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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 01:14 AM
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Ok so I am looking at buying 18x7.5 and I plan on lowering with tein S tech springs with 225/40-18 would you go with a 45mm offset or 35mm offset? I think i read that both will fit so I am looking for opinions and pics if they are available!
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I would get 35 offset...

correct me if im wrong but 45 is the stock offset
Old Jun 4, 2006 | 01:18 AM
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whats important is that not to mess w/ the camber link things if you dont have to. i know a guy that has them and said that his car is a lot louder now w/ them. If you have to use them ...then u have to ...if you dont have the product and can get around not using them ...i think thats the better option.
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Originally Posted by chubster41
I would get 35 offset...

correct me if im wrong but 45 is the stock offset
Stock offset is 35.
Old Jun 4, 2006 | 01:53 AM
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Originally Posted by nytlemgr
Originally Posted by chubster41
I would get 35 offset...

correct me if im wrong but 45 is the stock offset
Stock offset is 35.
no stock 17x7 wheels are +45.

go with the 35 offset. will fit better and look better.
Old Jun 4, 2006 | 01:56 AM
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I was leaning towards the 35...
Old Jun 4, 2006 | 01:59 AM
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Originally Posted by DuMa
Originally Posted by nytlemgr
Originally Posted by chubster41
I would get 35 offset...

correct me if im wrong but 45 is the stock offset
Stock offset is 35.
no stock 17x7 wheels are +45.

go with the 35 offset. will fit better and look better.
Opps, you are right!!
Old Jun 4, 2006 | 02:04 AM
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So for any reason does anybody think 45 is the way to go since everybody says 35 is the better option? If you think 45 give your reason why.
Old Jun 4, 2006 | 02:13 AM
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the key is to get the rims flush to the fender. Other wise the wheels are sunk under the car, like battleship!
Old Jun 4, 2006 | 02:16 AM
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yea i know that.... so are you saying 35 too?
Old Jun 4, 2006 | 02:44 AM
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+35. That's what I have and I'm a little sunk in the back, but the front looks flush. Also, here's a little help for you...

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Old Jun 4, 2006 | 02:58 AM
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good link man god look




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