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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 05:57 AM
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I would like to know what offset I should get for 18x7.5. All the would be appriciated.Thanks.
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 06:17 AM
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+35 looks nice! Almost flush.
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 05:45 PM
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Also wat size tire should I get?
Old Aug 14, 2006 | 05:52 PM
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^^225/40. That way if (or when{?}) its lowered, you shouldn't have a problem with rubbing.
Old Aug 16, 2006 | 06:06 AM
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With a 7.5 width wheel, I haven't seen many +35 offsets online. Usually online stores would sell them with a +40 or +42, sometimes a +48 even. The one I've been looking to get is a +40, although what's a couple mm, but it does insure that you dont rub I guess.
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^^Try these 2 sites if you're looking for a +38 or +35 offset.

Edgeracing.com

Discounttiredirect.com

Sure, there are lots of +45s, +42s, and even +40s offsets online. You just have to know where to look online for the other offsets.
Here's a pic of my 18" wheels with a +35 offset...

Its almost flush. I have VERY MINOR to no rubbing at all. (I'm on a TRD drop.) It all just depends on what look you like-tucked or flush.
Old Aug 18, 2006 | 07:29 PM
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Hey hyghgynx, on a 7.5 wheel would there be a difference between a +35 offset and a +40 offset as far as the way it looks? I know +40 would be tucked and would sit it more, but wasn't sure if it is a dramatic difference. I have Hotchkis springs which sit lower than your TRD's, so I think I have a chance of rubbing if I do get +35 offset.
Old Dec 6, 2006 | 05:25 PM
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Thanks for the help.
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check out www.americaneaglewheel.com.

sale going on these at

https://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=151582
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check out www.americaneaglewheel.com

sale going on these at

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