FD/FN2/EP3 Wheel Setup Guide

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Originally Posted by Icebox

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

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17x9 +38 up front.

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

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Originally Posted by butterfingers

17x9 +38 up front.

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

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

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Originally Posted by Icebox

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

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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

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Originally Posted by butterfingers

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

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

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Originally Posted by Icebox

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

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

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Originally Posted by Perry

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

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

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Originally Posted by Icebox

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

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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

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

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Originally Posted by 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

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Could work but would look stupid.

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?

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Originally Posted by 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?

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

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Originally Posted by Symphorced

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

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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

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Originally Posted by butterfingers

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

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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.

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Originally Posted by Symphorced

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.

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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.

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!

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Originally Posted by 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!

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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

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!

215/45 for looks

Fattest tyre you can find for track

thanks! :D

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

Hi guys. I am looking to purchase eneki rpf1 for my fd civic. they are 18 x 9 +35. Ive got stock suspension. will the wheels fit the car and what tyres should i use.. 225/40/18?? Thanksss

those specs will fit.. i had 18"rims with 225/40 tyres and dropped down by around 2cm and fit fine with no scrubs

Hi guys,

I just upgraded my wheels to 18X8.5+30 on the rear and +35 on front. My car is on stock height, and it seems to rub my guards when having passengers on the back and turning/going over humps. Would you rather recommended changing the rears to +35 or getting my guards rolled?

Also, what's the perfect tyre size recommended? Ozzy tyres gave me 215/35R18, which proves to be too small, but I really can't do anything now, beside buy new tyres...

Cheers.

shouldve went 225/40 or bigger

get ur guards rolled as uve already got ur rims unless u change exchange to +35

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Originally Posted by JOhnnyFD

shouldve went 225/40 or bigger

get ur guards rolled as uve already got ur rims unless u change exchange to +35

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I'm on stock height, and I got my guards rolled. I'm running 18X8.5+35. Would 225/45R18 fit with no problem? I wanna run bigger tyres...

it should be no problem, u got ur guards rolled too and stock height would fit those tyres fine

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Originally Posted by JOhnnyFD

it should be no problem, u got ur guards rolled too and stock height would fit those tyres fine

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Another question, I want to know if my car will go higher or lower.

Old setup: 17x7.5+48 with 215/45R17
New setup: 18x8.5+30 with 225/40R18

& I'm planning to go with a bigger tyres 225/45R18. Or is it safer/better to go with 225/40R18?

use this http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

compared to ur old setup, 225/40 would raise ur car abit higher than stock, going 225/45 would raise it higher, due to the total circumference of the whole wheel being larger than ur stock

Considering my current wheel setup 18X8.5+35 with 215/40R18. I want to add spacers, what would be the perfect amount without needing to camber? I've also rolled my guards. I'm considering 15 or 20mm? Would 20mm cause to my problems?

Can you guys help me with these question. Thanks

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+32 and tyres ???
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+32 and tyre ???
Suspension: ???
Guard Modifications: ???
Issues with Setup: ???

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9+28 and tyres ???
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9+28 and tyres ???
Suspension: ???
Guard Modifications: ???
Issues with Setup: ???

And 1 more noob question. Different off set we will get different looking. Is it true? The wheel 17x9 which offset will you choose? +28 or +38

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Originally Posted by iou

Can you guys help me with these question. Thanks

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+32 and tyres ???
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+32 and tyre ???
Suspension: ???
Guard Modifications: ???
Issues with Setup: ???

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9+28 and tyres ???
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9+28 and tyres ???
Suspension: ???
Guard Modifications: ???
Issues with Setup: ???

And 1 more noob question. Different off set we will get different looking. Is it true? The wheel 17x9 which offset will you choose? +28 or +38

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You would be fine running 17x8 +32. I Run the the same offset and width with 225/45 tyres without too many problems

Suspension: coilovers
Guard Modifications: rolled guards
Issues with Setup: scrubbing guard lining on bumps

As of the 17x9 +28 I'm not too sure but i assume you would need a fait bit of camber to fit that

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Originally Posted by tmach

You would be fine running 17x8 +32. I Run the the same offset and width with 225/45 tyres without too many problems

Suspension: coilovers
Guard Modifications: rolled guards
Issues with Setup: scrubbing guard lining on bumps

As of the 17x9 +28 I'm not too sure but i assume you would need a fait bit of camber to fit that

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Thanks for your help.

