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Old Jan 28, 2010 | 07:16 PM
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Alright I am looking at a set of wheels for the tC they're 19x8.5 +35. My drop is right around 2" front and rear, will I see a fair amount of rubbing or should I be alright? I am also gonna run 5mm spacers in the rear as well so basically be +30 in the rear. Tires will more than likely be 225-35-19 Falken FK451's.

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Old Jan 28, 2010 | 07:32 PM
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Depends on the aspect ratio of your tires. You will rub a little if your ratio were at 35 and rub moderate at 40.
Old Jan 28, 2010 | 07:56 PM
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225-35-19 -35 or 30 Falking FK451's. it good to go
Old Jan 28, 2010 | 10:10 PM
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Actually, you will need to roll your rear fender with those spacer in the back with 30 offset. The front fenders may need modifications as well.
Old Jan 28, 2010 | 11:01 PM
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I think my plans have changed some, I have to replace on of my current wheels as it was messed up. So i'm gonna get a replacement and get them refinished.

Thanks though for the help.
Old Jan 29, 2010 | 07:20 PM
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Thanks for the thread. Your concern is similar to mine. I'm considering 18 x 9.5 (XXR 502) with a 35 offset. It appears I will probably not have any rub issues with a 225 or even a 235 tire, preferably the former. Thanks again.
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