hudson787 Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 I was wondering if I lowered my car about 1.5" with stock 17x7 will I need my fenders rolled? I already have the springs just wondering if I need to roll fenders to get them put on. Only downside is the closest place to roll my fenders is about 3hrs away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Catalyst. Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Depends entirely on tires and offset. If you are running the OEM 17x7 +55 and an OEM tire 215/45R17 (or even similar like 225/45 or 205/50) you will be fine. There's plenty of room with stock offset. If you have +30 or more offset then rolling will likely be required. My spec.B [#163] Project Thread with Pictures Get CryoTuned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqcebtmu Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 I lowered my car on stockers (slight tuck) and didn't rub at all with 225s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hudson787 Posted June 20, 2014 Author Share Posted June 20, 2014 Ok thanks what about 18x8s with 225/40/18s ? That's what's currently on the car but I have stock 17s to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Catalyst. Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Likely fine but again offset is a key measurement when determining fitment... http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/faq-offsets-sizes-rims-and-tires-gt-xenonk-version-4426.html Lots of great info in that sticky in the Wheel and Tire section of this forum. My spec.B [#163] Project Thread with Pictures Get CryoTuned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hudson787 Posted June 20, 2014 Author Share Posted June 20, 2014 I have looked at that thread but is it saying those are the sizes for a 2" lowered car or stock? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Catalyst. Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 I've helped all I can. It's up to you to either answer the questions posted for additional guidance, or figure it out on your own. All the information is there. You NEED to know the offset before any helpful advice can be given - period. My spec.B [#163] Project Thread with Pictures Get CryoTuned! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hudson787 Posted June 20, 2014 Author Share Posted June 20, 2014 Ok. Thanks for the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eliott Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Just commit to what you think looks good, then roll if you have to and if you don't, sweet. Wheels are like the most eye catching part of a car so get what you absolutely want and I'm sure that 3 hour drive with be worth it on the way back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hudson787 Posted June 21, 2014 Author Share Posted June 21, 2014 Ya but I don't like my 18s that much so I will probably put on the 17s and buy different rims. I just want to wear the tires on my 18s out so there not wasted. I guess I will find out tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 so how about 19s wheels lowered 2 inches? will i rub? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckMic Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 On 19s you can lower it 1.64875 inches but over that you will rub. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 oh serious? i already bougth the 19s, and my car is lowered 2 inches...damn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckMic Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 You should probably raise it .35125 of an inch to be safe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 can i use spacers between the strut and the strut tower to raise the car? if so, how many do i need? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckMic Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 Yes you can use spacers, but you need a laser interferometer position measurement system to accurately gauge how much spacer to remove to acquire .35125 of an inch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 man that sounds complicated i was able to use my ruler and get .36 inch...is that too much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckMic Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 .36" is too much, you will run the risk of rubbing. 1.64875" is the max drop on a Legacy with 19s. If you went with an 18" wheel you can lower it down to 2.003275". Again I highly recommend picking up a laser interferometer for precise measurement so you know what works for your wheel setup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt.Gator Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Drift, I think StuckMic is wrong, you need a Flux Capacitor for this measurement.... As for rolling...it all depends on a lot of variables. If you have a lot of camber then the top of the tire will arc inside the fender more than if you running less camber. The exact wheel offset and even the brand/model of tire will affect it. Some tire, even within the same model type, have different shoulders and therefore different widths. The only way to be certain is to use a combo that someone else has posted as a verified fit, or find someone nearby who will let you test fit theirs on yours. The tire comparator at rimsntires will get you close enough for 95% of the fitments and you can take your best measurement from there: http://www.rimsntires.com/specspro.jsp Nothing like a race track to find the weak points in man and machine. "Good Judgement comes from Experience. Experience comes from Bad Judgement" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckMic Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Sgt. Gator is misinformed, obviously a Flux Capacitor is for time travel not distance measurement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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