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spiller · 07-02-2012, 12:05 AM

Do those % take into account tyre stretch Jeff? If not id say the 35 would be just about spot on with stock since the 245 will stretch over the wider rim.

Jeff Lange · 07-02-2012, 12:08 AM

They do not take that into account. You are correct.

Jeff

CoRi J · 07-02-2012, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by spiller

yeah 35s are the best way to go. I'm going to run 245/35 on my 9.5 +38 work emotions when they arrive. If you run the car low you *shouldnt* have to roll the fenders at all with that size tyre.

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Originally Posted by Jeff Lange

Way taller than stock though, and throws your speedo accuracy way out. It's 8.4% taller than stock size. 35's are 0.5% taller, 40's are 4.5% taller.

I probably wouldn't even run 40's, nevermind 45's.

Jeff

K cool thanks..you guys like 35's and I like 40 size..nothing wrong with that.

armythug · 07-02-2012, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by CoRi J

45's are safer for the roads down here to be honest, so 40's would probably be ideal

It depends on where you live too. I used to live in New Orleans. Man I had some low profile tires. New Orleans has some killer pot holes when it rains. I had some OZ superleggeras. saw a puddle in the road and didnt think it was that deep. Bam goodbye rim.

Not sure if the size of the tire would have saved the wheel to be honest.

CoRi J · 07-02-2012, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by armythug

It depends on where you live too. I used to live in New Orleans. Man I had some low profile tires. New Orleans has some killer pot holes when it rains. I had some OZ superleggeras. saw a puddle in the road and didnt think it was that deep. Bam goodbye rim.

Not sure if the size of the tire would have saved the wheel to be honest.

Yeah that'd be a bad situation. Whenever I need to replace the tires I'll see what good deals are out there. If 35's are on sale then I may go with 35's. I've always done 40's just for the fact they look just right for my style. 80% of my driving consists of driving to and from work so the tread will probably last for a long time.

There is some drag on the car due to the weight but where I live and where my work is I don't even go above 45mph so I don't notice the performance loss.

SmartedPanda · 07-03-2012, 02:00 AM

The rear looks really nice, wish they were a bit lighter, not even alot, stock 17" are 41 pounds!

CoRi J · 07-05-2012, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by SmartedPanda

The rear looks really nice, wish they were a bit lighter, not even alot, stock 17" are 41 pounds!

Thanks! The weight that I posted for each will was including a tire on it and not the wheel by itself. I think the OEM wheel is about 20 LBS and the Rota's i have are about 21-23lbs per wheel alone.

DarrenDriven · 07-12-2012, 02:51 PM

Have you lowered the car yet? I'm curious to see if you have any rubbing issues in the front at full lock.

CoRi J · 07-13-2012, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DarrenDriven

Have you lowered the car yet? I'm curious to see if you have any rubbing issues in the front at full lock.

Not yet. I'll probably have it lowered by September if not earlier. I'm saving up for coilovers

zex · 07-16-2012, 12:48 AM

What are your opinions for 18x9.5 +35 for the rear?

dori. · 07-16-2012, 08:07 AM

wouldn't it be nearly identical to what's in this thread? that's only 3mm more out. Less than 1/8". But the look and feel etc is going to depend on your tire in the end

zex · 07-16-2012, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by dori.

wouldn't it be nearly identical to what's in this thread? that's only 3mm more out. Less than 1/8". But the look and feel etc is going to depend on your tire in the end

Oh ok thanks
Dont know much about wheels was afraid of hurting the suspension or something

Do Boy · 08-12-2012, 08:07 PM

I ordered a staggered set from wheeldude a while back. Finally had time/MONEY(lol) to get tires and mount them. Also got the Eibach Pro Kit springs for the drop. (Sorry, I forgot to take pics of the springs and drop process)

Wheels:
Front -18x8.5 +44
Rear - 18x9.5 +38
Tires:
Front - 225/40/18
Rear - 245/40/18

Before:

After:
before drop-

after drop-

And one from the Scion FR-S Test Drive event in Houston:

And one from a photo shoot yesterday:

Lee358 · 08-12-2012, 08:11 PM

Do the 8.5s rub at all with the car lowered?

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