Offset / fitment question...will I need to roll fenders?
#1
Offset / fitment question...will I need to roll fenders?
I'm looking at getting a set of Enkei RPF1s, 18x9.5 all around. From what I can see, this rim only comes in a +15 or a +35 offset. I was thinking about +15 all around...I want the same size rim so I can rotate them, and the same size tire to correct understeer issues. Obviously the rears will fit, but I'm not so sure about the fronts. Is anyone here running a set up like this? And for those running this specific rim, do they clear the Brembos?
As for why I'm looking at the RPF1s...I track my car from time to time, so I want something lightweight, yet durable. But I'm not as baller as most of the people on here...I can't afford Volk, Work, HRE, BBS, etc. RPF1s are lightweight, inexpensive, and I like the design. And I DON'T want to roll my fenders, and can't afford a widebody kit. So...yeah.
If they won't fit, anyone got suggestions on what rims I can get that are comparable in size and price? (Could have a set of these shipped for $1500, but not wanting to spend more than $2000 or so for wheels and tires.)
As for why I'm looking at the RPF1s...I track my car from time to time, so I want something lightweight, yet durable. But I'm not as baller as most of the people on here...I can't afford Volk, Work, HRE, BBS, etc. RPF1s are lightweight, inexpensive, and I like the design. And I DON'T want to roll my fenders, and can't afford a widebody kit. So...yeah.
If they won't fit, anyone got suggestions on what rims I can get that are comparable in size and price? (Could have a set of these shipped for $1500, but not wanting to spend more than $2000 or so for wheels and tires.)
#4
It's not lowered, yet...but I've got Tanabe Sustec Pro 5 coilovers on the way. And I plan to drop it as much as I can without having to buy other suspension components for correct alignment.
Also forgot to mention that it's an '03 coupe.
Edit: Looking at 18", not 19". And I'll be running 255s.
Further clarification: I guess I don't mind rolling the fenders, but I don't want to have to PULL them.
Also forgot to mention that it's an '03 coupe.
Edit: Looking at 18", not 19". And I'll be running 255s.
Further clarification: I guess I don't mind rolling the fenders, but I don't want to have to PULL them.
Last edited by Alteus; 04-08-2008 at 04:52 PM.
#5
Originally Posted by Alteus
It's not lowered, yet...but I've got Tanabe Sustec Pro 5 coilovers on the way. And I plan to drop it as much as I can without having to buy other suspension components for correct alignment.
Also forgot to mention that it's an '03 coupe.
Edit: Looking at 18", not 19". And I'll be running 255s.
Further clarification: I guess I don't mind rolling the fenders, but I don't want to have to PULL them.
Also forgot to mention that it's an '03 coupe.
Edit: Looking at 18", not 19". And I'll be running 255s.
Further clarification: I guess I don't mind rolling the fenders, but I don't want to have to PULL them.
-GP-
#6
I'm gonna roll my fenders when I get the time to do it carefully. I have 235/50 18's on the old six spoke 18X8 350z wheels with 30 mm offset. I shimmed up my rear springs to keep from rubbing. I still get it though when I have people in the back. I had two voluptuous ladies in the back seat the other day and it was not fun hearing that scrubbing every time I went across a bump or dip in the road or something! lol I'm afraid of what might happen if (when) I lower, though. I'm either getting 235/40's or the 235/45's, which would be stock overall diameter. 235/45's are the freakin' most expensive, though!
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