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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 04:01 PM
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Hey everyone, as you all know I ordered 17" Konig Freefalls, BUT im wondering how 18's look on a 2" drop, any problems scrapping as well? Please post pics of 18's on a 2 inch drop, id really appreciate it... Thanks
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Here are 18x7.5 42mm offset Driv Royale wheels and slightly oversized ( 215/40/18 ) tires on a 2 Inch drop. This combo for me has a very slight rub at full left and full right turns (if you bury the steering wheel hard they just rub the subframe forward of the wheels. If you used the normal 215/35/18 tire this setup would likely never rub.

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I have a 2 inch lower and 18 inch rims
run a 215/35/18
and I dont have any rub...

it's not very good on pot holes though
Old Feb 15, 2007 | 01:39 AM
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This topic needs to get resurfaced thats such a nice color
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Thanks man!! Here is couple more pics for ya.



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I run 18 215 35 18 with coilovers dropped about 3" plus and no problems
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P215/35R18 -- perfect.



Holy crap -- I just realized how old this post was ................
Old Apr 3, 2008 | 12:30 AM
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Of course 215/35/18's are fine. They are the stock size for 18's on the xB. The only drawback is a hard ride. The 40 series softens the ride alot more than you would think.
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