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8.5 +37 and tyres 225/40R18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8.5 +42 and tyre 225/40R18
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: ???

Hey guys wondering if the wheel setup would fit without any scrubbing or any problems?
Thanks in advance :)

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Originally Posted by dannyhuynh

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8.5 +37 and tyres 225/40R18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8.5 +42 and tyre 225/40R18
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: ???

Hey guys wondering if the wheel setup would fit without any scrubbing or any problems?
Thanks in advance :)

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may need to roll guards if having passengers at rear.
but overall should be ok :)

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9 +32 and tyres 225/40R18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9 +32 and tyre 225/40R18
Suspension: lowered on buddyclub coilovers
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: ???

Hey guys wondering if I should get 225/40 tyres or 215/40 tyres? I will be rolling the rear guards soon. Will I run into problems with the 225/40 tyres with this setup? thanks :)

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Originally Posted by jprak

may need to roll guards if having passengers at rear.
but overall should be ok :)

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Thanks :) now I gotta find a guard roller haha

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Originally Posted by envoytheguy

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9 +32 and tyres 225/40R18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9 +32 and tyre 225/40R18
Suspension: lowered on buddyclub coilovers
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: ???

Hey guys wondering if I should get 225/40 tyres or 215/40 tyres? I will be rolling the rear guards soon. Will I run into problems with the 225/40 tyres with this setup? thanks :)

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I would go with 215/40. Giving it more stretch will be better suited since you're sizing up on wheels. I'm running 18x8.5+35 with 215/40 & it's perfect.

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Originally Posted by dannyhuynh

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8.5 +37 and tyres 225/40R18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8.5 +42 and tyre 225/40R18
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: ???

Hey guys wondering if the wheel setup would fit without any scrubbing or any problems?
Thanks in advance :)

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With an offset of 42 at the rear, you wouldn't need any mods. but I would rather go with 215/40 than 225/40.

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Originally Posted by heyalannn

I would go with 215/40. Giving it more stretch will be better suited since you're sizing up on wheels. I'm running 18x8.5+35 with 215/40 & it's perfect.

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Thanks for the reply man. I'll give it a try and report how it goes.

Hey Guys,
Stupid question but what lug nut size does an FD civic use?
I have Accord Euro CL7 Sports wheels on it atm and im looking into getting some Rays Engineering
Lugnuts for it.

Or can i just get an set of 20?

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Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7+55 and 225/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7+55 and 225/45/17
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: Cannot run with coils

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Why cant this setup run with coils? Isnt 17x7+55 (195 tyres instead of 225)
the standard wheel size?

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Originally Posted by Honda_FD

Hey Guys,
Stupid question but what lug nut size does an FD civic use?
I have Accord Euro CL7 Sports wheels on it atm and im looking into getting some Rays Engineering
Lugnuts for it.

Or can i just get an set of 20?

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12 x 1.5

Okay. thanks

hey guys, got 17x8.5+30 on the rear of my ep3 with a 225/45/17. Question is, im scrubbing on -2 camber and was wondering how I go about removing or grinding down the rear bumper tabs ? (my guard roll clears the tyre)

Hey guys what Will I need to fit 17x9 +35 BBS LMs
I've decided to run 225 rear and 215 front
I know I would need camber arms for rear and need my guards rolled.

Was wondering what else is needed or changes to be made for this to fit

Car currently running 215/45/17 F&R
front; 1.5" drop
Rear; 1.4" drop
Springs

Maybe 215/40/17 just to be safe ~

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Originally Posted by jprak

Hey guys what Will I need to fit 17x9 +35 BBS LMs
I've decided to run 225 rear and 215 front
I know I would need camber arms for rear and need my guards rolled.

