I currently run 205/50/15 tires, and I'm planning to get a turbo which require more grip. Does anyone know which offset I need to buy to fit 215/40R17 tires on a 17x7 wheel for my 96 Civic Sedan?

I've heard 215's are hard to fit on a civic and wanted some advice.

thanks

 

they fit, dunno what offset tho off the top of my head. depending on how low you drop your car, you might have rubbing issues tho.

 

40mm offset with a 215 will be fine. they do fit. but with all lowered cars and 17s.. expect rubbing.

 

I've heard of a 215 tire rubbing on the upper control arms. Were you talking about rubbing on the UCA or the fender?

 

I had 205/40/17, lowered with no problem. As soon as I went to 215, it rubbed like crazy. Every little bump or dip it would hit the fender. My car isn't that low either. If you want 215, go back to a 15" rim and go with a 215/50/15.