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Old Aug 26, 2011 | 09:29 PM
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Question Another wheel fitment question

i searched through the forum and couldn't really find an answer. not really a big wheel guy. im about to pick up some enkei ekm3 wheels that are 18x8 with et 45. Will they fit fine with out spacers? what will i need to buy with these?
 
Old Aug 26, 2011 | 09:36 PM
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What tires do you plan to use?
 
Old Aug 26, 2011 | 10:09 PM
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225-40-18. sorry meant to post with original post.
 
Old Aug 26, 2011 | 11:11 PM
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I think the front should just barely clear, on the rear of the the tires would rub on harder cornering but if you are quattro that will be a non-issue. My guess is you should be okay. But IMO it will look tons better with at least 10mm spacers all around (effective offset of ET35).
 
Old Aug 27, 2011 | 12:07 PM
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Are you lowered?
 
Old Aug 29, 2011 | 01:25 PM
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no sir i am not
 
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