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Old Aug 10, 2006 | 07:53 PM
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Sup guys,

If I was to get 18" rims, and if i wanted to keep the same wheel gap would I have to raise the height of my car?

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Old Aug 10, 2006 | 09:06 PM
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Not too sure, but I think you'd just have to get tires with a lower sidewall.
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And I don't think coilovers offer stock height.
Old Aug 10, 2006 | 09:20 PM
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i would perfer to have my ideal height before the allign and balance the new rims. Thanks for the reply though!
Old Aug 10, 2006 | 09:26 PM
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the wheel gap will be determined by the overall diameter of the tire. So long as you pick an 18" the same final size as the OEM tire, it will sit the same height. Unfortunately, in 18s, the 225/40 is 1/2" taller than stock, and the 225/35 is 1/2" shorter. Take your pick.
Old Aug 11, 2006 | 06:49 PM
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thanks doC!
Old Aug 16, 2006 | 02:43 PM
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Also depending on how low you will be you might need to check out www.ingallseng.com and get that camber dialed back in to factory spec
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