hotbox05

yes. just becareful with any rim larger than 16. potholes can be hell but i've never had probs with the 17's on my supra , the 16's on my bimmer or the super thin 17's on my buddies integ then miata. it's all about attentive driving.

EastTNScionxB

Yeah......I have 17s on my IS300. I have hot some mega potholes when visiting other cities and fortunately nothing has happened. I appreciate all the help guys. I think I will go with the 215/35/18s then, and it's my lucky day.......Pirelli makes the P Nero Zero M+S in that size!

hotbox05

nice a m+s 17 lol. nothin like a low pro mudder lol .

EastTNScionxB

M+S 18! lol Even better! I only want them so I don't have to use different tires in the winter. We don't get enough snow here to make a difference.

Orataro

I'm running 215/35/18/8.5" and have no problems rubbing. In fact, I'd love to drop my xB even more with my Goldlines.

EastTNScionxB

The how on earth would a 215/40/18x7 rub at all? I am getting even more confused!

hotbox05

off set. that and they are decently wide.i mean stockers are 185/60/15's with what a 40mm offset. so u run a 32mm offset with 215 and a 2 inch drop with standard camber and rub city.

EastTNScionxB

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johnrz2007

you mean bigger wheels means that your odo runs slower? correct me if I'm wrong.

EastTNScionxB

Yes, I have been educated that it will run slower, but faster speeds on the speedo

johnrz2007

thanks

EastTNScionxB

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Craig_X1

I have 225/40/18 and get a slight bit of rub just before full lock. I think with anything smaller it would be ok. I have Enki RS6 18x7, offset of 38.

SenseiRick

I just finished ordering 18" Axis TC Evo for my Polar White XB
the rims are dark charcoal and I am painting the
white lip to match the car.......... I also ordered H&R 1.5" Springs
I plan on using 215/40/18 - to give it better protection against potholes...

I think the drop and the tire size should flush out perfectly..........

I also have 18" Motegi's w/ 225/40/18 & 255/35/18 + Eibach pro-Kit
on my s2000 and it works fine...





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hotbox05

damn people are runnin 225 tire setups? man that is just asking for rub. not a flame but hasn't anyone on here heard of rolling resistance. not only will that heavy rim tire combo slow you down but those super wide tires also slow you down. i mean they may yield a lil extra trac and cornering but man.

SenseiRick

Hey man I am running 225's on my Honda - that the perfect setup!

My friend has a TT Supra running 325 in the rear - how bout them apples!

225 front - 255 back on a sports car is normal??????????