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94 civic coupe with 17" rims/17x7 +40 offset - what tire size that won't rub?

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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 04:18 AM
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Default 94 civic coupe with 17" rims/17x7 +40 offset - what tire size that won't rub?

I have a 94 Honda civic ex coupe...I have a set of 17" Akita racing rims that are 17x7 +40 offset..what would be the best tire size to use so they don't rub...I've been told 205/40/17, 205/45/17, 215/40/17, and 215/45/17...not sure which one to use..just trying to make sure they don't rub and throw off the Speedo...also my car is at stock hight
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Default Re: plz help

Check out the Honda-Tech Tire/Rim Calculator
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 07:31 AM
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Default Re: 94 civic coupe with 17" rims/17x7 +40 offset - what tire size that won't rub?

That doesn't help me..I don't know the stock width or offset
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 07:56 AM
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Default Re: 94 civic coupe with 17" rims/17x7 +40 offset - what tire size that won't rub?

Originally Posted by hun8504
That doesn't help me..I don't know the stock width or offset
Then look it up for f'cks sake. Stop being lazy.
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 08:29 AM
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Default Re: 94 civic coupe with 17" rims/17x7 +40 offset - what tire size that won't rub?

I f-ing did can't kind find no specs on the stock rims
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 08:33 AM
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Default Re: 94 civic coupe with 17" rims/17x7 +40 offset - what tire size that won't rub?

Doubtful. And that tool will absolutely help you. Maybe Google the info like this.
https://www.google.com/webhp?sourcei...w=1904&bih=886
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 08:36 AM
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Default Re: 94 civic coupe with 17" rims/17x7 +40 offset - what tire size that won't rub?

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I f-ing did can't kind find no specs on the stock rims
I just found it. No problem. Not going to give you a link though. You don't deserve it.


Here's a hint to help you: stop using "rims" in your search and start using the proper terminology.

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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 08:58 AM
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Default Re: 94 civic coupe with 17" rims/17x7 +40 offset - what tire size that won't rub?

All I know is they are 4x100 14x5 every website I find says the offset is high...that don't help I need to know the number for the offset
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Old Mar 1, 2013 | 09:03 AM
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Jeez. 40-45! 5 seconds to find that.
http://www.clubcivic.com/board/showthread.php?t=176280

Stop calling them rims in your search. They are wheels.
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