FD/FN2/EP3 Wheel Setup Guide

[EGB]

FD2, looking to run

17x8.5 +30 w/ 225/45 all round, rolled guards and front and rear camber kit, with coilovers.

should I have any issues?

[aero]

should be ok imo. tyres are kinda fat tho

[.::F[L]Y::.]

Gday guys,

Looking at purchasing an FN2R, but was wondering if anyone on here would have some links to pictures of some with some 'proper' fitting aftermarket wheels? I have done a search and sadly nothing has made me stop and say 'wow'....

[TOUGE-ITR]

quickly bolted these up today, before I put them back on the 180 and sold them with it :(
shame I can't keep them and shame I didn't have time to lower the ep first...

17x9 +30, 215/45 yoko s drives

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/DSC00386-1.jpg?t=1289727442
http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/DSC00387-1.jpg?t=1289727779
http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/DSC00388-1.jpg?t=1289727787


Is that r33 gtr offset? Any issues like scrubbing on inner guards or anything?

Ive currently got gtr r32 v-spec wheels ( 17x8 +30 w/ 205-45 ) on mine with a 15mm bolt on spacer. i was thinking of getting some 9" to go on soon but was worried of it hanging out too far. lol

[RPS.13]

Is that r33 gtr offset? Any issues like scrubbing on inner guards or anything?

Ive currently got gtr r32 v-spec wheels ( 17x8 +30 w/ 205-45 ) on mine with a 15mm bolt on spacer. i was thinking of getting some 9" to go on soon but was worried of it hanging out too far. lol

Yep they are r33 GTR wheels, 17x9 +30 offset... aka "GTR offset"

Not sure if they scrub on the inner arms, or guard liners as I never rolled on that set up. I only bolted it on to take a pic. (They didn't foul on anything when bolting them up).

I have purchased another set though, since selling the 180 & I've only bolted up one on the front of the car so far after lowering it. I put 215/45/17 yoko S drives on them all round. With the current height I'm at (approx 1 finger between the guard and tyre) the wheels stuck out about 25-30mm? The corner/edge where the side wall meets the tread sits almost flush with the guard, sticks out about 3-5mm. I'm sure with the car a little lower and about 1.5 neg camber it should tuck in nicely. I'm assuming it will rub on the guard liners on the front. Rears I'm waiting to roll the rears first, install the coilovers and camber arms, before I put them on. Only trouble I can see would be clearance on the rear trailing arms.

a 17x9 +30 compared to your 16x8 +30 (+15 effective offset)
inner clearance: 28mm less
outer position: retract by 2mm

I guess check your inner clearances and go from there, atm your effective offset sticks out 2mm more than the r33 gtr wheels. So nah they won't be hanging out too far... Unless you're planning on getting a 9" rim in a lower offset?

Not sure what car ur referring to though, but I assume its a dc2r? or maybe u have a ep3?

Any pics of your current wheels, on the car?

[TOUGE-ITR]

Yep they are r33 GTR wheels, 17x9 +30 offset... aka "GTR offset"

Not sure if they scrub on the inner arms, or guard liners as I never rolled on that set up. I only bolted it on to take a pic. (They didn't foul on anything when bolting them up).

I have purchased another set though, since selling the 180 & I've only bolted up one on the front of the car so far after lowering it. I put 215/45/17 yoko S drives on them all round. With the current height I'm at (approx 1 finger between the guard and tyre) the wheels stuck out about 25-30mm? The corner/edge where the side wall meets the tread sits almost flush with the guard, sticks out about 3-5mm. I'm sure with the car a little lower and about 1.5 neg camber it should tuck in nicely. I'm assuming it will rub on the guard liners on the front. Rears I'm waiting to roll the rears first, install the coilovers and camber arms, before I put them on. Only trouble I can see would be clearance on the rear trailing arms.

a 17x9 +30 compared to your 16x8 +30 (+15 effective offset)
inner clearance: 28mm less
outer position: retract by 2mm

I guess check your inner clearances and go from there, atm your effective offset sticks out 2mm more than the r33 gtr wheels. So nah they won't be hanging out too far... Unless you're planning on getting a 9" rim in a lower offset?

Not sure what car ur referring to though, but I assume its a dc2r? or maybe u have a ep3?

Any pics of your current wheels, on the car?

Hey man, yeah it's for an ep3. I've rolled the fron and rear guards already.
When u say retract outer position by 2mm, do you mean it won't hang out as much from my current setup by 2mm?
I'll take a pic when I can, probably this afternoon.

Is that a 215 on the 9" rim? I was thinking of running 205/35 or 40. How much of a stretch was it?
Will it need start-ya-bastard to get it on? Lol.

[RPS.13]

Hey man, yeah it's for an ep3. I've rolled the fron and rear guards already.
When u say retract outer position by 2mm, do you mean it won't hang out as much from my current setup by 2mm?
I'll take a pic when I can, probably this afternoon.

Is that a 215 on the 9" rim? I was thinking of running 205/35 or 40. How much of a stretch was it?
Will it need start-ya-bastard to get it on? Lol.

Correct, it won't hang out as much as your wheels by 2mm.
Yep I was/am running a 215/45/17 on the 9' rims... Mild stretch imo. I've also run a 215/40/17 on the same rim, similar amount of stretch, just looks smaller (I ran them on the front of the 180 to stop the scrubbing issues).

205/40's on a 9" rim is a fair stretch, I don't think I would feel safe rolling on a 35 profile tyre! (hard cornering, hitting a pot hole etc)
There some pics in here http://www.tyrestretch.com/
of a 205/40/17 on a 17x9, you'll be able to see the edge of the tyre is more vertical, the rim protector bit will sit further away from the rim lip. Where as a 215 will curve slightly over the rim lip, that's if the tyres have those rim protector bits. The amount of stretch will also be dependant on what brand tyre u use, some will run wider than others in the same size.

I'd go a 205/45, if you really want to get a 205... at least that way you'll be closer to having your speedo almost correct.

[TOUGE-ITR]

Yeah good point. Id rather be safer so I might actually run a 215/45 on the wheel.
Judging from what I've seen with that combination, it looks good.
Thanks for the info/help :)

[alan]

I noticed front and rear guards on the FN2 have different clearances, is this the same with EP3?
Are the GTR wheels the same spec all round or staggered?

[RPS.13]

I noticed front and rear guards on the FN2 have different clearances, is this the same with EP3?
Are the GTR wheels the same spec all round or staggered?

Yep same specs all round on the GTR wheels.

From the test fits I have done with all my wheels the clearances seem to be quite similar.

[Alvinlight]

HI guys,
just wanna ask will 18" X 7.5 60 offset fit FD1 without modify anything?

[Stig]

need at least a 15mm spacer for the rear, would go 25mm all round though

[will13]

Would 17x9 6ULR's fit an EP3 at standard height? any scrubbing issues?

[denrie]

Would 17x9 6ULR's fit an EP3 at standard height? any scrubbing issues?

What's the offset? It should fit and might stick out a bit. I had Mugen suspension which is lower than stock by about 1.5cm with 17x7ET24 and it would only scrub with full car and a loaded boot.

[threesix]

getting new tyres in a few weeks but how unsafe is it to drive with a tyre (only my right rear) like this? i drive like a grandma too.

http://i745.photobucket.com/albums/xx93/getbuck_2010/148a7ac5-2c62-40b6-9f9e-b003cae9b3c9.jpg

[DuffyFD]

LOL 36 i wouldn't drive on that. all u need is a nice rock on the road to get a blowout

[threesix]

haha! :( fingers crossed for the next 3 weeks then.

[ekay1]

Thats really unsafe lol even the rubber is starting to give out.... you must be running some serious camber.

[ekdez]

he is lol

[EVLGTR]

Just wanna let this out, lol, so please feel free to flame me....

i saw 3 blind mices today one behind another and didnt know where they're going so they decide to weave in and out of traffic like dangerous morons (which looks cute by the way) with expensive volk rims and it still looks crap (FN2R, they look like giant logitech mouse).

