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Originally Posted by Bg8780
Hey guys. I'm new to all these tire/wheel measurements and I'm learning slowly what goes with what. When I go home this summer I plan on picking up either the Enkei Raijin's 18x9.5 or the RS05-RR Enkeis in 18x9.5.
http://ft86speedfactory.com/enkei-bl...et-of-662.html
http://ft86speedfactory.com/enkei-rs...4pcs-1057.html
I have a few questions.
What is the appropriate tire size for these wheels? I plan on wrapping these in Michelin Pilot A/S3's. I've read great things about that tire. This is strictly a fun daily driver as it is my only car. I don't have the money right now to autocross or track the car and I don't plan on doing any suspension work anytime soon. Ladyfriend already complains about getting out of the car 
With stock suspension am I looking at getting any rubbing or similar issues going up to a 18x9.5? I'm really looking for a direct replacement, just a bit bigger and wider.
Also, what would I have to look into when it comes to swapping over the TPMS?
Thanks in advance for the help. I'm trying to research all this but the only computer I have access to is on a government network so it is very slow and EVERYTHING is blocked lol |
A word of advice. Dont put anything that is more than 8" wide on a not lowered FRS. Otherwise it will look like an offroad truck
That being said, I dont see you mentioning any offset of the rims, which is important to answer your question.
If you dont lower your car on coilovers, you will have problems clearing the front inner struits. Anything with a highter offset than +38 will rub. Also be aware that a 9.5X18 with +38 (or lower) will poke out quiet a bit. It will not rub outside, but it will look offroadish if not lowered.
Now on the tire side, on a 9.5" wheel you should fit at least 245/35/18 tires. It will strech a bit, but not much you can do about it as the front is limited again by the inner struit.
So bottom line:
If you do not plan to lower your car, take 8" Wheels max.
If you plan to lower your car with springs, take 8.5" Wheels and have no tire strech, or 9.5" wheels and have some tire strech
If you plan to lower on coilovers, take whatever option you like since you will have more room in front (the coilover struits are smaller than the stock struits) and can also play a bit with camber settings
EDIT: Just saw the offset was in the links you posted. +43 and +45, the will rub in the front with stock supsension