wheel size

[my97mitsGSX]

is 225/45/18 or 235/40/18 good, like will it fit my car. Its lowered about 1.5" and i might consider lowering it more. What is the minimum offset i can use? I don't want to rub. I think 225/45/18 would be better as far as fitment

 

[wret]

Hey, at last a good question! You already know what size tires you want before you have purchased wheels.

Some may argue with this:
Max offset for 235/40/18 is 41 mm
Max offset for 225/40/18 is 50 mm

38-40mm should be fine for either application.

And by the way, look for somewhere around 8" width on your wheels if you want to maximize performance.

 

[my97mitsGSX]

would 235's be to wide though? i want to be able to turn the wheel all the way in both directions without rubbing and also be able to drive and steer without it rubbing or hitting anything

 

[jtmcinder]

I run 245/40/17 and/or 245/45/16 in the summer and have no problems turning the wheels. Of course, I run performance-oriented diameters. YMMV.

- Jtoby

 

[my97mitsGSX]

245's, damn that's gotta be wide

so its safe to say 235's should be fine with a car that's lowered?

 

[wret]

Originally posted by my97mitsGSX
245's, damn that's gotta be wide

so its safe to say 235's should be fine with a car that's lowered?

Yup

 

[paul s]

I have 235/40/18 on 18/8 and it works OK 41mm offset, the rear lip had to be trimmed..