Thank you! :)

[will13]

Just wanna let this out, lol, so please feel free to flame me....

i saw 3 blind mices today one behind another and didnt know where they're going so they decide to weave in and out of traffic like dangerous morons (which looks cute by the way) with expensive volk rims and it still looks crap (FN2R, they look like giant logitech mouse).

Thank you! :)

LOL giant logitech mouse HAHA

[ekay1]

Hey guys just wondering if 18x10+38 is possible on a fd, stock height.

[.k.]

Well 18x9.5 didnt fit but that was lowered

[threesix]

didnt one of the O.G's here say "you can make anything fit"?

[threesix]

18x9 fits fine for me. lowered. 2 people in the back..

[ekay1]

Hmmmm i need to know so i can purchase or not =(

[threesix]

just pm dez or stiggy.

[aero]

Hey guys just wondering if 18x10+38 is possible on a fd, stock height.

that is too much. on stock height with stock suspension, u will be scrubbing everywhere. on stock height, with coilovers, the inner clearance will be a major issue. also, with a 10" wide wheel, u will need a wider tyre, so scrubbing will always be a problem with those specs.


Well 18x9.5 didnt fit but that was lowered

i rkn those 9.5 +30 rotas would have fit my car if i had my rear camber arms at that time... and some skinnier tyres. not sure if they'd hit my shocks tho..

[ekay1]

Oh man, now i gotta bail on the seller lol greattt. Thanks for the info Aero! appreciate it

[cskfai]

Hi I would like to know 17 x 8' +30 offset will fit on ep3 without rubbing the tyre.
I'm using stock suspension but going to roll guards.

[RPS.13]

You should be fine once you've rolled your guards...

17x8 +30 is the same outer position as the 16x7.5 +24 bbs meshies I have test fitted, which had 205/55/16's on them. Fronts had a slight poke, rears had slightly less poke. Test fitted when the EP was at stock height. You might get away with a 215/40 or 45, go a 205/45 if its cutting it too close. Inner clearences will be fine.

I have posted pics on here somewhere? I don't have access to photobucket at work, therefore can't pull up the exact pics for reference for you.
(There some on page 2 of my intro thread VVV)

[aznboiio1]

any probs with running 18 x 8.5 + 30 on fd?, gonna run buddyclub n+ soon as well..
&& with 235/40 tyres?

[aero]

get some smaller tyres to avoid scrubbing on guards and u should be ok. 215/40 or 205/40 should do

[chenny9838]

Hi all,
I've checked this thread but cant find the info I'm looking for. Basically I just want to know if I'll run into any issues if I got 18X7.5in wheels & with 225/40 tyres for my FD1 civic (VTI-L).
Offset would be either 42 or 35. My car and suspension etc is totally stock. I'm currently looking at the Work Emotion XT7 wheels.
If anyone could give me info regarding my question, that would be awesome!

[Stig]

would fit without any problems, ive had 18x7.5+42 with 225/40 lowered and it was still fine

btw 2nd post in the thread,

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+42 and 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+42 and 225/40/18
Suspension: Coils
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: None

[aero]

those specs are pretty safe and should be fine. btw, is there a reason why ur goin for 225 wide tyres? 215 tyres are also a common size and is the recommended width tyre for 7.5" wide wheels. but its not that much difference i guess.

member on here (markcivicvti) had some rays g-games wheels with 18x7.5 +35 specs on 225/40 toyo proxes and on stock suspension. there were no problems with it, but apparently there was some scrubbing when the car had 4 or more people in it... 215/35 or something tyres could resolve that issue if ur not wanting to do any minor guard or suspension work

+42 will definitely be fine running on 225/40 tyres. +35 may be some slight scrubbing on 225/40 tyres

[chenny9838]

thanks for the info guys - sorry I overlooked the second post, I was a little unsure if having coils or stock suspension would affect wheel fitment for that size.

cheers!

[chenny9838]

those specs are pretty safe and should be fine. btw, is there a reason why ur goin for 225 wide tyres? 215 tyres are also a common size and is the recommended width tyre for 7.5" wide wheels. but its not that much difference i guess.

member on here (markcivicvti) had some rays g-games wheels with 18x7.5 +35 specs on 225/40 toyo proxes and on stock suspension. there were no problems with it, but apparently there was some scrubbing when the car had 4 or more people in it... 215/35 or something tyres could resolve that issue if ur not wanting to do any minor guard or suspension work

+42 will definitely be fine running on 225/40 tyres. +35 may be some slight scrubbing on 225/40 tyres

I was going off the reccomended tyre sizes for civic type R, since they also use a 18X7.5on rim (but with a 55 offset)

[Eskimo_firefighter]

hey guys im looking to buy a pair of rims 17x8.5 +31 offset. how will that fit at the front for the ep3? How will this be for handling and performance as im biased towards performance for the track.

[RPS.13]

hey guys im looking to buy a pair of rims 17x8.5 +31 offset. how will that fit at the front for the ep3? How will this be for handling and performance as im biased towards performance for the track.

That size looks to be fine, from what I have seen already on some EP's set up for grip... Similar setup's I have been looking at were a 17x9 +35, one was running 235/45's the other 245/40's. Both have rolled guards all round.

The 17x8.5 +31 will sit in, retract by 2mm compared to the 17x9 +35. The tyre/wheel will sit quite flush with the front guards, the of amount poke/flushness will be dependant on what height and camber your at. More if your higher, less if your lower etc...

I am in the process of fitting my 17x8 +38, 245/40's to the front of my EP, will get back to how it goes in regards to how it handles/performs. I reckon a 235/45 on the 8.5 should be pretty sweet!

[Eskimo_firefighter]

thanks rps.13, awesome stuff

[Honda_FD]

Hi guys. Does anyone know whats the standard wheel size for the 2010 FD2 sports with the 17" sports rims.
Looking into buying new rims but dunno what size to get.

Anyone got any advices for 17" rims, And to make it as wide as possible without rolling the guards. with a good amount of camber. i dont want camber like holden drivers with pretty much 90* camber.

Right now the car has standard suspensions but looking to buying coilovers or springs + HD shocks.


Thanks

[ekay1]

Just to inform you, the more you lower, the more natural camber you will get. For rims go for like 17x8 or 17x8.5 ( depending on offset ). Any wider and your going to run into guard work, camber etc. And be aware of tyre size as well as you will get more scrubbing from fatter profile tyres

[Honda_FD]

Thanks for the info :D

[JohnO]

hey guys im looking to buy a pair of rims 17x8.5 +31 offset. how will that fit at the front for the ep3? How will this be for handling and performance as im biased towards performance for the track.

i got good fitment from 17x8 +35, just had a bit of scrubbing at the rear but thats been fixed. performance wise im not too sure. uploaded a few pics in the syd ep3 thread

[aero]

update since i last posted...

Car Model: FD on Enkei RPF1
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 +35 and 215/40/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 +35 and 215/40/17
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: guards rolled
Issues with Setup: none

http://i54.tinypic.com/2lbnkp3.jpg

Car Model: FD on Rota Grid
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 x 9.5 +30 and 235/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 x 9.5 +30 and 235/40/18
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: guards rolled
Issues with Setup: Lots of scrubbing everywhere. most likely from the chunky tyres. only had them for a couple of days, but im pretty sure with some 215/40 or 215/35 stretched tyres + camber arms, i could have pulled it off lol.

http://i52.tinypic.com/2lm6q0g.jpg

Car Model: FD on BBS LM
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 +25 and 215/40/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 +20 and 215/40/17
Suspension: coils + rear camber arms
Guard Modifications: guards rolled
Issues with Setup: none... but 2 defects lol

http://i56.tinypic.com/ih6wig.jpg

[.k.]

Car Model: FD on BBS LM
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 8 +35 and 205/40/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 8 +35 and 205/40/17
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: none... bar defect for too low

[[SDCTVE]]

hey guys, quick question, are the OEM FN2 type r wheels Enkei Monza's??