Was wondering what else is needed or changes to be made for this to fit

Car currently running 215/45/17 F&R
front; 1.5" drop
Rear; 1.4" drop
Springs

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ill trade you 40 ingers at defqon for your LMs

I wonder what ingers are ;-)


*also hoping to make it to defqon this year*

Heres an update to my setup:

Car Model: Civic FD1
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9+32 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x9 +32 215/40/18
Suspension: Buddyclub N+ coilover lowered to tuck one finger tyre
Guard Modifications: Front and rear guards rolled flat. Rear bumper tab shaved.
Issues with Setup: Front wheels rub a little on fast turns and midcorner bumps (thinner tyre might help). No problems with rear even with full load.

Anyone know a good website that sells good genuine Japanese wheels? or someone in Melbourne besides OTR
Preferable in the 17" range. doesnt matter if second hand or not.

Thanks

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Originally Posted by Honda_FD

Anyone know a good website that sells good genuine Japanese wheels? or someone in Melbourne besides OTR
Preferable in the 17" range. doesnt matter if second hand or not.

Thanks

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Also interested. Thanks!

Hey guys! I'm new to this forum and this is going to be my first post LOL I just wanted to ask if my Enkei RPF1's 17x9 +45 with 225/45/17 tyres will scrub etc. fuel lining, struts? I'm also running the car on stock suspension. Thanks!

Hey guys what kind of suspension setup would i need to achieve a drop leaving a 1-1.5 finger gap? what i mean is how much i should be lowering the car
Currently running 18x8.5 +37(front) / +42 (rear) and tyre 225/40R18

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by dannyhuynh

Hey guys what kind of suspension setup would i need to achieve a drop leaving a 1-1.5 finger gap? what i mean is how much i should be lowering the car
Currently running 18x8.5 +37(front) / +42 (rear) and tyre 225/40R18

Thanks!

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You can just get lowered springs but I would personally get coilovers. My theory is Do it once, Do it right.
I know its expensive but its worth it. You can adjust your height down to the last mm you want it to be. Also has Damper
adjustment which is very handy.

And as for your wheels. I think if you drop your car 1.5" you will most likely rub unless you go for 215/40/18 tyres.

Car Model: 2004 EP3R
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +45 225/40/18 continental Contac 3 Sports
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +45 225/40/18 continental Contac 3 Sports
Suspension: Bilstein Shocks stock Springs Whiteline adjustable 24mm rear swaybar
Guard Modifications:None
Issues with Setup: None

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Originally Posted by martymil

Car Model: 2004 EP3R
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +45 225/40/18 continental Contac 3 Sports
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +45 225/40/18 continental Contac 3 Sports
Suspension: Bilstein Shocks stock Springs Whiteline adjustable 24mm rear swaybar
Guard Modifications:None
Issues with Setup: None

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How low is your car? I recall anything x8 +45 on the rear is pretty close the trail arm?

I was stock hight but no problems at all mind you I had camber bolts in front and camber top links in rear with a custom wheel alignment no problems what so ever

I was running 1 deg front and 1.5 rear which is less then stock to improve rear end grip.

Hey fellas, just a quick question.

if i run 17 x 8 +32 wheels with 225/45 on stock height/no guards rolled.

will i have problems? i've had a quick look in this thread, and issues i may expect is just full car/dips or potholes

most probably if i hit a big dip/bump.

how about full car?

need quick response please, thanks heaps in advance, will give rep.

:thumbsup:

Its almost guaranteed to hit not so much if your car is not full, but when loaded for sure

My setup was about 2mm of the guard from memory

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Originally Posted by simmy

Hey fellas, just a quick question.

if i run 17 x 8 +32 wheels with 225/45 on stock height/no guards rolled.

will i have problems? i've had a quick look in this thread, and issues i may expect is just full car/dips or potholes

most probably if i hit a big dip/bump.

how about full car?

need quick response please, thanks heaps in advance, will give rep.

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Depends what car. But you'll be fine!
Try going for 215/45/17 instead.

My front wheels are like that. no problems


Also, Does anyone know the Coilover Spring Size for the 8th Gen Civics?

