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Old Jun 15, 2013 | 09:53 PM
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:/. Up to the op. just wanted to throw that out there.
It's not really up to the OP they fit fine lol that's a fact plus the OP you're referring to isnt even the OP this thread is old lol
 
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Old Jun 15, 2013 | 11:06 PM
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I actually have the same exact question (have 2003 g35 coupe, stock height / suspension, have no plans of lowering, but actually I don't want to use spacers either compared to OP). I've done some research and looks like the best size to go with, in my situation, would be 245/35/19 and 255/40/19. Any other sizes I should be looking at? Thanks in advance
 
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Old Jun 16, 2013 | 09:39 AM
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talk to Neal from tirerack. He's helped me out a lot. Smart guy with great recommendations and answers for all your questions.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2013 | 10:06 PM
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Originally Posted by vinsanity_2_k
I actually have the same exact question (have 2003 g35 coupe, stock height / suspension, have no plans of lowering, but actually I don't want to use spacers either compared to OP). I've done some research and looks like the best size to go with, in my situation, would be 245/35/19 and 255/40/19. Any other sizes I should be looking at? Thanks in advance
Why bother changing from stock setup if you aren't trying to size up the tire for a more flush look? The additional width/traction doesn't really matter on a fully stock car that is just a street car/dd.
 
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Old Jun 18, 2013 | 04:10 AM
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Originally Posted by KrazySouthG35
It's not really up to the OP they fit fine lol that's a fact plus the OP you're referring to isnt even the OP this thread is old lol
I meant it's up to him whether he buys it or not.
 
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Old Jun 19, 2013 | 11:07 AM
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I would stay conservative an go the 225/245 oe sizes. The spacers are moving the entire assembly further away from the car and closer to the fender. Add tire width on top of that and you may have rub issues.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2013 | 12:40 AM
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Why bother changing from stock setup if you aren't trying to size up the tire for a more flush look? The additional width/traction doesn't really matter on a fully stock car that is just a street car/dd.
Maybe I'm missing something but going with 245 and 255 width would be wider than the 225/245 stock 19 inch tire sizes, therefore it would be more flush. The stock tire sizes look pretty sunken into the wheel fender, which is why I think the 245/255 tire size would be better. If there is a better tire size combo to use for my specific situation (2003 coupe, stock suspension, and don't plan on using spacers) I'd love to hear the input that is why I asked the question.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2013 | 01:25 AM
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Originally Posted by vinsanity_2_k
Maybe I'm missing something but going with 245 and 255 width would be wider than the 225/245 stock 19 inch tire sizes, therefore it would be more flush. The stock tire sizes look pretty sunken into the wheel fender, which is why I think the 245/255 tire size would be better. If there is a better tire size combo to use for my specific situation (2003 coupe, stock suspension, and don't plan on using spacers) I'd love to hear the input that is why I asked the question.
To be flush flush, most people would say you need 25/30 spacers. I ran 25/25 with 255 rear tire and I would say I still needed to go to 30 rear spacers to be flush. So ya sizing up just your tire might do a bit, but it really isn't going to make you flush at all...
 
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Old Jun 20, 2013 | 06:29 PM
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Hey guys, I just recently started looking into spacer kits myself and ran into a couple of what ifs... So basically after doing some research, I figured that 20f/25r displacement would be perfect for my 05 G which is sitting on 225/19/40f and 245/19/40r, if you guys are having trouble deciding on what size spacers you want, this helped me out.
Ok, so now my question is, since the wheels will be out further on the hubs, wouldn't there a lot more stress placed on the hub it self, the suspension, and the camber...? I read that it's not a good idea to displace tires extremely for the fact that it puts extra wear on the car. I don't know if this is true or not and was wondering if some one could clear it up for me. I also heard that I just have to be more cautious on turns and take it slow. BUT I LOVE banking corners, so I would hate having to go slow. Lastly, if I am going to do this, do you guys recommend a specific hub spacer? I read that the centric hub spacer is the way to go, any specific company? Appreciate the feedback guys.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2013 | 03:17 PM
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Short answer is that, yes, of course it places some additional stress on the hubs, but will you ever see the effects of that added stress? Much harder to answer. Certainly extreme spacers and very high offset wheels will have increase the wear rate, but you'd have to get pretty extreme with it. I've been running 15/20 f/r on my Rays for 3 years and have had no issues so far. I can't imagine 20/25 will be much worse.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2013 | 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by PJ2zero9
Hey guys, I just recently started looking into spacer kits myself and ran into a couple of what ifs... So basically after doing some research, I figured that 20f/25r displacement would be perfect for my 05 G which is sitting on 225/19/40f and 245/19/40r, if you guys are having trouble deciding on what size spacers you want, this helped me out.
http://youtu.be/BXuNrXyO7Hc
Ok, so now my question is, since the wheels will be out further on the hubs, wouldn't there a lot more stress placed on the hub it self, the suspension, and the camber...? I read that it's not a good idea to displace tires extremely for the fact that it puts extra wear on the car. I don't know if this is true or not and was wondering if some one could clear it up for me. I also heard that I just have to be more cautious on turns and take it slow. BUT I LOVE banking corners, so I would hate having to go slow. Lastly, if I am going to do this, do you guys recommend a specific hub spacer? I read that the centric hub spacer is the way to go, any specific company? Appreciate the feedback guys.
Why not just invest in a wider wheel/tire combo.
It'll make your experience much better.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2013 | 10:53 PM
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Thanks for the answer, I guess I will go with 20/25 with my OEMs. Do you recommend any specific kind? I know that the one piece hub centric spacers will have little to none vibrations and saw the DIY that can get rid of any vibrations.

And I still have plenty of tread on my tires and will probably going wider when I have to replace them.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2013 | 10:57 PM
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I still have a pair of top of the line 30mm spacers for sale brand new with lifetime warranty for $95 shipped if anyone needs them
 
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Old Jun 25, 2013 | 12:34 AM
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Originally Posted by PJ2zero9
Thanks for the answer, I guess I will go with 20/25 with my OEMs. Do you recommend any specific kind? I know that the one piece hub centric spacers will have little to none vibrations and saw the DIY that can get rid of any vibrations.

And I still have plenty of tread on my tires and will probably going wider when I have to replace them.
Seems like you know what you want now.
I would go with that.
 
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Old Jun 25, 2013 | 12:58 AM
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I'm trying haha, now I just need to figure out if I want new suspension, sway bars, camber kit etc... Time to do more research
 
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