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I have problems with 275's in the front with 25mm offset. The rub under extreme driving conditions.
What wheel width and offset? I run a 275 front on 17x9.5" +30 wheels without issue, as well as 17x10" +20 with a 275. The 17x10 +25 with a 275 was >< close to rubbing on the inside, so I decided to run a small shim spacer. Some do, some don't - the Hoosiers run a little wider than other 275 tires.
You can get the shim-type spacers at most any auto store or speedshop. Ebay 'em if you have the time, they should be cheap. I think I have at least one extra set - can check if you're interested and not in a huge rush.
18 X 10 +25 offset. I thought about running a 5mm spacer to avoid the rub.
Do you run those with 275s all around and which end needs the spacer to avoid rubbing? I ask because I'm in the market for wheels and tires and am thinking of that size wheel (or 18x9.5) and 275s all around. Thanks for any info.
Oops. Nevermind. I see that you are, indeed, running 275s all around.
Last edited by Stillen Z; Dec 15, 2009 at 10:21 PM.
Can you fit 275s on the front with that offset? They aren't that light, when compared to SSR Comps or even RPF1s. The cast 17x10s are ~21# (I have them for open tracking, also), and agree they are great value, but 17x10 RPF1s are 17#, and my 17x9.5" SSR Comps (for autox) are 15#, 17x10s SSR Comps are 17#. Sure, there are heavier cast wheels, but these aren't the lightest of 17" wheels for sure.
I like the +22 offset 17x10 FNO1R because you can likely put a 295 on the back, though I doubt I'll be able to match that in the front since my big 275 is already a super tight fit.
275 would fit upfront but would need a 5mm spacer. Right now I have hardly any clearance. I am sure I could fit 295 in back but no one makes street tires in that size,. Biggest I found was 285/40
275 would fit upfront but would need a 5mm spacer. Right now I have hardly any clearance. I am sure I could fit 295 in back but no one makes street tires in that size,. Biggest I found was 285/40
Why do you need a spacer with a 17x10 +12? Most can run the 17x10 +25 with a 275 without a spacer. I need the small shim because the 275 Hoosiers are so wide.
How does a set up like 17x9.5 +18 front, and 18x9.5 +15 rear (enkei rpf1) sound? Also for tire size, would it be possible to run 255 all around or is it better to go for a wider size? Thanks!
I'm now running RPF1's 18x9.5 front with 275 and 18X10.5 rear with 295 Hoosiers. I did have my fenders rolled to clear with a wider stance in the back. Worth it for the extra grip!
