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Old Apr 15, 2016 | 10:23 PM
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I don't get it. The lower the offset the more the wheel moves away from the car, so how does +35 are not safe when stocks are +45?
ok, just go try it
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Old Apr 15, 2016 | 10:31 PM
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Is the wheel diagram at the right represent actual distance to suspension components? May this work, +45?
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Old Apr 15, 2016 | 10:32 PM
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Originally Posted by dnasians
ok, just go try it
Just trying to understand
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 06:20 AM
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18x8.5 +38 DOES clear the front suspension arm, that's what I was running last summer. So I don't see why 19" would not.
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 06:37 AM
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Lots of bad info in here....
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Old Apr 16, 2016 | 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by blizz24
Have you had 2 people on the backseat? Any issues?
Yes, I have and no issues driving around town. However, I haven't tried to enter a steep driveway (like I did in the picture above) with a car full of people and don't think I ever will. LOL

Originally Posted by blizz24
Can you upload picture from behind/straight and behind/angle to see how much they stick out?
I'll try to snap some pics tomorrow sometime and upload a few on Monday.

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with 19x8.5+35 will be super close to the upper control arm, too close for comfort
I have absolutely zero issues with the control arm. In fact, I'm 100% comfortable with 19x8.5 +35 on my Stance SF01's - can't speak to any other type of wheel since I don't have firsthand experience with the specs on other wheels.

But, for the OP, if I could do it again, I would probably go with a +33 in the front to make the flushness match the rear a little bit better. This is strictly for cosmetic purposes and my personal preference.

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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Luisvm
Yes, I have and no issues driving around town. However, I haven't tried to enter a steep driveway (like I did in the picture above) with a car full of people and don't think I ever will. LOL



I'll try to snap some pics tomorrow sometime and upload a few on Monday.



I have absolutely zero issues with the control arm. In fact, I'm 100% comfortable with 19x8.5 +35 on my Stance SF01's - can't speak to any other type of wheel since I don't have firsthand experience with the specs on other wheels.

But, for the OP, if I could do it again, I would probably go with a +33 in the front to make the flushness match the rear a little bit better. This is strictly for cosmetic purposes and my personal preference.
ok, thanks for the info. will keep an eye out for the pics
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 06:56 PM
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so my question is, how close can I go to OEM? Will the following work? is the wheel body diagram 100% visually accurate, meaning, that is actually how far/close the wheel will be from the suspension.
Attached Thumbnails Wheel Offset-front.png   Wheel Offset-back.png  
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Old Apr 17, 2016 | 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by blizz24
so my question is, how close can I go to OEM? Will the following work? is the wheel body diagram 100% visually accurate, meaning, that is actually how far/close the wheel will be from the suspension.
no, that diagram isn't to scale, don't rely on it. Fyi, with the stock wheels on the front, there is about 16mm (5/8") between the suspension arm and the wheel. If you have a 350 with the big brake calipers, some wheels won't fit even though they are the "right" dimensions. Wheel design plays quite a lot with big brakes.
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Old Apr 18, 2016 | 05:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Answer
no, that diagram isn't to scale, don't rely on it. Fyi, with the stock wheels on the front, there is about 16mm (5/8") between the suspension arm and the wheel. If you have a 350 with the big brake calipers, some wheels won't fit even though they are the "right" dimensions. Wheel design plays quite a lot with big brakes.
thanks for the heads up. I have the 200t so I wont have any issues with the brakes. I emailed VIBE Motorsports and they recommend +35 front +40/45 rear if I want to keep it as close to factory offsets.
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Old Apr 19, 2016 | 05:32 PM
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What's the biggest tire size people are running on the stock IS F sport rims without rubbing?
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Old Apr 20, 2016 | 07:38 AM
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Originally Posted by harkirath
What's the biggest tire size people are running on the stock IS F sport rims without rubbing?
fronts 8" 235
rears 8.5" 265

any more and depending on brand, there might be bulging

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Old Apr 20, 2016 | 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by blizz24
ok, thanks for the info. will keep an eye out for the pics
Attached are a handful of pics I took per your request. Hope they help you decide what offsets will be best for your needs.
Attached Thumbnails Wheel Offset-1.jpg   Wheel Offset-2.jpg   Wheel Offset-3.jpg   Wheel Offset-4.jpg   Wheel Offset-5.jpg  

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