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Old 05-12-2012, 06:51 PM
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Would +42 be the correct offset for 215/45/16's to fit without rubbing? Also, would I have any issues with an inch to inch and a half drop?
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Without knowing the wheel width, its really impossible to tell. Offset is measured from the center of the wheel, so knowing its width is crucial to give any advice.
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Sorry, forgot to include. They are 16x7.
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Originally Posted by apocalypt1c
Sorry, forgot to include. They are 16x7.
Okay, then yes, those will fit your car fine.
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Okay, then yes, those will fit your car fine.
Awesome, thanks. Just one other question. What's the lowest I would be able to go on the offset while having a 1 - 1 1/2 inch drop?
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With a drop like that you could Mexi-poke all day long. To still fit in the fender with a 16x7 you can do a +20. 16x8 +35.
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I want them to be tucked nicely. I currently have 16x7 with a +38 offset. For the most part, they work, but I do rub when hitting bumps. It will also catch the lip on the fenders if I were to put the suspension on now.
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I want them to be tucked nicely. I currently have 16x7 with a +38 offset. For the most part, they work, but I do rub when hitting bumps. It will also catch the lip on the fenders if I were to put the suspension on now.
Considering there's only 4mm difference between the +38's and the +42's, and you're having rubbing issues now... you're not going to be able to go lower then the 38's.

You could easily add a tiny bit of negative camber or roll the fenders to eliminate the rubbing issues you currently have.
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Default Re: 2000 Civic EX Offset?

The same wheels also come with a +45 offset. Any thoughts or experiences with that offset/tire size combo?
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The same wheels also come with a +45 offset. Any thoughts or experiences with that offset/tire size combo?
+45 would work as well, but you should be fine with +42's.
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Default Re: 2000 Civic EX Offset?

At least if I go with +45 in the end, I can use spacers if it ends up being too much on the positive end. Thanks for all your help.
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