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Old Mar 12, 2009 | 05:31 AM
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As most of you know, I'm pretty darn low. My friend is getting rid of some wheels for a very good price and I'm interested even thought the specs are kind of weird.

The wheels are 18X7 +40, so I'm wondering what would be the best route for tires. I want to tuck tire like I am now, but I don't want a lot of sidewall.

I was thinking a 215/35/18 or a 215/40/18.

What would keep me closest to stock size? I really do not want to raise my car at all, I feel it's at the perfect height and I can't deal with any more camber and/or fender pulling.

Thanks in advance
Old Mar 12, 2009 | 10:57 PM
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Hit the following link;

http://www.rims-n-tires.com/rt_specs.jsp

Use that page to plug in your numbers and you'll be able to answer your own question.

Enjoy!
Old Mar 13, 2009 | 03:57 AM
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Thanks man! Looks like I can fit a 215/40.
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go with the 40's you'll be fine with that offset... maybe even a 205 or somethin to give you a little extra clearance
Old Mar 13, 2009 | 04:11 AM
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will the 205 give me a little stretch dave? If so that might be perfect.
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