[Stig]

similar design but no

[kaitoudark]

Hi Guys,
Didn't want to spend all day to read the whole thread for the info. I am planning to change my wheels on my Civic VTI-L 2007. I have my eyes set on the Enkei GTC01 18x8 +45 offset. Will I have issue's with this rim? Running on stock suspension but later will upgrade to coils. Also not sure what tyre size I should use for this.

Any help would be great. Planning to have my wheels changed in the coming week.

[ekay1]

Just make sure you dont get chunky tyres and it should all be sweet man

[kaitoudark]

225/40/18 or 215/40/18?

[aero]

go for the 215/40 tyre.

[kaitoudark]

go for the 215/40 tyre.

Planning to get Bridgestone Potenza RE002 tyres.....they don't have 215 size pattern, only 225...

Will there be issues with 225/40?

[aero]

some good tyres there... lol. i guess 225/40 will still be ok with 18x8 +45.
u could get some toyo proxes. they're also very good and they do have 215/40/18

[evolution]

Proxes 4 have good grip, but the road noise is terrible especially on the front set.

[black8thgen]

Proxes 4 have good grip, but the road noise is terrible especially on the front set.

i agree.. especially when ur going 90km/h +.. sounds like a plane

[kevkev18]

Hi guys! will this spec 18x9 +38 or +36 would have any problem on FD2?..

Work XD9:confused:

cheers =)

[.k.]

sounds ok but depends how low you are and what tyres you chooose to run.

[kaitoudark]

I got my wheels installed.

18x8 +40 offset Enkei GTC01 with 225/40R/18 Bridgestone RE002.

Fits perfect. Only minor issue with hitting the humps too hard though. My wheels hit the fender.....

What should I do? Will having coils solve the problem? Do I need to roll my fender?

[ekay1]

Are you on stock springs? if so its probably because the springs are really soft so if you turn really heard, hit a hump, have people in the car, its going to hit the fenders and bounce around. You could either get stiffer springs/coils or get tyres in like 215. Just slow down on the humps bro lol

[kaitoudark]

Yea I am on stock springs. I do get cautious on humps and stuff, but when you have people in the back. I can get a slight scrap over a hump. Also from speeding on a straight and hitting a small incline dent in a road.
I might get my rear fender rolled abit.

[aero]

rolling the fenders should help a little. are u gonna plan to lower ur car? if so, then the natural negative camber may also help.

[DuffyFD]

On my FD

I'm running 17x8 +30 205/45R17 with 20mm spacers on front, on coils and have only a little scrubbing with guards half rolled. I could roll them completely flat and flush, but i'm already cracking paint so that can wait.

I'm running the 17x8 +30 215/45R17 on the back, rolled as much as I could, only scrub on the back bumper screw when there's more than 2 in the car.

[ekay1]

Car Model: FD1
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 + 38 , 225/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 + 38 , 225/45/17
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: guards all rolled
Issues with Setup: fat tyres scrubs on the rear screw like no tomorrow when there are people in the car. Offset is too high, too close to the strut and has created a hole in the fuel line plastic cover.......

[threesix]

yeah, my plastic cover has a big hole in it too.

[xenonkuraz]

Can I run 17x8 +35 rear and 17x9 +38 front on stock suspension without looking like a dummy?

[ekay1]

Its going to look funny and it'll scrub because your suspension is soft and you got no camber xeno. Dont think it's a good idea

[aero]

buy some coils first.

[xenonkuraz]

Alright thanks guys. I might just scrap the idea of wheels altogether and put my money towards more performance mods

[b16a2]

Just wondering where I can purchase AKOM inverted tie rods/ends. will the dc5 ones fit ep3 with tein monoflexes your help will be much appreciated :)

[tekebe]

hi,
i would like to know 18x8.5+35 on 225/40 or 215/40 fit our FD?? lowered on tanabe nf kit coilover, [f] +01mm ~ -50mm / 5k, [r] -33mm ~ -61mm / 4k.
BTW, i want to avoid any guard modifications, pls confirm.
CHeers

[ekay1]

Not possible mate. You need to roll the guards and save the rear tabs

[tekebe]

Thx mate, possible to overcome with higher offset? or is it too wide(wt if 18x8 on 215/40 or 205/40)? wont lower too much, current @ -35 mm front and back. Welcome any input. Thanks.

[b16a2]

Car Model: EP3R
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 + 30 , 235/40/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 + 30 , 215/40/17
Suspension: Coilovers
Guard Modifications: Rear Guards rolled, Front Guard to be rolled as it scrubs from time to time.

[ekay1]

Thx mate, possible to overcome with higher offset? or is it too wide(wt if 18x8 on 215/40 or 205/40)? wont lower too much, current @ -35 mm front and back. Welcome any input. Thanks.

No worries. 215/40 should be better but will probably still have to roll guards, well at least the rear. Not 100% on that

[Symphorced]

Car Model: EP3R
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 + 30 , 235/40/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 9 + 30 , 215/40/17
Suspension: Coilovers
Guard Modifications: Rear Guards rolled, Front Guard to be rolled as it scrubs from time to time.

What sort of alignment do you have?

Oh and if you haven't gotten the inverted tie rod ends yet.. email Andrew: "dc5jdm@yahoo.com". I think he either makes them himself or just supplies them.

Refer to the following post for fitment:

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?140554-Ozhonda-newbie-EP3R-acquired&p=2965716&viewfull=1#post2965716

Had to do the same with mine. Also running BC Racing coilovers.

[b16a2]

Hey Symphorced,

I was just thinking of getting Todds Tie rod ends? Whats your thoughts bro?

[Symphorced]

I've currently got both Todds shortened tie rods as well as Akom inverted tie rod ends. Handling feels awesome even with such an agressive set up.

I'd say get the inverted tie rod ends first and see how it feels.

[Autobot]

nice work stig

[kevkev18]

18x9 +30 Front and rear and problems with this spec guys?.. guards rolled and coils what do you think?

with Work XD9 rims

cheers =))

[ekay1]

18x9 +30 Front and rear and problems with this spec guys?.. guards rolled and coils what do you think?

with Work XD9 rims

cheers =))

Will look hot! Depends how low and what profile tyres but the rims will fit

[kevkev18]

Will look hot! Depends how low and what profile tyres but the rims will fit

awesome thanks dude =)) appreciate the help..

[ekay1]

no worries dude. Show us an end result :) love fd's

[jprak]

17x7.0 +42, has anyone tried this? im interested in buying P1's atm.

cheers everyone (Y)

[FDBenni]

that is pretty much stock specs, would be pretty sunk in.

[jprak]

so it wouldnt rub or nothing? currenty have dc5 type S wheels on atm

[butterfingers]

205/40/17 with +45 4x100/4x114.3

Will these fit on ep3

[FDBenni]

jprak: yeh it would fit no problem.

[williamwong]

butterfingers: ep3 are 5x114.3, so they wont fit.

[jprak]

hey guys,

will Rays Volk Racing CE28N, Titanium Silver, 17x7.5 +43, 17x8.5 +47 work? any work i need to do fit them or what are adv and disadv.



thanks

[ekay1]

The 17 x 8.5 + 47 will be very close to the suspension, just be aware of that. Not 100% whether or not itll fit, had a set of 18x8+48, fat tyres, couldnt fit it at all

[DuffyFD]

hey guys,

will Rays Volk Racing CE28N, Titanium Silver, 17x7.5 +43, 17x8.5 +47 work? any work i need to do fit them or what are adv and disadv.



thanks

IMO you will need spacers with those, especially if you want to run any neg. camber at all.

I have a set of RPF-01's with similar offset and my tyres were rubbing on the coilovers as soon as I introduced any camber.

[jprak]

thanks for the info guys. might not get them=)

can the FD's go on 17x7 +38?

[ekdez]

fd's can fit 18x9 +20 on the front and rear without any issues. ;)

use the wheel offset calculator to measure the changes..

