18x8.5 et17 w/ 225/40/18s ... will it rub coilover? *PICS*

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rps13teck
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just wondering since i found a good deal on the tires. i really want 215/35/18 but whatever. just wondering if the wheels would rub the coilover without spacers? or would i need a spacer?

stock fender with the wheel liner taking off, will get 30mm fenders soon. dont care if rubbing fender

well heres some pictures for your time..

stich evolutions 18x8.5 et17, 18x10 et11 225/40/18 bridgestone s03's.. 30mm rear overfenders

mock up fit test with 30mm overs
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fronts
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rear
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OM3GA
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Are you wondering if it will rub the front or rear?

rps13teck
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sorry just the fronts. thes rear fit fine, they just pokes out alot w/o overs... lol

rps13teck
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anyone?

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mattblancarte
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If you end up needing spacers, they'll be small. 5-10mm should fix any coil rub.

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nismobenzo
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i have 17x9+20 and have clearance..you should be fine

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Gabes13
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Yeah,
Those wont rub

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240lookis
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agreed, it wont rub. more pics when its all fitted!

rps13teck
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i should have them mounted today :)


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