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Old Nov 5, 2011 | 06:17 PM
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20x10.5 on front?

I have 4 20x10.5 wheels with a 35 offset. I know I can run 2 in the back no problem, but what about the front? I was told I probably can run a very low profile tire, and spacers, and roll the fenders, but I don’t really want to do this if it’s a hassle. I also don't want to have the wheel sticking out look.

Am I better off to just get rid of these wheels? Seems like they would be better suited for a SUV or something.
 
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Old Nov 6, 2011 | 12:06 AM
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The 2 problems I can only see is that the offset is so high that the inner part of the wheel WILL hit your suspension... The other problem is that you will have to run a stretched tire...

So, from my experience, you WILL have to run at least a 10-15mm spacer and also a 245/35/20 tire... with that you will be fine...

And also flatten out the front fenders from the inside... GL
 
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Old Nov 7, 2011 | 05:05 PM
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Ok thanks. My only concern is I don't want the wheels to stick out too much past the fender. I'd like the wheels to be as flush as possible.

Do think this will look weird?

Also, how much of a stretch do you think will be required for the tires?
 
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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 07:50 PM
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It will poke past the fender for sure... If you want a nice stretch go with a 245/35/20... Depending on the brand, the tire will stretch differnetly... I usually go with Falken fk452/Federal ss595/Nexen n3000/5000... They are cheaper in price, they stretch well, and I've never had a problem with either of those...

I can't say if it will look weird or not... It's personal preference... Some people like their wheels to poke some don't... I personally like when they poke out a little and the fender is close to the sidewall... It's up to you...
 
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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 07:58 PM
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^ you just suggested some of the worst tires to stretch lol

If you plan to stretch then you LIKE the look of poke.

You can run a 25mm spacer before you even need to start stretching. Run a 30mm spacer and run a mild stretch (like 255/35) and pull the hardware outta your fender liner.

That all depends on how low you want to go though.

EDIT, just read you don't even want to stretch.

Run a 25mm spacer and select a tire that will work well with the rear. What are your plans for the rear?
 
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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 08:08 PM
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I didn't "suggest" any tires, I posted what brands I use and feel comfortable with and that have worked for me...
 
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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 11:05 PM
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Purposefully or not, you suggested them as a tire that stretches well.

Falken, bubble and explode even under a mild stretch also don't have true sizing throughout the tread widths.
Federals stretch ugly and stretch uneven through all the sizes. (IE 225 stretches small while 245 stretches large, however 275 stretches true)
Nexen.... I shouldn't need to go there. This company is notorious for sidewall separations and just straight up **** compounds.

I have to ask, (because I've never really seen you post) what does your car look like? If you've stretched 3 different brands of tires with good experiences you've been in the fitment game a little while....

Not being a *****, just sayin'
 
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