Xenonk Posted June 29, 2006 Share Posted June 29, 2006 just dont run out of threading when using spacers Keefe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL PAALO Posted June 29, 2006 Share Posted June 29, 2006 8 +45 seems to be flush with the top of the fender with stock alignment so I'd say a 7.5 +45 is fine, especially after a drop. The wheel certainly plays a part since pad height thickness is part of the equation, but has anyone used some 3 or 5mm spacers in back to balance out the wheel to fender gap front to rear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xenonk Posted June 29, 2006 Share Posted June 29, 2006 8 +45 seems to be flush with the top of the fender with stock alignment so I'd say a 7.5 +45 is fine, especially after a drop. The wheel certainly plays a part since pad height thickness is part of the equation, but has anyone used some 3 or 5mm spacers in back to balance out the wheel to fender gap front to rear? I dare not to, I want as many threads I can get on my lugs.. there's a difference between a wheel that was designed at 8" +45 and a 8"+48 with a 3mm spacer.. the hub of the rim itself can vary in thickness to give the rim the right amount of seating for the lugs to mate up with the studs.. usually spoke design can negate the difference in offsets (volk, work and many other companies offer different "faces" for this very reason to clear big brake kits). Keefe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craesq Posted June 30, 2006 Share Posted June 30, 2006 just dont run out of threading when using spacers 3mm would be fine. Plus, you could just buy longer lug nut bolts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selds Posted June 30, 2006 Share Posted June 30, 2006 Ok a follow up question for the tire mastas. With a 235/40R18 on a 7.5" how would you compare the look of the 2 offsets? +45 will the tires stick out a bit vs. with a +48 they might look closer to flush or will they both stick out a bit. Looking for that flush look. Not too far out not too tucked in. Thinking the +48 would be best? -Thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xenonk Posted June 30, 2006 Share Posted June 30, 2006 the only difference is that the tire sidewalls will look bulged out.. as for the flushness, I wouldnt worry, you're comparing more on the rim than the tire at that point. Keefe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xenonk Posted June 30, 2006 Share Posted June 30, 2006 3mm would be fine. Plus, you could just buy longer lug nut bolts... if you want to go through all that trouble of getting longer bolts, open ended lugs and spacers, that's fine. but I rather spend that money on a rim. Keefe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBLU24 Posted June 30, 2006 Share Posted June 30, 2006 +1 for xenonk's explanation earlier i'm running 18x7.5 +42 and it is right on the fender line in my opinion it looks perfect but that may not be what some of you are looking for...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedracerx Posted July 5, 2006 Share Posted July 5, 2006 Ok a follow up question for the tire mastas. With a 235/40R18 on a 7.5" how would you compare the look of the 2 offsets? +45 will the tires stick out a bit vs. with a +48 they might look closer to flush or will they both stick out a bit. Looking for that flush look. Not too far out not too tucked in. Thinking the +48 would be best? -Thx I had 235/40R18 tires on 18x7.5 with a 45 offset (from my WRX). The rear tires would hit on dips...just a slight high pitched squeal and no marks, but not good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
congee Posted July 9, 2006 Author Share Posted July 9, 2006 As promised, here's some pictures of the installed rims... I went with the 18" x 7.5" +48 offset with 225/40/18 Yes.. its spec-b Wanna bes.... Enjoy!! Specail thanks to Keefe and Patagonian GT for clarifying eveyrthing up for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
congee Posted July 9, 2006 Author Share Posted July 9, 2006 The rear tires are perfectly flushed witht fenders.. as for the front.. there's was only a very very very minimal amount out. It was prefect for my taste Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted July 9, 2006 Share Posted July 9, 2006 Looks GREAT, although I do think you now need that subtle (H-tech) drop. Exel TZ-10's?? Love those wheels - had them on my Mazda6 and got lots of compliments. Looking at that I'd have to say the +48 offset was the right choice! Seek first to understand, then to be understood. In other words: SEARCH before you post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
congee Posted July 10, 2006 Author Share Posted July 10, 2006 Looks GREAT, although I do think you now need that subtle (H-tech) drop. Exel TZ-10's?? Love those wheels - had them on my Mazda6 and got lots of compliments. Looking at that I'd have to say the +48 offset was the right choice! Thanks!! I'm glade I went with the +48 too!! Perfectly flushed!! The rims are actually by IKON, but they're exactly the same as the Excels. I'm actually shopping around for the H-techs. I'll post another pic once that gets installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAHPSH Posted April 2, 2007 Share Posted April 2, 2007 back from the dead, but where did u get ur rims? i can only find Exels with 45 offset Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craesq Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 back from the dead, but where did u get ur rims? i can only find Exels with 45 offset I have 18x7.5 rims with 45mm offset on my LGT sedan. I even went with the wider 225-40-18 tires and the fit is perfect. There is no rubbing, even lowered 1.5" with my coilovers. I am not sure why people keep looking for 51mm offset and the like, unless you like the tucked in look. The wheels are still tucked a little bit in the back - you could go as low as 40mm in the back, but 45mm is about as far as I'd go in the front. I bet 43mm would work with 215mm tires. Good luck, Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
congee Posted April 7, 2007 Author Share Posted April 7, 2007 back from the dead, but where did u get ur rims? i can only find Exels with 45 offset The rims are by IKON. You can find more info here. http://www.ikonwheels.com/1dtm.php I'm a local dealer for these rims, if you need more info on them. PM me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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