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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 03:47 AM
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im looking to get some 18 x 7.5 Enkei Evo 5's with a 35 offset...what tire size should i get?
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225/40
Old Oct 31, 2007 | 03:54 AM
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thats what i was thinking....i just dont want them to look ridiculously stretched
Old Oct 31, 2007 | 04:00 AM
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225/40 won't look stretched.
Old Oct 31, 2007 | 04:14 AM
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i'd get a higher offset too
Old Oct 31, 2007 | 04:23 AM
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why? i want a sort of deep lip feel, its either +45 or +35 offset
Old Oct 31, 2007 | 04:29 AM
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+35 is a rather low offset for the tC...if you're lowered, you might run into rubbing issues....

then again, you're not running a that wide of a rim...so you probably wont...
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makes sense don...i originally wanted to get some sport max 902's but ive heard bad things about the clear coat.

i know i wont run into any issues with the Enkei's like that
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I might agree with don on this.
you'll be extending 16mm from stock position and risk rubbing with a drop, or extend 6mm (+45 offset) with no rubbing.

and if you have the money, you can always pick up 5mm spacers to make it "more flush" if you decide to go with a higher offset.
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Default Re: what tire size should i get??

Originally Posted by sciontcnj
im looking to get some 18 x 7.5 Enkei Evo 5's with a 35 offset...
That's the PERFECT offset! I have a set of 5Zigens in the same size and offset. (225/40 tire size also.)

I'm on TRD Springs and incur zero rubbing. The only thing I would worry about is if you're lowered on S-Tech Springs.
Enkei is quality. Good choice on wheels!
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well ill roll the fenders then...since i am on S-techs.....

hyghgynx...lookin good bro
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