Need Fitment help

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migE

Discussion Starter · Jun 28, 2010

I'm trying to mount 18x8 wheels with a +50 offset. In the rear, the wheels without the tire it about a millimeter away from hitting the back of the wheel well. Is this going to be a problem when i mount tires?

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insane_sc

· #2 · Jun 28, 2010

Nothing a 5lb sledge can't help clear up.

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migE

Discussion Starter · #3 · Jun 29, 2010

insane_sc said:
Nothing a 5lb sledge can't help clear up.

haha but really

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AztecRol

· #4 · Jun 29, 2010

migE said:
haha but really

Let me ask you this: Do you think the rim will flex more than 1mm when
you take a sharp turn??

You should get an offset that is close to stock or smaller. The E is at +45.
Depending on how wide the rim is and how wide your tires are, if you are
lowered, all that will add to what offset you can get away with.

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nacranym

· #5 · Jun 30, 2010

it may be time for spacers.
just make sure they're hubcentric and that you still have enough stud exposed for the lugnuts. that generally means about 5 or 6mm max. after that you'll either need longer studs or spacers w/ built-in studs.

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migE

Discussion Starter · #6 · Jun 30, 2010

nacranym said:
it may be time for spacers.
just make sure they're hubcentric and that you still have enough stud exposed for the lugnuts. that generally means about 5 or 6mm max. after that you'll either need longer studs or spacers w/ built-in studs.

Thanks I think I'm gonna go with the spacers

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migE

Discussion Starter · #7 · Jun 30, 2010

One more question do 1/2-20 lug nuts fit the element?

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snowdreams1080

· #8 · Jun 30, 2010

lugs are 12mm I think, 12 x1.5 maybe, but don't quote me on it. I have 18x8 +50 that I am going with 235 55 18 and lowering on tein basics. hopefully have time to put it all on this fall, so keep us updated on how you work everything out.

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migE

Discussion Starter · #9 · Jul 1, 2010

I ended up just getting new lugs. So the the wheels cleared everything fine I was just getting worried for no reason haha. My tires are 225/60/18 by the way. Here are some pictures...Sorry about the dirty car and I know I need center caps.