New Wheel Package, help!, Guru's! JON, KYLE, HAROLD this means you! Options

[KAOS]

When I get my tax return back, I might be looking at a new set of rims.

I've had a local performance shop spec out a set I've had my eye on for some time, but now I need the pro's opinions.

I think I want to stretch the rubber on these rims too, because I really dig that ultra-low profile look

Here's what the performance shop came up with:


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2x Forged 5zigen FN01R 18X7.5 +35 - 328.00 each
2x Forged 5zigen FN01R 18X8.5 +35 - 362.00 each


For the tires I would recommend the following.

215/35/18

Dunlop Direzza DZ101 – 181.42 each

Kumho Ecsta SPT - $175.85 each

Yokohama Prada Spec 2 - $209.25 each

Yokohama S-Drive - $209.25 each

Kumho AST - $138.27 each
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Now, they only recommended one size of tire, and if you'll notice I was hoping to put the wider rims in the rear.... so that doesn't make any sense to me.

But from your experience, what would be the tire size I should be looking for in order to get a good stretched look?

And opinions on the rims? I wanted a strong forged 18" rim that would be lighter in weight than average, and I've always liked the look of the FN01R's. Will the offset I've ordered work properly...?

I'm looking to get as hella flush as I can, and barely understand the camber, offset, and toe-in lingo, so please help in anyway you can.

I should also mention that I've purchased Tanabe Sustec Pro Type I coilovers and ST Sway Bars w/ twos endlinks that will be going on before the rims arrive, so I want to ensure that I don't "rub" too much. I'm all for rolling fenders, but I need help ensuring that the specs are correct so that I have good fitment.

Thanks guys!

This post has been edited by KAOS: Apr 20, 2011 - 2:22 PM

[jmeyer]

I will never understand putting a 215 on a 9" wide wheel. Heck im trying to squeeze 255's on 8" wide. Tire prices are a little high, shop tirerack and save.

[block]

I will never understand putting a 215 on a 9" wide wheel. Heck im trying to squeeze 255's on 8" wide. Tire prices are a little high, shop tirerack and save.

stretched look, which i am not a fan of. looks good on certain cars though. cheapest is ebay, period. i compared the same tires from ebay and tirerack and ebay had em' at $60 cheaper with free shipping. 255's on 8" wide will make it look like monster truck tires dude. i have 235's on my 8" and they look huge.

Anyone know if 245/40/17 would fit on the rear?

if it's the same setup from the first post, you'll be fine.