Thinking about putting Stiffer springs on my HKS Coilovers

Honda Civic FN

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Originally Posted by lukits01

Car Model: FN2 (Stock)
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+55 and 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+55 and 225/40/18
Suspension: Stock/coils
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: None

Car Model: FN2
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+30 and 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+35 and 225/40/18
Suspension: 2.5deg camber front, stock rear
Guard Modifications: The front was helped by running -2.5 deg camber but still needed some cutting of the guard liner and trimming of the fenders.
Issues with Setup: None

Car Model: FN2
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9+45 and 245/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7.5+35 and 225/45/17
Suspension: 2.5deg camber front, stock rear
Guard Modifications: The front was helped by running -2.5 deg camber but still needed some cutting of the guard liner and trimming of the fenders.
Issues with Setup: None

Car Model: FN2
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+38 and 235/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+38 and 235/45/17
Suspension: 2.5deg camber front, stock rear
Guard Modifications: The rears really sit flush with the guard, it was rubbing the guard by some 2mm which I trimmed off. The front was helped by running -2.5 deg camber but still needed some cutting of the guard liner and trimming of the fenders.
Issues with Setup: None

Car Model: FN2
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 16x8+38 and 225/50/16
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 16x8+38 and 225/50/16
Suspension: 2.5deg camber front, stock rear
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: None

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Originally Posted by anaesthetics

How do 17's look on the FN2 compared to the stock 18s? Can't find a picture of one. I'm looking at getting one and have some 17x8+42 CR Kais I'd be interested in fitting.

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Originally Posted by lukits01

those will fit fine
though 17s look rather tiny on a FN2

http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/4844/001yle.jpg
http://i353.photobucket.com/albums/r...DSC_0056-2.jpg
http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/2808/dscn1303oy4.jpg
http://http://i89.photobucket.com/al...ena-FN2_01.jpg
http://img67.imageshack.us/img67/6449/picture079er8.jpg

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Originally Posted by alan

Car Model: FN2

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +45 215/40
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +45 215/40
Suspension: stock & coils
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: no issues

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8.5 +35 235/35
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8.5 +35 235/35
Suspension: stock
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: slight rear scrub on extreme bumps, fine with passengers

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5 +45 225/45
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5 +45 225/45
Suspension: stock & coils
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: none

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8 +40 215/45
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9 +38 235/40
Suspension: stock
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: slight scrub in rear on extreme bumps

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9 +44 225/45
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9 +44 225/45
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: none

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9 +22 235/45 (semi)
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9 +22 235/45 (semi)
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: front clears, rear sticks out about 1in each side

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9 +22
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9 +38
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: waiting for tyres

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Originally Posted by alan

Also tried:

Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x9.5 +35 255/40
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8.5 +40 225/45
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: rears fit easy, front stick out a cm or 2 on each side

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Originally Posted by 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

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Honda Civic EP

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Originally Posted by Philip Lee

i'll play:

Car Model: EP3 (Stock)
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7+45 and 205/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7+45 and 205/45/17
Suspension: Stock/coils
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: None

Car Model: EP3
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+38 and 215/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x8+38 and 215/45/17
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: pretty much the most agressive offset without more -ve camber

Car Model: EP3
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: Stock/Coils
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: None

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Originally Posted by RPS.13

test fitted my new wheels today: BBS mesh 16x7.5 +24, 205/55/16
http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1287311078http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1287311206

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1287294161http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1287294164

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1287294263

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Originally Posted by RPS.13

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/t...g?t=1289727442
http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1289727779
http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1289727787

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Originally Posted by RPS.13

fitted my new wheels today... thought I'd post up some pics and info for reference...
Rays Gram Lights 57s 16x8 +38, 205/55/16, stock suspension, unmolested guards

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1298538772

http://i613.photobucket.com/albums/t...g?t=1298538772

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Originally Posted by RPS.13

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?

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Originally Posted by TOUGE-ITR

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.

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Originally Posted by RPS.13

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.

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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!

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Originally Posted by 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.

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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/t...g?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/t...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/k8...3/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.

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Originally Posted by Symphorced

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!