17x7+42 is the stock civic sport wheels.

the 17x7+38 will only sit on the hub 4 mm wider, so 4 mm more inner clearance and 4 mm less outter clearance :thumbsup:

[jprak]

hey ekdez

so that means im able to go below 42+ to 38+ and up till 46+?

sorry for the noob Qn's. never did understand the wheel concept thing><

[EGB]

http://www.1010tires.com/WheelOffsetCalculator.asp

[fitme]

afaik the fd sports wheel aka ep3 wheels are +45 offset not 42

[ekay1]

Just get an offset between like 20-35 and your all good as long as its not wider than 9' and dont run chunky tyres

[black8thgen]

you'll need guards rolled though

[ekay1]

Plus that lol

[ekdez]

ill always say this.. best fit for FD is x8.5 +25 ~ +30 :thumbsup:

[JDM EP3]

Hi guys Im looking at having Mugen GP wheels for my EP3. Just some questions.
1.Will they fit the car?
2.If they fit I was thinking of running 17x8.5 with 48+
3.Can I run these with coilovers with no scrubbing?
4.Looks like the max I could run on these rims would be 215's?
Thanks

[JDM EP3]

Hi guys Im looking at having Mugen GP wheels for my EP3. Just some questions.
1.Will they fit the car?
2.If they fit I was thinking of running 17x8.5 with 48+
3.Can I run these with coilovers with no scrubbing?
4.Looks like the max I could run on these rims would be 215's?
Thanks

Anyone?

[denrie]

I'm running 17x8.5ET30 with 215/45R17 and Mugen Suspension without scrubbing but I have my rear guards rolled. You could probably get away with +48 offset but not sure.

[JDM EP3]

I'm running 17x8.5ET30 with 215/45R17 and Mugen Suspension without scrubbing but I have my rear guards rolled. You could probably get away with +48 offset but not sure.

Seems ok then, does the mugen susp have adjustable rates and camber? how do they feel?

[denrie]

Nah no damper, height or camber adjustments but it's good. Not to stiff and not to hard and lowers the car as well. I have mine for sale if interested.

[RPS.13]

Anyone see any issues with running the following sizes on a EP3? Apart from being slightly a smaller diameter and circumfrence than OEM specs.

Front: 225/45/16
Rear: 215/45/16

On 16 x 8 +38 all round

[Areis]

Car Model:civic fd 08
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: BBS LMs 17x8 +20ish 225/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: BBS LMs 17x8 +20ish 205/45/17 (and a 20mm spacer)
Suspension: Tein stech springs, hardrace camber arms
Guard Modifications:rolled rears
Issues with Setup: scrubs on hard bumps and turns. doubt i can have anyone in the back seat. looking to fix it hopefully with more guard work.

[DuffyFD]

Car Model:civic fd 08
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: BBS LMs 17x8 +20ish 225/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: BBS LMs 17x8 +20ish 205/45/17 (and a 20mm spacer)
Suspension: Tein stech springs, hardrace camber arms
Guard Modifications:rolled rears
Issues with Setup: scrubs on hard bumps and turns. doubt i can have anyone in the back seat. looking to fix it hopefully with more guard work.

Got pics of the back man? You should reduce the spacer size at the back, and increase the tyre size, you're probably poking a bit, but due to the camber, getting a shit about of rubber on the ground.

I suggest (just a suggestion) reducing the spacer til the rim is flush and then opt for something like 215 or 225 at the back (just rotate from back to front) :)

[denrie]

Anyone see any issues with running the following sizes on a EP3? Apart from being slightly a smaller diameter and circumfrence than OEM specs.

Front: 225/45/16
Rear: 215/45/16

On 16 x 8 +38 all round

I'm running 16x8ET35 all around with 224/45R16 and everything seems fine.

[denrie]

225/45r16*

[TonyxTony]

will these fit stock ep3 ? Specs: 16x6.5 +45

[hiepness]

Currently running this on FD2 Sport.

BBS LMs
Rear: 17x8 +45 225/45 KUMHO
Front : 17x8 +40 225/45 KUMHO

Was wondering if i can run springs with no rub or nething?

Cz right now on stock suspension is fine. but i wanna get some Tein Springs.

[.::F[L]Y::.]

An FN2R related question. Anyone on here running 19s on their FN2R? Whats the widest I can go? Also what offset and tyre sizes?

Thanks

[androo]

I'm currently running:

Not 19's, but I can't imagine you having much issues if you go with lower profile tires. Plenty of guys running 19's in the UK. I'm running:

Car model: FN2
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8+40 and 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8+40 and 225/40/18
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: n/a

[butterfingers]

will these fit stock ep3 ? Specs: 16x6.5 +45

too aggressive.

[denrie]

too aggressive.

lol!!!

[simonhaha]

Has anyone had 17x7 +38 on a FD civic?

Will these fit? how would they look? any pictures?

Hope you guys could help, Thanks

[jprak]

hey simonhaha,

they will fit. friends running atm :
17x7.5 and 17x8 offset 45+

if i recall dont quote me on this
anything in between 20+ and 60+ our FDs will fit

someone confirm this for me?

[simonhaha]

would they look bad? im looking for something that would sorta almost be level with wheel arches

[jprak]

hmmmhttp://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/477274_10150733545873637_331446732_o.jpg

this is how his car sits at the moment. its lowered abit but yea.

its heyyalan's FD

[butterfingers]

hey simonhaha,

they will fit. friends running atm :
17x7.5 and 17x8 offset 45+

if i recall dont quote me on this
anything in between 20+ and 60+ our FDs will fit

someone confirm this for me?

johnny? guess who;)

[jprak]

who?! honestly i dont knw >.<

[butterfingers]

who?! honestly i dont knw >.<

deep dark eyes, perfectly etched features with the jawline of a god. This has gotta be the easiest clue.

[jprak]

ahhaha dont know man, PM me your name XD

[DirrtyMike]

Hey guys new to the scene, can someone advise if this will fit my FD

Rota Gforce matt black
18x9 +20 or +25 offset 215/40 with coilovers
Rolled guards
Do you think it will fit?

Can someone suggest a good brand coilovers my mates have buddy club but there too stiff... Are there smoother ones?

Would I also need to chamber the wheels?

[shepparton]

if you want running smoother suspension and you are driving over the bump you dont want the rims hits the guard inside right

[hiepness]

Car model: FD2 Sport
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+40 and 225/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+45 and 225/45/17
Suspension: Lowered on Tein Springs (25mm Drop)
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup:I guess it rubs when you drive into the holes on the road. apart from that. All sweet.

[black8thgen]

would 17x8.5 +30 front
17x9.5 +35 rear fit on an fn2r?

ive seen pics of it done but not sure what camber settings the person was running and tyre size etc, dont even know which was on front or rear lol

[butterfingers]

^why do you want wider at the rear?

[Areis]

^why do you want wider at the rear?

why wouldn't you want wider in the rear?

[Areis]

How low are you? It won't fit if your dumped. If you want smooth coils, then sell your wheels and buy another set. Why? Because the more smooth it is, the more your going to scrub.

[EGB]

why wouldn't you want wider in the rear?

...fwd. unless all show no go. but even then.

[Areis]

...fwd. unless all show no go. but even then.

lol the FD civics are slow unless your willing to spend a lot of money. So thus, im all show and no go :)

[DuffyFD]

Go down the handling road or stance road with fds. Not much else to do

[threesix]

Fd's are the BEST looking Honda. **** it if they are slow yo.

[EKVTIR-T]

Fd's are the BEST looking Honda. **** it if they are slow yo.
http://i47.tinypic.com/2explc5.gif

[butterfingers]

17x9 +38 fronts
17x8 +32 rears
ep3, dropped a fair biton tein type flex, guards rolled, rear camber kit

would i come across any problems with fitment?

[hiepness]

Hey guys i ordered in a set of 17x8 + 40 GTC01s. Cars lowered on Tein Htech springs. Would 215/45s be alright with no rub? or do i need to go like smaller? Because previously i had 17x8+40 with 225/45 and it rubed evrytime i ran over something little on the road. If someone can confirm for me it'd be much appreciated. THanks.

[doosra]

Hey guys, would +35 offset fit on stock height ep3 without modification?

