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Old Jun 18, 2009 | 03:47 AM
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Old Jun 18, 2009 | 04:55 AM
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18x7.5 with 225/40 for whichever you choose. They both seem a little too busy to me, but then again I'm an old man, and I have no idea what your future plans include.
Old Jun 18, 2009 | 12:17 PM
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i thought the silver xbs where 09. and bumping blue off the lineup
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blackberrys got bumped this year
Old Jun 18, 2009 | 01:56 PM
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when does hipnotic teal get bumped?
Old Jun 19, 2009 | 01:36 PM
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Wheels are probably one of the most personal decisions you can make; put on "what moves you".
There's nothing wrong with either of those wheels, they will both give your box a lot more personality.
That having been said, I personally like gunmetal on CSM, since you asked.

18x7.5 +48 will put the face of the wheel out about 3/8" closer to the edge of the fenders.
18x7.5 +42 will put the face of the wheel out about 5/8" closer to the edge of the fenders.
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Old Jun 28, 2009 | 11:31 PM
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What springs are you lowered on, or do you plan to be?

This should really be about which wheel you like better, because with 225/40 tires, they should both work with most drop springs. I only gave you the distances that the different offsets would result in, so that you would know.
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Personally I like NF210's better (that's what I'm riding on), but IIRC you want a more aggressive drop. You can always check for local Scion enthusiasts in your area to help with the spring install.

You'll be fine on DF's with either wheel, so get whichever you like best.
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Old Jun 29, 2009 | 01:52 AM
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Originally Posted by pyroman131
Will I have wheel and tire sticking out away from the box after the drop?
No, in fact you could even run 235/40-18 tires with the +48 offset, and nothing would stick out at all.
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Old Jun 29, 2009 | 04:14 AM
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You're very welcome.
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