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Old 12-20-07, 06:11 PM
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Need help here guys!
18x9.5 +25 all around
-how much past the fender will it stick out?
Also what tire sizes would be ideal?
-rolling fenders is not a problem
my car is lowered on espelir springs.
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Originally Posted by JesLet
Should I get 25mm adapters for the rears and fronts or 25mm on the rears and 30mm for the front.

I also need to get stretched tires just like eggman's, correct?

Is 30mm adapter for the front wheels safe? That is like 1.25 inch.
Why not just get wheels with a better offset. With that big of a spacer you might need longer studs. Also if you want that stretch look then why not run the same size tires as him?
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Originally Posted by sc300STED
Need help here guys!
18x9.5 +25 all around
-how much past the fender will it stick out?
Also what tire sizes would be ideal?
-rolling fenders is not a problem
my car is lowered on espelir springs.
It wont stick out pass the fender, it will almost be even with it. You should roll your fenders anyway if its no problem, because it might rub on dips. Tires depending on the look you want but I would say 235/40(front), and 265/35(rear).
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Originally Posted by Toshima
It wont stick out pass the fender, it will almost be even with it. You should roll your fenders anyway if its no problem, because it might rub on dips. Tires depending on the look you want but I would say 235/40(front), and 265/35(rear).
Thanks for the reply But another question, if the offset was +20 all around what tire sizes would you recommend?
Old 12-20-07, 08:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Toshima
Why not just get wheels with a better offset. With that big of a spacer you might need longer studs. Also if you want that stretch look then why not run the same size tires as him?
I'm going to get adapters not spacers. Just confirming if I should get 25mm all around and same tires as eggman's to achieve the look similar to his.
Old 12-20-07, 10:42 PM
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Was wondering if this would fit on my SC300.

18x8.5 with a +32 offset
18x9.5 with a +39 offset

I have supra calipers in the front so I wonder if they will clear or not also.

Thanks!
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Originally Posted by dopeyx27
Was wondering if this would fit on my SC300.

18x8.5 with a +32 offset
18x9.5 with a +39 offset

I have supra calipers in the front so I wonder if they will clear or not also.

Thanks!
Brake caliper fitment is wheel specific. Offset and dimension alone tell none of the story. I would email the wheel manufacturer. Supra Turbo calipers are famous for being big, and they will be able to tell you if the wheels clear them.

Based on dimension and offet, the wheels will fit the body of the car conservatively. The rears will be a tad sunk. If your intention is to not roll the fenders to achieve maximum fitment, run modest tire widths (255/265 in the rear & 235/225 up front) and you should have a decent set up.
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Originally Posted by sc300STED
Thanks for the reply But another question, if the offset was +20 all around what tire sizes would you recommend?
The same size tires would work.
Old 12-21-07, 12:29 AM
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Originally Posted by JesLet
I'm going to get adapters not spacers. Just confirming if I should get 25mm all around and same tires as eggman's to achieve the look similar to his.
If you got 25mm adapters that would put you at a +15. Thats with in a few mm of eggmans. So if you want the same look then get the same size tires. Sence you will have the same rim width, and offset as him. And on the adapter thing I have know idea if there safe. My friend has them on his lowrider and he seems to be doing ok, and he hops it. I think his are a 20mm though.
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Originally Posted by Toshima
If you got 25mm adapters that would put you at a +15. Thats with in a few mm of eggmans. So if you want the same look then get the same size tires. Sence you will have the same rim width, and offset as him. And on the adapter thing I have know idea if there safe. My friend has them on his lowrider and he seems to be doing ok, and he hops it. I think his are a 20mm though.

I'll take your word for it.

Now, eggman has 225/35/19 on rears. Can I get 255/35/19 ?

I assume 255 is wider, right?
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Originally Posted by JesLet
I'll take your word for it.

Now, eggman has 225/35/19 on rears. Can I get 255/35/19 ?

I assume 255 is wider, right?
Yeap its wider, But if you look at the rear of his car I dont think a 255 would fit with that offset unless you run alot of camber. Maybe a 235/35 or if you want to push it 245/35 with some camber. You might could try 225/35 front and 235/35 rear. But sense you know that offset with thoughts tires work, I would just go with what he has.
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I'm going to run 20mm spacers on mine... really pissed off with my car at the moment and can't afford new wheels
Old 12-21-07, 09:20 PM
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I just bought some is350 rims for my sc300 that are 18x8 in front and 18x8.5 in rear. I have been searching but cannot find what type/size/brand of low profile tire would be best for a performance/comfort combo. From what I've read the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s are pretty good, is this accurate?
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How well will these fit my SC300 with a drop on Tokico Blues with Espiler springs....

Width : 17
Diameter: 8 front 9 rear
Offset: 38 rear 33 front
Bolt pattern: 5 x 114.3
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Originally Posted by SC_DRIFTER
How well will these fit my SC300 with a drop on Tokico Blues with Espiler springs....

Width : 17
Diameter: 8 front 9 rear
Offset: 38 rear 33 front
Bolt pattern: 5 x 114.3
They will fit nicely. With flushly rolled fenders, you can go as wide as the wheels will allow with tires (255F/275R) without rubbing. If they were my wheels, I would go as wide as possible to fill the wheel wells, gain traction, and look mean.


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