[Icebox]

Hey guys, would +35 offset fit on stock height ep3 without modification?

it would be fine, the wheels will sit flush,

however if your going anywhere below +35 offset, you might want to consider rolling your guards,

[Perry]

Hey guys, would +35 offset fit on stock height ep3 without modification?

on stock height it will fit flush.

[RPS.13]

17x9 +38 fronts
17x8 +32 rears
ep3, dropped a fair biton tein type flex, guards rolled, rear camber kit

would i come across any problems with fitment?

What tyre sizes and camber are you planning on running?

Fronts you could probably get away with 235/45 or maybe even 245/40, depending on how much camber your at. Rears maybe 225/45 or 215/45 if the 225's are pushing it a bit. I was able to just tuck in 225/45 Advan A048, 17x7.5 +32's on the rear, with about -1.0 camber on the rear. Probably had maybe 3mm clearence to the guard lip inder full compression, maybe a few mm more.

The fronts you'll most likely have an issue with scrubbing at full lock. I had very light rubbing when I ran 245/40 A048's, 17x8 +38 on the fronts. It was only apparent when parking. On the track it was fine. The tyres tucked in fine at around -2.38 camber.


Hey guys, would +35 offset fit on stock height ep3 without modification?

Depends on what width.

9" +35 would poke out a bit at stock height and look a bit odd. 8" and 7" wide at that offset would be fine.

Again depends on what size tyre you plan on running. Anything from 205/45 to 225/45 will be fine.

[butterfingers]

What tyre sizes and camber are you planning on running?

Fronts you could probably get away with 235/45 or maybe even 245/40, depending on how much camber your at. Rears maybe 225/45 or 215/45 if the 225's are pushing it a bit. I was able to just tuck in 225/45 Advan A048, 17x7.5 +32's on the rear, with about -1.0 camber on the rear. Probably had maybe 3mm clearence to the guard lip inder full compression, maybe a few mm more.

The fronts you'll most likely have an issue with scrubbing at full lock. I had very light rubbing when I ran 245/40 A048's, 17x8 +38 on the fronts. It was only apparent when parking. On the track it was fine. The tyres tucked in fine at around -2.38 camber.



Depends on what width.

9" +35 would poke out a bit at stock height and look a bit odd. 8" and 7" wide at that offset would be fine.

Again depends on what size tyre you plan on running. Anything from 205/45 to 225/45 will be fine.

thanks man

no way that wide, the tyres will be 215/45

just wanted to know rougly the amount of front and rear camber i needed to dial in and if there was anything prerquisite clearance work needed

[RPS.13]

thanks man

no way that wide, the tyres will be 215/45

just wanted to know rougly the amount of front and rear camber i needed to dial in and if there was anything prerquisite clearance work needed

Ahh okay, 215/45's all round will be easy to work with then. I would dial in the camber to suit your driving. Normally I have max negative on the fronts and about -1.0 on the track. For street wheels I leave the front as is i.e. max negative and camber the rear to tuck in the wheel/tyres.

Only issues I see you might have is the length of your tie rods. As you introduce negative camber to the front. You may or may not run out of toe adjustments from your tie rods. Some EP's do, some don't. Also the previously mentioned scrubbing of the inner wheel well. Doing some quick math, you should be okay if your sticking to a 215/45.

Rear, with the width and offset plus tyre combo you stated you should be able to keep it close to 0 camber or even slightly negative if you wanted to.

[butterfingers]

Ahh okay, 215/45's all round will be easy to work with then. I would dial in the camber to suit your driving. Normally I have max negative on the fronts and about -1.0 on the track. For street wheels I leave the front as is i.e. max negative and camber the rear to tuck in the wheel/tyres.

Only issues I see you might have is the length of your tie rods. As you introduce negative camber to the front. You may or may not run out of toe adjustments from your tie rods. Some EP's do, some don't. Also the previously mentioned scrubbing of the inner wheel well. Doing some quick math, you should be okay if your sticking to a 215/45.

Rear, with the width and offset plus tyre combo you stated you should be able to keep it close to 0 camber or even slightly negative if you wanted to.

i have j's racing spl tie rods

id like some negative camber at the rear to give the illusion of tucking without going lower. im having trouble in westfields as it is

btw, would it be possible to dial in the camber with a slightly worn wheel bearing?
last time i had a service, they delayed the alignment till i could replace the bearings, but im wanting to get it done for now, and come back to replace the bearings later. did they do that to save labour or is it not possible to do alignment with a worn bearing?>

[RPS.13]

i have j's racing spl tie rods

id like some negative camber at the rear to give the illusion of tucking without going lower. im having trouble in westfields as it is

btw, would it be possible to dial in the camber with a slightly worn wheel bearing?
last time i had a service, they delayed the alignment till i could replace the bearings, but im wanting to get it done for now, and come back to replace the bearings later. did they do that to save labour or is it not possible to do alignment with a worn bearing?>

Cool j's tie rods, then you can go to town with the front camber adjustment without any worries. Awesome :thumbsup:

Rear camber, I'd just set it until the tyre no longer scrubs. I normally just check it by eye and kind of draw an imaginary line as to where the tyre will travel upwards under compression. Drive check the clearence and adjust accordingly.

They probably didn't do it, just as a side of caution to cover themselves. Say if anything went wrong. Google: wheel bearing failure danger, that should answer your question.

You could get it aligned and change the wheel bearing later. But obviously don't wait too long to do it.

Whilst your at it, you could look into changing your LCA bushes and roll center adjusters. Whilst the hub is out.

[butterfingers]

Cool j's tie rods, then you can go to town with the front camber adjustment without any worries. Awesome :thumbsup:

Rear camber, I'd just set it until the tyre no longer scrubs. I normally just check it by eye and kind of draw an imaginary line as to where the tyre will travel upwards under compression. Drive check the clearence and adjust accordingly.

They probably didn't do it, just as a side of caution to cover themselves. Say if anything went wrong. Google: wheel bearing failure danger, that should answer your question.

You could get it aligned and change the wheel bearing later. But obviously don't wait too long to do it.

Whilst your at it, you could look into changing your LCA bushes and roll center adjusters. Whilst the hub is out.

thas exactly what i was thinking, saves the extra labour costs of going back repeatedly.

still trying to source a ep3 wheel hub, the bushes i cant sort out easily.

i read that the audm dc5r ones are a straight fit?

good info champ thanks heaps

[doosra]

anyone running 16" wheels on their ep3? I'm considering purchasing a set and wonder how they look.

[butterfingers]

anyone running 16" wheels on their ep3? I'm considering purchasing a set and wonder how they look.

check out rps.13s sig

[hiepness]

Smallest set of tyres that can fit 17x8 + 40?

[butterfingers]

Smallest set of tyres that can fit 17x8 + 40?

ive seen 205/40 on 17x8

[RPS.13]

http://www.tyrestretch.com/cache/8_165_40_R17/8_165_40_R17_Nankang_NS2_595.jpg???

:p

Not recommending you use them though.

[butterfingers]

very distressing problem plagueing me.

currently my left front wheel is not the same alignment as my right. im nto sure if its camber, toe or castor but when you look carefully you can tell the difference. right wheel tucks a bit while the left shows some slight positive camber

looking at the strut hats in the engine bay, both wheels have the same camber (maxed out). yet they dont look the same. or maybe its the toe/castor thats causing the appearance of positive camber on the left.

both times ive attempted to do an alignment at 2 different places i was told 2 different things. bob jane said i had bent LCA or bent strut or shot camber bolts, wasnt sure lol.

Top Secret imports said there was no problem but theyll hold off doing the alignment till i get a new wheel bearing.

currently running 18x7.5+48

tonight i will be spending an entire 2 weeks pay on 17x9+38. so no money for any unaccounted for expenses ( new LCA, camber bolts, wheels bearings or struts)

i NEED the wheels on ASAP (emphasis on need, it might be a weekend car but i cannot and will not have a lemon sitting in the garage for any period of time), and assuming the worst (that Bob jane is correct) that means i either cant fit them on/have to raise the car to fit them on, or ill have the left side poking and scrubbing and the right side fine. NONE of these is a valid option for me.

