wheel/tire fitment/picture request

[Metal Angel]

So Im planning on doing the Ichiba 5 lug conversion so that I can actually have a few options of which wheels I can get. I want to get something pretty wide because right now my 195s have about as much traction as tap dancing shoes on ice. I really want to get the MB weapon or battle 17x9 with either a +30, +27 or +17. I have stock suspension. will any of these offsets work? I want it pretty flush and im not really into the fender roll (unless it is a very subtle amount) I would be willing to run some stretched tires if that helps. I also have future plans to get coilovers but right now I dont have the cash and no amount of suspension tuning will get my 195s to hold to the road the way I want them to so wheels and tires are priority one for me. Throw some suggestions my way and any photos would be much appreciated.

[simmode1]

1st Suggestion: Buy wheels after installing coilovers.2nd Suggestion: Of the sizes you mentioned, 17x9+17 all around would be best for a 240 with coilovers. The other offsets wouldn't fit up front.

17x9+17 all around, 235/40 & 245/40, megan coilovers

Courtesy of rimtuck.com

[OM3GA]

Mine are 17x9 +15 all the way around, I have the Ichiba 5 lug conv. all the way around as well.

[sr20detRcr1]

get some different wheels, everyone runs mb's

[keith0486]

^^^^ more pics of that s15 please that thing is sexy.

but to the op get coilovers over wheels first.

[simmode1]

but to the op get coilovers over wheels first.

Actually, if it were me, I'd do the bushings first, then coils, then wheels. Or all at the same time if possible.

[OM3GA]

Actually, if it were me, I'd do the bushings first, then coils, then wheels. Or all at the same time if possible.

I agree

get some different wheels, everyone runs mb's

That is true you see Mbs around ALOT now because of their good fitment possibilities and the fact that they arent nearly as expensive as most other wheels.. I bought them before a million people had them though hehehhe oh well!

[sr20detRcr1]

^^^^ more pics of that s15 please that thing is sexy.

but to the op get coilovers over wheels first.

gotta wait until tomorrow until we finish the fenders, thats just a teaaser

[Metal Angel]

Thanks guys. And yeah I realize that MBs are really common but i havnt seen anyone in my town with them. Plus they are cheap as sportmax but not as gay looking IMO.

[simmode1]

Plus they are cheap as sportmax but not as gay looking IMO.

Sportmax can look pretty good if you know what you're doing. But most don't, so they end up looking gay. I have a sportmax plan that should be pretty hot...

[Metal Angel]

Sportmax can look pretty good if you know what you're doing. But most don't, so they end up looking gay. I have a sportmax plan that should be pretty hot...

Im interested. What is your plan?

[simmode1]

I'm horrible at keeping secrets...

For a slammed white hatch...17x9 effective +20 gold 962's up front, 225/40's.18x9.5 effective +15 gold 507 out back, 235/35's.

All four wheels would have 3.25 lips. Plus, I like the idea that I can easily change the rear spokes to chrome if I want to. Everybody knows about the 962's, but ppl seem to be sleeping on these shiny bastards so far.

[Metal Angel]

1st Suggestion: Buy wheels after installing coilovers.2nd Suggestion: Of the sizes you mentioned, 17x9+17 all around would be best for a 240 with coilovers. The other offsets wouldn't fit up front.

17x9+17 all around, 235/40 & 245/40, megan coilovers

Courtesy of rimtuck.com

IMO your rear tires stick out just a little too far for me. I want to be able to be able to hold a level between the rim and the fender and have the bubble right in the middle. if I put 235s on the back would it be even with the fender? or should i be looking at 17x8s? or 8.5s?

[slim_240]

i'm about get some rpf1s 18x8.5 +30 in the front and 18x9.5 +15 in the rear with the ichiba front hubs. anyone knows if they'll fit right? they're gonna be sitting on stance gr+pros also with a ruca. will i have to pull and roll my fenders? i tried to find pics of this size mounted but none says they have aftermarket front fenders or pulled//rolled the rear. help!! i wanna decide before i order them

[simmode1]

My god, you two guys are being wimps...

IMO your rear tires stick out just a little too far for me. I want to be able to be able to hold a level between the rim and the fender and have the bubble right in the middle. if I put 235s on the back would it be even with the fender? or should i be looking at 17x8s? or 8.5s?

Stick with the 17x9+17's and stretch some 225/40's on there. Or even better, keep the tire sizes, pull the fenders, add a little camber and lower it some more.

BTW, that isn't my car.

i'm about get some rpf1s 18x8.5 +30 in the front and 18x9.5 +15 in the rear with the ichiba front hubs. anyone knows if they'll fit right? they're gonna be sitting on stance gr+pros also with a ruca. will i have to pull and roll my fenders? i tried to find pics of this size mounted but none says they have aftermarket front fenders or pulled//rolled the rear. help!! i wanna decide before i order them

I need to know if you're talking about an s13 or an s14 to make a recommendation. But for either chassis, the setup you listed is girly.

If it's an s13, I'd go with 17x9+22 up front and in the back 18x10+38 if you want easy fitting, max rubber or 18x10.5+15 if you wanna stretch, roll & pull. 235/40 up front and depending on with rear offset you go with, either 255/35 or 275/35 in back.

