Check my math please
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Check my math please
Alright, looking at wheels. I really like american racing torg-thrust M.
I have read article after article and come to the conclusion that I want to run a 18x10 with 5.5" Backspace on the rear and a 17x8 with 5.5" backspace on the front. Will this cause any issues with the fender walls, or suspension? Ride height will be stock. Any body run anything similar also and want to post pictures??
I have read article after article and come to the conclusion that I want to run a 18x10 with 5.5" Backspace on the rear and a 17x8 with 5.5" backspace on the front. Will this cause any issues with the fender walls, or suspension? Ride height will be stock. Any body run anything similar also and want to post pictures??
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Re: Check my math please
The specs on the rear work, front will not clear with a 5.5" BS on a 17" wheel - you need something in the 4.5" to 5.0" BS.
One important thing to point out is how the car will handle with much wider tires on the rear than the front; you are going to get a lot of mechanical understeer.
Have you considered putting a 18" x 10" wheel and a 275 or 285 width tire on all 4 corners?
One important thing to point out is how the car will handle with much wider tires on the rear than the front; you are going to get a lot of mechanical understeer.
Have you considered putting a 18" x 10" wheel and a 275 or 285 width tire on all 4 corners?
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Can I fit an 18" x 10" on the front as well? I was under the impression that I wouldnt have clearance.
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