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Originally Posted by martymil

Car Model: 2004 EP3R
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +45 225/40/18 continental Contac 3 Sports
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x8 +45 225/40/18 continental Contac 3 Sports
Suspension: Bilstein Shocks stock Springs Whiteline adjustable 24mm rear swaybar
Guard Modifications:None
Issues with Setup: None

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Honda Civic FD

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Originally Posted by Stig

I'll start with some of mine

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7+45 and 215/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7+45 and 215/45/17
Suspension: Stock, Spring, Coils, Bags
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: None

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7+55 and 225/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17x7+55 and 225/45/17
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: Cannot run with coils

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+55 and 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18x7.5+55 and 225/40/18
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: Cannot run with coils

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 20x8.5+45 and 225/30/20
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 20x8.5+42 and 235/30/20
Suspension: Springs and Coils
Guard Modifications: Rears Rolled
Issues with Setup: Front rim runs too close to the coils for comfort

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

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

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Originally Posted by rk 86 wa

Car Model:fd
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 X 7 +42 215/40R17 toyo tasw
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 X 7 +42 215/40R17 toyo tasw
Suspension: stock
Guard Modifications:n/a
Issues with Setup: n/a

Car Model:fd
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 X 7 +42 225/45 R17 re001
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 X 7 +42 225/45 R17 re001
Suspension: coil 0 deg fr 2 deg r
Guard Modifications:n/a
Issues with Setup: n/a

Car Model:fd
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 X 7.5 +42 235/40R17 regal some shit
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 X 7.5 +42 235/40R17 regal some shit
Suspension: coil 0 deg fr 2 deg r
Guard Modifications: diy roll the inner tab
Issues with Setup: still scraped

Car Model:fd
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 16 X 6.5 +52 225/50/R16 D01g Semis
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 16 X 6.5 +52 225/50/R16 D01g Semis
Suspension: coil 0 deg fr 2 deg r
Guard Modifications:diy rolled
Issues with Setup: too big a tire for the rim

Car Model:fd
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 16 X 6.5 +52 215/45/r16 ku36
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 16 X 6.5 +52 215/45/r16 ku36
Suspension: coil 0 deg fr 2 deg r and coil 2.5 deg fr 2.5 deg r
Guard Modifications:diy rolled
Issues with Setup: rolling dia too small, not as much gained on track by smaller rolling dia as i thought there would be.

Car Model:fd
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 7 +42 215/45/r17 A050 Semis
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 7 +42 215/45/r17 A050 Semis
Suspension: fr: -2.3 r:-2.0 Castor: 7-8mm Toe: 0
Guard Modifications:diy rolled
Issues with Setup: ****ING PERFECT :)

Also spacers used on +52mm 16" rims and they all fitted but ****ed my bearings :(

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Originally Posted by ekdez

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 Vertini Henessy lolz
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 20x8.5 +42 235/30r20
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 20x8.5 +42 235/30r20
Suspension: coil-overs
Guard Modifications: all guards rolled.
Issues with Setup: don't even bother.

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 Work T1S
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8.5 +25 215/35r19
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x9.5 +30 215/35r19
Suspension: coil-overs
Guard Modifications: all guards rolled.
Issues with Setup: ill let you know how i go =]

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Originally Posted by eNGee

Car Model: FD on DC5S rims
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 7 +45 and 225/45/17
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 7 +45 and 225/45/17
Suspension: Stock
Guard Modifications: None
Issues with Setup: None

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Originally Posted by aero

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

Car Model: FD on work cr kai reps
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 x 7.5 +42 and 225/40/18
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 x 7.5 +42 and 225/40/18
Suspension: coils
Guard Modifications: guards rolled
Issues with Setup: none. will switch to 215 tyres when current ones wear out

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Originally Posted by jpestrada115

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 X 7.5 +45 225/40 R18 92W
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 18 X 7.5 +45 225/40 R18 92W
Suspension: stock
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: none

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Originally Posted by evolution

Car Model: FD1 on Work Emotion (Forged)
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 7.5 +30 and 215/45/17 Toyo Proxies 4
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: 17 x 8.5 +33 and 225/45/17 Dunlop Direzza
Suspension: Tein Lowering Springs
Guard Modifications: Rear guards rolled
Issues with Setup: Only Rear scrubbing with full load and hard turning. Waiting for SPC front camber bolt and Ingalls Rear Camber Kit to see if more -ve camber will fix it