If it's an s14, I'd go 18x9.5+15 and 18x10.5+15. 255/40's up front and 275/40's out back.

These sizes should all be relatively easy to fit with some camber, rolling and maybe a tiny pull.
Modified by simmode1 at 9:15 PM 7/18/2009

[slim_240]

Quote »I need to know if you're talking about an s13 or an s14 to make a recommendation. But for either chassis, the setup you listed is girly.

If it's an s13, I'd go with 17x9+22 up front and in the back 18x10+38 if you want easy fitting, max rubber or 18x10.5+15 if you wanna stretch, roll & pull. 235/40 up front and depending on with rear offset you go with, either 255/35 or 275/35 in back.

If it's an s14, I'd go 18x9.5+15 and 18x10.5+15. 255/40's up front and 275/40's out back.

These sizes should all be relatively easy to fit with some camber, rolling and maybe a tiny pull.

[/quote]i want the tires to be as flush as possible with minimal tucking and minimal camber. i want the tires to last as long as possible! if i were to get different size tires for the front, how would my tire rotation go? would i have to dismount the tire and flip them since i'll be getting some directional tires?

i'm very new to this wheel thing so please excuse me. people tell me get the lowest offset possible so it'll have more of a lip.

it's for an s13 hatch. opinions??

thanks

[simmode1]

You can't just always get the lowest offset and think you're gonna be ok. Alot of thought needs to go into this. I can spit out a quick answer to you because I've been contemplating my next wheel setup for like a year now and I've already looked very deeply in the RPF1's. They are an excellent choice.

Judging by what you're wanting, this is what I'd recommend for your s13:17x9+22 235/40/1718x10+38 255/35/18

This is a very simple, great looking and non-girly setup. You should be able to fit this without any pulling or camber. You might need a roll depending on what tire brand you pick. Some brands are wider than others.

You won't be able to rotate your tires with any staggered setup though. That includes the one you proposed. If you want to rotate your tires, just run the 17x9+22 235/40/17's all around instead. It's less aggressize, but will achieve what you're wanting.
Modified by simmode1 at 11:37 AM 7/19/2009

[slim_240]

damnn 18x10?? will that sit flush and not look ridiculous? i think i will go with that aggressive set up that you suggested for me. what set-up are you thinking about going for yourself?

[simmode1]

damnn 18x10?? will that sit flush and not look ridiculous? i think i will go with that aggressive set up that you suggested for me. what set-up are you thinking about going for yourself?

Proof that those sizes will work...

5 Lug ConversionStoptech 13" Brakes Front (Only 18's or bigger will clear these)Z32 Brakes RearWedsSports TC-005's 18x8.5 +32 245/4018x10 +44 275/35Cusco CoiloversRolled Quarters

Again... not my car. Broadfield's old setup's front fitment is pretty tame by todays standards. But the rears are right on point to run maximum rubber with minimal work. All he did was a roll pretty much...

For me, I've got a handful of fitment ideas rattling around in my head. I mentioned one earlier in this thread, but the other ideas are pretty innovative (IMO) so I'm gonna keep them to myself unitl I get a chance to do them...
Modified by simmode1 at 3:59 PM 7/19/2009

[slim_240]

damn that looks real good. but with such a high offset, would i still have a staggered lip on those rpf1s?

what area you stayin at in euless??

[simmode1]

RPF1's don't really have much of a lip, they're all about the same, 2 inches or less anyways. If you want fat lips, you're gonna need to pick a different wheel design.

I stay in Euless, but I'm moving soon, so location is in the air. Catch up with me on Dallasimports.net, same screen name.

We really should end this threadjack now. It was kinda rude to run away with Metal_Angel's thread for an unrelated question...

[AZ89two4Tsx]

get some different wheels, everyone runs mb's

Dude.....more pics please.

[boycottdrifttuners]

yea, id like to see some more pics of that as well^^^^^

on another note, i got a question about wheel fitment as well.im running 245/40's all around on a 17X9.5 +17 all around on an 89 s13 chassis.tein coils and skyline gtr front brakes.im looking at picking up some 17X9+32 xxr 962 wheels and keeping my rubber from the old rims(its new). im not sure the camber set up, but it's not stock. will these rims with that high of an offset clear brakes and coils with the 245 tire? if not what size of spacer will make it work?any input is appreciated.thanks in advance.

[simmode1]

962's are 17x9+35. If you use 15mm spacers all around, you should be able to retain you 245/40 tires. I'd expect some rubbing up front though. You may need to 'massage' (aka pound it with a rubber mallet) the fender lining to clear those tires or pull the lining out all together...

[boycottdrifttuners]

well, i should be safe then, i have wide body fiberglass panels all around.

[boycottdrifttuners]

what would a 17X9- 0 offset do for an 89 s13 chassis?with245 40s. again, my panels are a bit wider than stock, but not much.

[simmode1]

Here. This is as close as I could find in the 30 seconds that I felt like looking...

http://www.rimtuck.com/setup.php?id=416