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Old Dec 19, 2008 | 03:03 AM
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I was wondering what most people think as far as lowering vehicle in relation to rim sizes, mainly for some suggestions as to what I could/should do to my tC. I was thinking either lowering 1.5" and slapping on 19" rims, or lowering 2.25" and putting on 18" rims. Any opinions, thoughts, or suggestions?
Old Dec 19, 2008 | 03:06 AM
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you should check out the suspension threads, 19s are pretty big and probally would only look good with a body kit. i would stay stick with 17-18's and a decenet 1.5-2" drop. anything more with 18's you'll have to pay attention to the offset before you start rubbing.
Old Dec 19, 2008 | 03:10 AM
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Dont go with 19's...consider 18's for a daily driver and a mild drop. 19's suck with ride quality and u may have to roll the fenders...19's make the car look all raised up...
Old Dec 19, 2008 | 03:10 AM
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18''s and s-techs or h-techs ..... depends on ur roads
Old Dec 19, 2008 | 05:22 AM
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Awesome thanks all ^_^
Old Dec 19, 2008 | 09:36 AM
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im on 18s with stechs and its a perfect combo.
Old Dec 19, 2008 | 12:27 PM
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i like the rims that came with the car
Old Dec 19, 2008 | 04:09 PM
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Originally Posted by XjoeyX
im on 18s with stechs and its a perfect combo.
best combo out there. check my pictures that what i run
Old Dec 19, 2008 | 09:07 PM
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go low and get some 18s. don't forget to upgrade the shocks
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