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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 03:14 PM
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looking at ordering a set of rpf1's 18x9.5+15 ,and was wondering if
255/40/18 would be a good size tire? Also i really dont wanna messing my camber or roll the fenders,but if i have to i will.

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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 05:34 PM
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+15 without a fender roll? hmmmm.....
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Old Jul 15, 2010 | 06:43 PM
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i would recommend 255/35/R18 if you want to go 18x9.5 +15

255/40/R18 would definitely require a fender roll and some negative camber.....

255/35/R18 your chances are alot better....you might rub very little...
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Old Jul 16, 2010 | 09:27 AM
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Thanks man
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Old Jul 16, 2010 | 09:58 AM
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possible with 255/35/18, but you will have to set some mad camber, most likely 2.x to 3.
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Old Jul 16, 2010 | 11:11 AM
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If i did that ,could i get back to stock setup?
Will the inner thread get worn out more then the outer
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Old Jul 16, 2010 | 09:50 PM
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My wheels are those specs and I have stock sized nitto nt05 with no rubbing issues.I would suggest going this route.
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Old Jul 17, 2010 | 02:19 AM
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My wheels are those specs and I have stock sized nitto nt05 with no rubbing issues.I would suggest going this route.
that must be really stretched! Since NT-05 is known to run more narrow then most tires!
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Old Jul 19, 2010 | 08:32 AM
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I have 19x9.5 +15, on Eibach springs, near stock alignment front and rear. Of course, the rear fenders are rolled and the front fender liners are modified.
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