer if not get new wheels.
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can you guy please recommend some good spacer
i need to push like an inches out
thanks
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H&R is always a good brand.. dont get the one with built in stud.. lots of people dont trust it.
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I would personally stay away from spacers. I've seen studs broken while driving or simply stripping studs and lug nuts. best thing to do is get wheels with the correct offsets
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Every situation has plan A and B. New wheels being A here, and spacers B. Let your budget decide.

IMO with spacers it's a tough call. I ran a set for a year with no problems but I saved up money and got new wheels that had the offsets I want.

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If you have plans of keeping your wheels for another year or two then spacers might be a worthwhile investment.

If I were you save up those couple hundred of dollars for a new set
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Originally Posted by obby
if youre on a buget get spacer if not get new wheels.
i thought because your on a budget you get Varrstoen wheels?


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