As i said i cant afford to wait and i need the new wheels on by friday. no time to save up for new LCA and shit like that and i already have someone comng to inspect my current ones, possibly buying them on the spot.

does anyone have any info that may or may not relieve my worries

[RPS.13]

Get some lower strut camber bolts if you don't have them already. They should give 1-1.5 degrees adjustment either way.

Save up and buy items 6 and 7 in here :thumbsup:: http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?166851-DC5R-Parts-Sale-Ohlins-Mugen-Spoon-ProjectMu-DBA-Hardrace-PCi-Hasport...more!

I'm very tempted to buy the LCA and sell off my ones with Energy Suspension bushes in them.

[butterfingers]

you always come up with very informative answers rps.13

are dc5r knuckes and LCA direct fit for ep3?

[hiepness]

thanks... any recommendations for tyres? wanting a comfy/quiet drive...

[RPS.13]

I'd assume they do:

Front Knuckles:

B1. 02-04 DC5 base and Type-S, all years and models EP3, all years EM2/ES2/1 use the same axle splines and therefore are cross compatible with little or no modification. The knuckles in 01-02 EM2/ES2/1 feature two 14mm holes for the crash bolts, all other years and models in B1 feature two 16mm holes for the crash bolts. All years DC5 base and 04-05 years EP3 use a 5x114.3 bolt pattern, 02-03 EP3 and all years EM2/ES2/1 are 4x100 bolt pattern.

B2. 02-04 DC5 Type-S knuckles are cross compatible, they can also be used with EP3s or k-swapped EM2/ES2/1 using DC5 Type-S or DC5 Type-R axles. They use a 5x114.3 bolt pattern.

B3. 05-06 DC5 Type-S are cross compatible, they could be used on the cars listed in B2 with additional parts (see A2), they could also be used on the cars listed in B1 with correct axles and additional parts (See B2 and A2). They use a 5x114.3 bolt pattern.

B4. All years DC5 Type-R are cross compatible, they feature 15mm longer hubs to accommodate larger brembo brakes and wider lower control arms, as well as a different design of hole for ITR ball joints, they use a 5x114.3 bolt pattern.

Extract from: http://www.civicforums.com/forums/44-suspension-performance/345044-em2-dc5-ep3-suspension-compatibility.html

I'd assume our AUDM dc5r is the same as the dc5s models mentioned above. The dc5r model, they are referring to is the JDM dc5r.

[butterfingers]

if theyre 15 mm longer wouldnt that affect offset somewhat? kind of like putting spacers on lol

[RPS.13]

if theyre 15 mm longer wouldnt that affect offset somewhat? kind of like putting spacers on lol

True, but that's only if you buy the JDM dc5r hubs. Which i'm pretty sure the ones in that for sale link are not. You could always ask the seller see which ones they are and see if he knows if they're compatible?

Or if anyone can confirm if they're interchangable???

[butterfingers]

i just googled a few agressive set ups for ep3 all fitting 9+ inch wide wheels and fattish tires upfront and minimal to no camber. lowered.

none of them showed much poke, look relatively flush. im relieved.

[black8thgen]

examples? =D

[butterfingers]

http://www.gripshiftslide.com/photos/jdm_meet/ep3_honda_civic.jpg

symphorced's setup for example

you can tell the fronts arent running wild camber, and even with my front knuckle slight positive camber issue, i could fit mine 17x9 +38. may scrub on the guards a bit but at least ill have wheels on the car.

[doosra]

Need some help as I'm wheel noob. For ep3 should i get staggered 17 x 7 fronts and 17 x 8 rears?

[butterfingers]

no go wider in front since its FWD.

[doosra]

no go wider in front since its FWD.

So 17 x 8 all round?

[butterfingers]

So 17 x 8 all round?

yes. or you could even go 17x9 up front.

[doosra]

Would 225/45/17 tyres fit with 17 x 8 +30 offset on ep3?

[butterfingers]

Easily mate

[doosra]

Man I can't make up my mind but I think I'm pretty firm on this. I'm gonna go 16's and get the xxr002. If I ran a +20 offset, what do you think?

[butterfingers]

Man I can't make up my mind but I think I'm pretty firm on this. I'm gonna go 16's and get the xxr002. If I ran a +20 offset, what do you think?

I don't have experience running 16s

Rps13 is the man to talk to.

[RPS.13]

Man I can't make up my mind but I think I'm pretty firm on this. I'm gonna go 16's and get the xxr002. If I ran a +20 offset, what do you think?

I'm assuming you're looking into getting the 16 x8?

Depending on how low you go and what size tyre you plan on running will determine how much work is needed. Definitely a roll all round and rear camber arms are needed. Fronts would benefit from camber tops or camber bolts. I prefer to run 50 profile tyres as opposed to 45`s i fine 45 profile tyres are too small and make the tyre to guard gap larger. They only really look good if you're stupidly low.

Read through this thread: http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?53564-New-Wheel-Tire-Size-thread&p=977619#post977619 if you haven't already, a few ppl in there are running similar wheels from memory. There currently is someone asking about the same setup as you.

[doosra]

Hey rps, I've got my eyes on a set of wheels and they are 17 x 8, +30 offset with 225/45/17. I've just lowered my car on coils and want a pretty flush look

My rear guards are rolled already. Below is a pic of how the car sits. Will I have any issues? Will I have to raise the car?

I also have a set of 205/45/17 I could put on the wheels if needed.

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/8088/20120811154656.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/339/20120811154656.jpg/)

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/4138/20120811154251.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/11/20120811154251.jpg/)

http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/3421/20120811154221.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/33/20120811154221.jpg/)

[RPS.13]

17x8 +30 will sit flush to slight poke, depending on your final height and camber. You should be fine running the 225`s. I'd look into getting rear camber arms to correct your negative camber. Fronts you most likely will need a roll, and maybe trim the splash guards.

Only pics i have for reference:

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/17x8531-1.jpg?t=1319712382

17x8.5 +31, unsure of tyre size and camber. Your potential set up will sit in/retract 5mm compared to above.

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/tt212/KAIZENRPS_13/IMG_7706-1.jpg

17x8 +38, 245/40, i was at approximately -1.0 camber. Your set up will sit out a further 8mm compared to the enkei`s.

Rears i don't have any good pics at similar height, for reference.

Here's a pic from ephatch.com

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k80/lbkiml/EP3/HX0Q0495.jpg

17x8 +38 with 235/45/17. Mild drop with ~1.1 degree camber. Your set up will sit out a further 8mm, running the 225`s you may need to dial in -1.5 maybe more to tuck the tyre in.

[butterfingers]

17x9 +38 also sits very flush, with -2 camber. scrubs a bit however

[doosra]

Thanks guys!

[davetry]

EP3 on 17x8 +35 w/ 215/45/17 running stock suspension, yes or no?

[jprak]

car: FD1 civic
wheels:work vs-xx 17x7 +35

what tyres should i run guys? front/rear? on stock height

[butterfingers]

215/45 will look better imo

[jprak]

yea, i thought so to, cant seem to find people selling a pair in 215,45s some guy offered 215/40 for 120 for the pair. he also has 225s for sale for 200

[doosra]

Go to a tyre shop, they will have 215/45 for sure.

[butterfingers]

ill sell youa pair of my bald 215/45s once i have my new 215/45s put on johnny

[jprak]

WTH?! how bold? they decent tread? atleast to drive around you know XD

[butterfingers]

they got bad camber wear. its bald on inside, fine on the outside lol.

[doosra]

I have 205/45/17 if you're interested. About 90% tread but shit Chinese brand yellow sea tyres.

[jprak]

its ok guys. so you think i shouldnt run 225s at rear?

[junsiang]

Hello guys, new to this forum here. I've just placed a downpayment on a 09 Civic ! Looking to get some new wheels, but even after going through this several times, I still can't decide. I'm looking at the Advanti 15th anniversary rims, 17x7.5 +35 offset, with 215/45. If what I read is right, it should fit on a stock 09 without any problems yeah? All I'm worried about is the offset as I still don't quite get it. Thanks

[black8thgen]

it will fit fine

[junsiang]

thanks for the reply ! no more questions for now

[BIGTYM]

http://www.gripshiftslide.com/photos/jdm_meet/ep3_honda_civic.jpg

symphorced's setup for example

you can tell the fronts arent running wild camber, and even with my front knuckle slight positive camber issue, i could fit mine 17x9 +38. may scrub on the guards a bit but at least ill have wheels on the car.


