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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 01:41 PM
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Im looking at some 17x7 40mm+ rims and i have some 215/40/17 tires i was wondering if ill have any issues with rubbing and what not, my car is lowered about 1.75"

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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 02:16 PM
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Should be OK.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 03:37 PM
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what is the widest wheel/tire that can fit with stock suspension ? i tried to put some sebring rims (16's i forgot the width of tire) on mine and they hit the springs, they didnt seem very wide
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 03:52 PM
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i have 215/40/17's on mine and i think my tire is 8 inches wide something close...i will measure today if you want
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 06:39 PM
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ive got almost a 2 inch drop and im runnin 215/40r17's. i only get problems on big bumps (rubbing fender) or when i crank the wheel all the way around (plastic fender wall) otherwise i dont have any issues
 
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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 12:03 AM
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sweet, thanks
 
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