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Originally Posted by liquid23

Car Model: FD2
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8.5 +43 / 225/35/19
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size:19x8.5 +43 / 225/35/19
Suspension: stock
Guard Modifications: roll back guards
Issues with Setup: nothing

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Originally Posted by Riviera

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8.5 +43 / 235/35/19
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size:19x8.5 +43 / 235/35/19
Suspension: stock
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: scrubbing over small bumps in the front and rear splash guard front bumper to body mount in the rear

Solution: get 225 for some angle on the sidewall also looks better... then some suspension mods

Car Model: FD
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: 19x8.5 +43 / 225/35/19
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size:19x8.5 +43 / 225/35/19
Suspension: stock
Guard Modifications: none
Issues with Setup: when the car starts getting a bounce on like the highway scrubs in the front on the splash guard fixings
and in the rear. scrubs on the bumper to body mount, although its hard to get the rear to scrub had full car also...

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Originally Posted by ylo00w

Got it now and is fitted already. I try to get some pis tomorrow. Very happy with the stretch look aswell

specs:

17 x 8 rims 45offset
215/45 rubber
lowered on Tein Htech springs

no issue at all:)

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Originally Posted by aero

thinking of 17x8.5 +30 on 205/40/17 OR 17x9 +35 on 215/40/17

so far guards have been rolled and im on coils.

how bad will those set ups be on scrubbing? u rkn i can carry a passenger or two in the back lol?
which would be the most preferable for the minimalist amount of headache?

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Originally Posted by Stig

17x8.5 +30 on 205/40/17 will give you least headache

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Originally Posted by threesix

18x9's on the back of mine and i cant have anyone in the back seats. guards rolled too.

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Originally Posted by aero

im now on 215/40/17 tyres on a 17x9 +35 rim with a mild guard roll and dropped on coils. no scrubbing.

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im riding on 17x9 +35 right now with no issues on inner clearance. on coilovers and 215/40/17s tho. i think that if i were to run 235s on em there would probably be some issues with inner clearance and guard scrubbing.

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Originally Posted by black8thgen

18x8 +45 on coils should be fine yeh? but people have said 45 offset is bad... why so??

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Originally Posted by aero

+45 isnt bad unless ur go any wider than 8". then u'll probably run into inner clearance issues. but 18x8 +45 just wont compliment the look of the car as much, since it will sit a fair bit inside the guards. i think flush fitment looks much better. gives cars better stance

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Originally Posted by Stig

if you're talking about the gold work meisters in 18x8+45, i've been running them for about a week :p one thing i can say, no scrubbing ftw (1 finger tyre tucked)

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have u had people in the back yet? last year i was running 235/40 tyres on a 18x7.5 +42 rim (old set of tyres that came with the rims) and it scrubbed every time i did left turns and on dips. later i put on some 225s and there were no scrubbing issues at all even with a full car load and lowered suspension. also had 235s on 19x8.5 +35 rims and that scrubbed a bunch on stock suspension with just one person in the rear.

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Originally Posted by aznboiio1

will 18 x 8 +44 fit for fd2?,
planning to run buddyclub n+ coils in the future :D

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Originally Posted by patchwick

should be ok, i've got 18x8.5 +47 on coilovers .. no issues

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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

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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

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Originally Posted by 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?

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Originally Posted by 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.

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Originally Posted by 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.......

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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.

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Originally Posted by 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.

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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.

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... Just to save people going through the 500 odd posts.

There is a lot more information in there, I've purely quoted the informative posts, there are some post throughout the pages where its been chit-chat over 5 posts with "should be" "maybe" "could" but no definite, I haven't quoted those.

Good work on collating all that info lolmclol :thumbsup:


Found a handy "Wheel Fitment, Tyre Stretch, Rolling Radius and Speedometer Error" calculator, which allows you to kind of visualise how your new wheel/tyres will sit, in relation to your old wheel.

http://www.willtheyfit.com/

Please take note of the note about the positioning of the strut: The strut shown in the diagram is for show only - Don't worry if the wheel looks like it fouls!