What setup is Tim running, I've spoken to him before but I can't remember this is the kind of setup i want to run

[butterfingers]

What setup is Tim running, I've spoken to him before but I can't remember this is the kind of setup i want to run

i remember him mentioning they were 17x9 +22

not sure about rears

[androo]

Hey guys sorry if this has been covered. Just can't seem to find the offset specs of the stock FD 15 inch and 16 inch. Can anyone shed some light?

[HmGLuCaS]

FD 15 inch = 195/65/15 15x6.0
FD 16 inch = 205/55/16 16x6.5

[Symphorced]

i remember him mentioning they were 17x9 +22

not sure about rears

Running 17x9 +20 with 215/45/17 all round.

Got a new set of wheels/tyres coming in for track setup the next few weeks:

17x9 +35 245/40/17
17x8.5 +30 225/45/17

Will be interesting to see what I need to run them. Panel beater said he can space my guards for me if I need more clearance. Hoping to run no more than -2.5 degree camber at the fronts but should have enough adjustability to go to -3.5 if I need to. Not sure how well that will go for handling though. Time will tell!

[androo]

FD 15 inch = 195/65/15 15x6.0
FD 16 inch = 205/55/16 16x6.5

Thanks heaps man! Legend!

[butterfingers]

Running 17x9 +20 with 215/45/17 all round.

Got a new set of wheels/tyres coming in for track setup the next few weeks:

17x9 +35 245/40/17
17x8.5 +30 225/45/17

Will be interesting to see what I need to run them. Panel beater said he can space my guards for me if I need more clearance. Hoping to run no more than -2.5 degree camber at the fronts but should have enough adjustability to go to -3.5 if I need to. Not sure how well that will go for handling though. Time will tell!

damn off by one digit, knew it was 17x9 +20something lol.

[simonhaha]

hey guys,

- Fronts are 18x8 +35 offset with 235/40/18 Kumho KU31
- Rears are 18x9 +30 offset with 245/40/18 Kumho KU31


would this setup fit a FD1 civic?

[lolmclol]

Put the 9" at the front and the 8" at the back as having a wider wheel at the back is creating resistance.

Besides that, offsets seem fine, might just need to roll fenders etc. Not sure about the tyre size though.

Similar set-ups, also give reputation to users quoted as thanks to them we have this information available. (even though they may be 19" doesn't matter)


Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+42 and 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8.5+42 and 235/40/18
Suspension: Coils
Guard Modifications: Rears rolled
Issues with Setup: None

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8+38 and 225/35/19
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x9+38 and 225/35/19
Suspension: Coils
Guard Modifications: All round rolled
Issues with Setup: Rear scrubs with car bumper, solution, more camber?

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x9+38 and 225/35/19
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8+38 and 225/35/19
Suspension: Airbag
Guard Modifications: All round rolled
Issues with Setup: Rear scrubs with car bumper, solution, 215 on the rear

Car Model: FD on HRE reps
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8 +45 225/35r19
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8 +45 225/35r19
Suspension: stock
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: stock front perches were scrubbing on bumps, offset too high.

Car Model: FD on Rays ce28's
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8.5 +30 225/40r18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9.5 +25 245/40r18
Suspension: coil-overs
Guard Modifications: all guards rolled.
Issues with Setup: tires scrubbed HARD over bumps, tire width too wide.
issue was eliminated later on with 215/40r18's, they are my friends wheels!

Car Model: FD on BBS LM's
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +35 225/40r18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9 +35 225/40r18
Suspension: coil-overs
Guard Modifications: all guards rolled.
Issues with Setup: tires scrubbed over bumps, tire width too wide.

Car Model: FD on SSR Vienna Kreis
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +38 215/40r18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9 +38 215/40r18
Suspension: coil-overs
Guard Modifications: all guards rolled.
Issues with Setup: no issues.

Car Model: FD on BBS LM's
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +35 215/40r18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9 +35 215/40r18
Suspension: coil-overs
Guard Modifications: all guards rolled.
Issues with Setup: very minimal scrub on front under hard cornering.


Car Model: FD on SSW s076
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19 x 8.5 +35 and 235/35/19
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 19 x 8.5 +35 and 235/35/19
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: guards rolled
Issues with Setup: scrubbing with full load and hard turning. tyres were too wide as well

Car Model: FD on Lenso Type M
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 x 8 +45 and 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 x 8 +45 and 225/40/18
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: guards rolled
Issues with Setup: none

[hencanwa]

I Think you will have a lot of problems on the rear :p

[butterfingers]

What Is it with people and putting wider at rear? Since when did the FD become the new nsx?

[Symphorced]

Incorrect stagger ftw.

[lolmclol]

What Is it with people and putting wider at rear? Since when did the FD become the new nsx?

Because the Civic R18 is the new RWD racecar yo! JDM TYYYYTTTEEEE

On topic: Also to get the wheels looking "flush" wouldn't you have to do at +5 at the front? Can't remember where I saw this but somewhere someone said that the front is a little more sunk for some reason o.0

[Areis]

What Is it with people and putting wider at rear? Since when did the FD become the new nsx?

Because hellaflush.

[butterfingers]

Because hellaflush.

Because hellaflush because r18 because no money for fd2

[Areis]

Because hellaflush because r18 because no money for fd2

mine is an fd2.....

[butterfingers]

mine is an fd2.....

wasnt talking about your one areis

[simonhaha]

Hey what do you guys think of these on my white FD civic?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/melbourne-cbd/wheels-tyres-rims/17-jdm-wheels-for-impreza-camry-corolla-lancer-civic-astra/1006038065

is 7" width too thin and puss looking?

And Votec V nippon racing? nothing comes up on google search. can will these break on me? Lol

Somebody photoshop these on a white FD civic for me pls :D

[butterfingers]

tbh it looks a bit rice.

5 spokes+not enough concave on a FD1=..

[simonhaha]

convex mean its rice?

seems to price quite ok u reckon?

[butterfingers]

convex mean its rice?

seems to price quite ok u reckon?

flat faced 5 spoke wheels on civic. but mate thats just my opinion

price is ok

[simonhaha]

kk, thanks butter fingers, what sort of cars have (suit? or used for drifitng or drag? or...) flat faced rims? ive done a google search, cant find anything thats a hardcore rice burner lol

If anything i dont want to make my civic look like a ricer, trying to lean to a more VIP look, but not trying too hard because it is a civic...

Would these rims tuck well underneath the gaurds if lowered lots since its flat faced? Im hoping it would sit sorta flush when lowered.

thanks :D

[butterfingers]

never personally liked them at all, but they go best with flat coupe shapes. rx-7 and 8 etc.

7' wide and high offset, probably tucks quite a bit

[simonhaha]

yeah, it would only sit 3mm out further than stock...would getting some negative camber make it look better? or not get those wheels at all, cause they are sorta just rubbish if i wanna buy them for looks?

[butterfingers]

neg camber would make it look more sunken up top.

tbh id just get other wheels that look alot nicer.

[lolmclol]

Hey what do you guys think of these on my white FD civic?

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/melbourne-cbd/wheels-tyres-rims/17-jdm-wheels-for-impreza-camry-corolla-lancer-civic-astra/1006038065

....

"PURE JDM! PURE PERFORMANCE !!" ... *closes tab*

If you have the money and like those wheels, consider the Enkei RP03.
http://www.enkei.com/images/race-series/enkei_rp03_large.jpg

I'm considering the Enkei PF01 .. 17x7.5 +38, not overboard, not stock.

[DuffyFD]

8 should be minimum width.

I have something new coming :)

[simonhaha]

looking for something around the 1k - 1.2k mark incl tyres more suggestions?

2nd hand the way to go?

