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Old 08-05-2009, 05:47 AM
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OK, so I recently purchased a set of wheels. Specs are 18x8.5/9.5 +32, and am needing some assistance w/ which springs to get? I've been searching and really like the Tein H-Tech springs but am worried that the rear will be too low once they settle. So I'm thinking that they Tanabe NF's will be a better choice. Thanks in advance guys...
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With stretched tires & rolled fenders you'll be fine with either set of springs.

Do you already have tires on the wheels, and are they on the xB yet?
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Thanks for the quick response Cionide! I haven't put them on yet, I sent them out for refinishing. Since you brought up tires (even though it's not the wheel/tire). Any recommendations for tire specs. I will be rolling the fenders, Thanks again
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As long as you roll the fenders, I'd say 215/40 on the front, and 235/40 on the rear, to make sure no rubbing with such an aggressive offset.
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I was thinking along the same specs. Hopefully I get the wheels back from truwheel soon so I can get these on the car. I'll post up pix when I do. Thanks again, Cionide. Greatly Appreciated
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You're welcome; looking forward to pics.
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Placed order for the Tein H-Tech springs. BIG Thanks to Stuart and Last Look Customs for the best price and quick response!
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Old 08-13-2009, 06:13 PM
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Just received these from FedEx (Dampachi not Incl.)



Will be installed this weekend, and still waiting to get my wheels back from repair/restoration. Thanks again to Stuart from Last-Look Customs
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The Tein doll is pretty cool, haha! Get those springs installed and let see the ride! [:
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