Need some help on wheels and fitment

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Hey what's going on guys I read the wheel thread and I just want to make sure I did my calculations correct. I am ordering work emotion d9r 18 8.5 32 offset in front with 245 35 18 tires the calculations it should put the inch on the outside which I have and inch of space currently to the outside to spare. On the rear I went with 18 9.5 38 offset 275 35 18 tires which should put 1/2 to the inside and 1/2 to the outside. Just making sure I did the calculations correct and this will work without rolling the fenders. I just want a flush look I will not be lowering the car to sink the rims into the wheel wells. Thank you for the help in advance!!!!!!


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Check against the posts on rimtuck.com

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No info on that site available

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Actually found a website willtheyfit.com worked pretty well at showing old setup compared to new setup

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Should work fine, very similar setup to mine.
Gram lights 57 optimise. 18x8.5 +28 offset 255/35/18; 18x9.5 +38 offset 275/35/18.

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Awesome thanks man.....did you have to roll the fenders at all I am trying to avoid that at all costs

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Nope, but I’m lowered 0.8” with eibach springs and 300 degree camber kit.

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Okay cool I got tein flex z coilovers and adjustable everything "camber arms tension rods traction control etc" so I should be okay hopefully

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Some older pics

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Nice it looks really good!!!!! Do you think they would run if you dropped it a little lower

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I think another 1/2” would be fine still.

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Awesome I cant wait to get everything in I appreciate the help once again!!!!!

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Rimtuck has at least 3 cars listed (I just checked) with very similar setups to what you're asking about (different cars for front and rear). Willtheyfit gives you information that you could figure out with just the numbers on your car (still a good tool to use). When you're at the limit of fitment the difference in a couple degrees of camber or even the tire sidewall design and tread width will make a difference. Two different brand 225/35 tires will have enough of a difference in tread width where one may rub while the other JUST fits. If you're close to the limit I suggest you do extensive research. Or just shoot from the hip, buy the wheels and tries and then be stuck with something that rubs or forces you to go with a lot of positive camber. Also be careful because the front calipers on the Z32 are very wide and are usually what causes fitment problems.

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With so many different scenarios and possablitlies with different outcomes I guess I will just have to order and hope for the best I cant get a straight answer from anyone if the setup I'm getting will run or not 😞

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I really appreciate the help though guys this is one of those trail and error scenarios I guess

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I’m confident the wheels will fit without issues. Don’t forget the hub rings.

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Awesome thanks for the heads up on the rings I just ordered a set 73.1-66.1. I'll post some pics when I get it all on👍👍


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