[Stanleythornes]

Hi guys,

Just want to ask for your opinion. Is it fine running on 18x8 ET 40 on an EP3? Which tyre size would you recommend? Do i need to lower the car?

[davetry]

EP3R:

17 x 8 +35 on 215/45/17 on stock shocks? Any chance or will I need to get something done?

[Icebox]

EP3R:

17 x 8 +35 on 215/45/17 on stock shocks? Any chance or will I need to get something done?

will be perfectly fine, i was running 17 x 7.5 + 35 on mine with stock coils with out any issues before i went over to the te37

[davetry]

Sweet...work emotion 11R's will be added to the shopping list then

[uniqlo]

Just hoping someone would help with some brainstorming

I have a set of 225/50/16 Dunlop Sport Maxx TT. My brother bought them and couldn't fit them.
For my ep3, I was wondering if its a good idea to find some 16" rims for it for track use.
How would 16" do for performance and/or looks?

I was thinking of getting some integra type r oem wheels dc2/dc5?

If its a good idea, what width rim and offset would fit no probs with stock ep3 suspension?

Cheers

[xenonkuraz]

Whats the most narrow tyre you could stretch nicely onto a 17x9.5? 215/45?

[DuffyFD]

215 40 will go too. just depends on how still the tyre wall is. Some stretch well, some dont.

Was with a mate yeaterday who has 225/45 on a 10 wide, and I was previously running 205/45 on a 9.

[itachi-kun]

fd with 17x9 +28 all round?
got coils, natural camber not enough?
guards rolled, but would prolly need camber bolts for the rears yea?
which ones to get?

[DuffyFD]

fd with 17x9 +28 all round?
got coils, natural camber not enough?
guards rolled, but would prolly need camber bolts for the rears yea?
which ones to get?

No such thing as camber bolts for the rear. You should be able to get away with natural camber. I'm 17x9+22 rear and its pretty much just natural camber, however my rear guards are a bit pumped.

Tyres will determine if your scrub at the front. 225's you should be able to get away with.

[xcube]

hello....
can anyone post some photos to show how 18x8.5 et30 235/40/18 look on FN2 please....
Thanks you

[HmGLuCaS]

hello....
can anyone post some photos to show how 18x8.5 et30 235/40/18 look on FN2 please....
Thanks you



be careful it might rub since being et30


18x8.5jj ETD 38

http://www.civinfo.com/forum/attachments/wheels-tyres-suspension-brakes/42827d1287372921-18x8-5-img_0659-1-.jpg

http://www.civinfo.com/forum/attachments/wheels-tyres-suspension-brakes/42828d1287372921-18x8-5-img_0658-1-.jpg

[Icebox]

any one know the width and offset for 17" that i would need to get if i run spoon cailpers for ep3 ?

[butterfingers]

any one know the width and offset for 17" that i would need to get if i run spoon cailpers for ep3 ?

17x9 +38 up front.

cr kais. dish rims can be different as offset and width do not neccesarily indicate clearance.

[Icebox]

17x9 +38 up front.

cr kais. dish rims can be different as offset and width do not neccesarily indicate clearance.

im thinking of ce28s 17x 8 +30 would that work?

[butterfingers]

im thinking of ce28s 17x 8 +30 would that work?

It should. I have a 50c coin width of clearance from caliper to spokes without extended studs and a 5 mm spacer

Before the 17" I had 18x7.5 cr Kai +48 offset which cleared (just) the calipers with the same spacer and extended studs so I'm sure ce28 will. Their quite concave once you get to 8" with with some decent offset

[Icebox]

It should. I have a 50c coin width of clearance from caliper to spokes without extended studs and a 5 mm spacer

Before the 17" I had 18x7.5 cr Kai +48 offset which cleared (just) the calipers with the same spacer and extended studs so I'm sure ce28 will. Their quite concave once you get to 8" with with some decent offset

what 17s were you running if you dont mind me asking so i know what width and offset i need to be looking at

[Perry]

what 17s were you running if you dont mind me asking so i know what width and offset i need to be looking at

17x8 +35 will clear but it depends on wheel design as well.

[Icebox]

17x8 +35 will clear but it depends on wheel design as well.

Awesome, gives me some ideas for wheel specs i need for my next set up

[butterfingers]

what 17s were you running if you dont mind me asking so i know what width and offset i need to be looking at

old set up Cr-Kai 18x7.5 +48 all round with a 5mm slip on spacer. the spokes ran flat against the caliper with like 2-3mm of clearance if that.
current set up Cr-kai 17x9 +38 with the same 5mm slip on spacer. same clearance as above close to the hub, however as the spokes go out toward the lip, it arches out giving more clearance from the middle of the caliper (where "spoon" is printed).

with the 17x9s i could just clear it without the spacer, but i was running extended studs, so the spacer was required to fully thread the wheel nuts.

hope that helps fellow ep3rdian

[phillay]

would 18x8 +15 and 18x9 +10 work on ep3? offset calc says theres more inner clearance but extending 43mm and 60mm from rear.

stock height

[Symphorced]

would 18x8 +15 and 18x9 +10 work on ep3? offset calc says theres more inner clearance but extending 43mm and 60mm from rear.

stock height

Could work but would look stupid.

[butterfingers]

would 17x9 +38 on a 215/45 profile tyre work on the rears of an ep3, how much camber would i need to clear the trailing arm?

[Symphorced]

would 17x9 +38 on a 215/45 profile tyre work on the rears of an ep3, how much camber would i need to clear the trailing arm?

don't you already have wheels in those specs? why not just test fit it and let everyone know how you go? lol

[butterfingers]

don't you already have wheels in those specs? why not just test fit it and let everyone know how you go? lol


yea thats true but the only DIY equipemtn i have is a funnel for topping up engine oil and a clay bar + bottle of wax.

i wanna have some peace of mind about this

[Symphorced]

yea thats true but the only DIY equipemtn i have is a funnel for topping up engine oil and a clay bar + bottle of wax.

i wanna have some peace of mind about this

Haha fair enough. I'll fit my 17x9 +35 on the rears when I have time and let you know how they fit. But if they foul on the inside I don't think any amount of negative camber will help though.

[butterfingers]

Haha fair enough. I'll fit my 17x9 +35 on the rears when I have time and let you know how they fit. But if they foul on the inside I don't think any amount of negative camber will help though.

cheers man, i know u ran 17x9 +20 but that 18mm more inner clearance than +38. seems there arent alot of ep3 that run aggressive set ups out there.

[Baygon]

Planning to run 16x8 +20 on my FD. All guards are rolled and car is on eibach springs, any problems? Also what tyres would suit my setup? Thanks!

[HmGLuCaS]

Planning to run 16x8 +20 on my FD. All guards are rolled and car is on eibach springs, any problems? Also what tyres would suit my setup? Thanks!

i dnt think there will be any problems since u have ur guards rolled but i could be wrong, judging from images i could find :)

http://firesport.com.au/images/213552_2012041523.jpg

[cvc88]

Hi Guys,

I've tried doing a search but its pretty complicated and cannot find what I'm trying to look for.

Anyway, I own an EP3 and i bought 4 new Enkei RPF1 17x8.5+30 rims but not sure which tyre size I should be going for?

Can any of you please give me an advise like tyre size and if it would hit the guard etc? The car is standard height.

Thanks!

[butterfingers]

215/45 for looks

Fattest tyre you can find for track

[cvc88]

thanks! :D

[butterfingers]

Can anyone help identify the cause of a scrubbing noise upfront. Running 17x8 et32 with about 1 finger gap. At first I thought it was the fender lining but further investigating ruled that out. Going straight it will scrub/ make a noise like a creaky door but its not constant, more like one creak per wheel revolution. At faster speeds it sounds like a knock. Only coming from left side and goes away when accelerating moderately or anything that makes Te car squat at the back or lean to the right. In fact I can feel each scrub through the footwell so unassuming something's scrubbing against the chassis for the vibrations to be felt. Not running any crazy camber and I've fit 9" wheels et38 upfront and this hasnt happened before.

Any answers are appreciated cheers