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Hey guys im looking at getting some 18 inch rims for my 32 and when i went to test fit them they wouldn't go on the front as the tire was hitting against the upper control arm. the tire size was 18x45x245 if i was to put some 18x35x235's on there would they then fit??? what size rims and tires do others have on their 32's

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I think you would need less offset for that width.. i.e. 9" wide with gtr offset (+20) would likely fit on the inside but hang outside the guard.

*shrug* I run 17x7.5, no need for bling round here brudda :P

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I think you would need less offset for that width.. i.e. 9" wide with gtr offset (+20) would likely fit on the inside but hang outside the guard.

*shrug* I run 17x7.5, no need for bling round here brudda :D

yeah i was thinking that i might need 18x8 rims with 235s on to stop from hitting the control arm (also i havent forgotten about your money just having trouble getting to the bank :P )

I ran 18x8 with 235's without too much hassle. I just needed a small spacer (5mm maybe? I didn't measure) to clear the brake calliper and all was sweet. Didn't even rub on the arch lining which surprised me a little.

alright i might just try putting some 235s on the front and see how it goes cheers

alright i might just try putting some 235s on the front and see how it goes cheers

I don't think it would make anydifference... that extra inch of rom width is what's causing issues, 235 will be very stretched over a 9 inch wide rim. You won't be able to fit a 9 inch wide rim on there without a reasonable sized spacer or low offset rims. If you already have the rims I'd suggest the spacer option.

I don't think it would make anydifference... that extra inch of rom width is what's causing issues, 235 will be very stretched over a 9 inch wide rim. You won't be able to fit a 9 inch wide rim on there without a reasonable sized spacer or low offset rims. If you already have the rims I'd suggest the spacer option.

alright i have some spacers already so ill try putting them on its only the tyre that is hitting the control arm though not the rim

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