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Good work on collating all that info lolmclol :thumbsup:


Found a handy "Wheel Fitment, Tyre Stretch, Rolling Radius and Speedometer Error" calculator, which allows you to kind of visualise how your new wheel/tyres will sit, in relation to your old wheel.

http://www.willtheyfit.com/

Please take note of the note about the positioning of the strut: The strut shown in the diagram is for show only - Don't worry if the wheel looks like it fouls!

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Awesome link! Very Helpful.
Now i can physically see where the rim will be

Car Model: Civic fd1
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: XXR 521 16x8 +20/+5 195/45/16
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: XXR 521 16x8 +20/+5 195/45/16
Suspension: 1.5' dropped springs
Guard Modifications:All rolled
Issues with Setup: ???
Anyone can help me out with this? I want to run 195/50 but afraid it might run heaps. Thinking of adding 15mm spacers on as well.

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Car Model: Civic fd1
Front Wheel and Tyre Size: XXR 521 16x8 +20/+5 195/45/16
Rear Wheel and Tyre Size: XXR 521 16x8 +20/+5 195/45/16
Suspension: 1.5' dropped springs
Guard Modifications:All rolled
Issues with Setup: ???
Anyone can help me out with this? I want to run 195/50 but afraid it might run heaps. Thinking of adding 15mm spacers on as well.

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Should be fine. My friends FD had the same wheels and size. from the ground to his bumper was 4cm.
No guard modifications and all Natural Camber. He didnt have any problems

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Should be fine. My friends FD had the same wheels and size. from the ground to his bumper was 4cm.
No guard modifications and all Natural Camber. He didnt have any problems

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Thanks for the feedback, will test it out soon!

Quick question guys.

Will 235/45/17 fit on stock EP3 wheels 17x7+45. Have an opportunity to buy a 2nd hand set for decent price. But after doing some research they may be too wide for stock wheels.
Anyone have any experience with this size on a 17x7 wheel?

once i hacked the fuel cell cover i was 100% gravy. 3 people in the back, no probs.

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Quick question guys.

Will 235/45/17 fit on stock EP3 wheels 17x7+45. Have an opportunity to buy a 2nd hand set for decent price. But after doing some research they may be too wide for stock wheels.
Anyone have any experience with this size on a 17x7 wheel?

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To be honest, I don't know how it will look but the issue I can see is you'll have more tread which will increase the amount of resistance when you're driving thus using more fuel and maybe throwing off the speedo?

I'm probably wrong, but I'm pretty sure that is right.

FYI: The stock tyres are 205/45/17.

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Quick question guys.

Will 235/45/17 fit on stock EP3 wheels 17x7+45. Have an opportunity to buy a 2nd hand set for decent price. But after doing some research they may be too wide for stock wheels.
Anyone have any experience with this size on a 17x7 wheel?

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I wouldn't run a 235/45. The tyre will be extremely tall. The tyre would also balloon on the rim lol.

would a 255/40/17 tyre fit on a FD civic? 17x8s rim

Please help !!
Thanks

No. The tyre does not suit the rim.

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would a 255/40/17 tyre fit on a FD civic? 17x8s rim

Please help !!
Thanks

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its possible to get a 255 tyre on a 8" rim, but it's not ideal... plus you would have a lot of scrubbing issues with with such a meaty tyre

My new setup on pulled guards:

18x10j +20
265/35/18

http://dwongphoto.files.wordpress.co...3151.jpg?w=870

http://dwongphoto.files.wordpress.co...0335.jpg?w=870

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My new setup on pulled guards:

18x10j +20
265/35/18

http://dwongphoto.files.wordpress.co...3151.jpg?w=870

http://dwongphoto.files.wordpress.co...0335.jpg?w=870

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Damn love it!!!! =D

hey guys. sorry for the noob question. im looking at purchasing bbs rs for ep3. rear 16x8.5 +35 and front 16x8 +33 on 205/55/16. would you recommend any other tyre setup? not lowered however will be planning to in the future. would there be any major issues? thanks