Will 15x7s with 205/50s rub?

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Old May 20, 2006 | 07:13 PM
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Default Will 15x7s with 205/50s rub?

I plan on getting some Slipstreams for my '91 hatch. I have seen people run this tire and wheel combo before, but not on an EF. Mine sits pretty low. Has Koni Yellows, some slip-on coilovers, and a camber kit.

BTW just courious what color you guys think would look best on my car? I'm thinking Flat Black..



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Old May 20, 2006 | 07:35 PM
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Default Re: Will 15x7s with 205/50s rub? (Kurt04)

well you have to tell us the offset if you want us to guess if it will rub, ill say anything over 35 offset will rub, like if they were 20 offset forgetaboutit
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Old May 20, 2006 | 07:44 PM
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As far as I know they only come in one offset and thats 40mm.
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Old May 20, 2006 | 10:22 PM
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Default Re: Will 15x7s with 205/50s rub? (Kurt04)

I'm using 205/50-15 RT-215 Azenis on 15x7" +40mm Rota GT3s. I have never rubbed. However, I do have a conservative ride height, -2.0* camber up front, and very stiff springs (500+ lbs).

I think you should leave it the color it is. Why ruin a perfectly good paint job in a rare and appealing color?
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Old May 20, 2006 | 10:58 PM
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i think he meant flat black wheels...
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Old May 21, 2006 | 09:09 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by jdminthemakin &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i think he meant flat black wheels...</TD></TR></TABLE>
I think you're right I don't know where my brain was when I posted . . .
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Old May 21, 2006 | 08:31 PM
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So they should fit and if they don't because my car sits so low I guess I could just raise it up.

Targa250R, do you have pics of you car so I can get an idea of how the look in size?

I changed my mind I'm going with a the gun metals.
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Old May 21, 2006 | 08:48 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Kurt04 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Targa250R, do you have pics of you car so I can get an idea of how the look in size?</TD></TR></TABLE>
http://home.comcast.net/~rwdou...1.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~rwdou...2.jpg
http://www.nhscc.com/2005/2005...2.jpg

Keep in mind that the ride height is set conservative to clear my autocross wheel/tire combo (225/45s on 13x8" +25mm wheels) and maximize compression stroke, and I have a lot of roll stiffness so the suspension barely moves. YMMV.
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Old May 21, 2006 | 08:58 PM
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My car sits lower, thats for sure. But it is very stiff also. So I think I will be fine. If I have any problems I can always adjust it.

Thanks and nice ride!
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Old May 21, 2006 | 09:02 PM
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Default Re: Will 15x7s with 205/50s rub? (Kurt04)

depending on the wheel's offset, they should not rub.

i'm using Volk TE37c's with +43 offset, 15 x 7. even with 3 adults at the back, it does not rub



with Bridgestone GIII 205/50's


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