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Old Dec 29, 2010 | 07:07 PM
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i bought a set of wheels for 80 bucks from a co-worker. they're 15x8 and they've got a pretty good negative offset. they stick out about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch from the wheel well, but only rub in the front at full lock. anything to worry about?
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Old Dec 29, 2010 | 07:34 PM
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Re: offset

Actually measure them. We can't say anything based on what you said.
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Old Dec 30, 2010 | 05:58 PM
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Re: offset

Originally Posted by xdevenx
i bought a set of wheels for 80 bucks from a co-worker. they're 15x8 and they've got a pretty good negative offset. they stick out about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch from the wheel well, but only rub in the front at full lock. anything to worry about?
if it doesnt bother you, leave it alone.

tires sticking out from the fenders is illegal in many places, so thats something to think about.
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Old Dec 30, 2010 | 06:32 PM
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Re: offset

yeah, it's illegal here in ca. but it's not really enough for anyone to notice. I was just worried about putting extra stress on the suspension/steering.
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