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Old 05-12-2008, 08:40 AM
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Default Wheel clearance? Staggered 19F/20R

I'm planning on purchasing some new wheels for my WS6. I'm sitting at stock height and was looking to throw on some wheels with the following measurements.

(Front: 19x8.5 with +35 offset and Rear: 20x10 with a +45 offset and 5x120 bolt pattern)

Just curious if I might run into any problems with these sizes as far as clearance rubbing? Will it sit to high? I don't want to have to throw much into modifications for fitment.

I've been stuck deciding between 19/20 or 18/19, but I do like the bigger wheel.

Any advice would be appreciated!

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why such a big wheel?!?
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Originally Posted by z28_YOU_HO
why such a big wheel?!?
Lip and rim width are about a half inch bigger >.>
Rear 19s would be 9.5s

I like the big lips

I've been looking at the smaller 18/19 option, I just want it to fit snug. Unfortunately I have to order the rims online though, so no real chance of seeing them on or next to the vehicle =\
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what kind of rims are you going with? do you have pics? i think the 20x10's in the rear might be a little tight..might need to bring out the
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Ruff Racing Rims. R281s. Hmm yea I'm really not looking to make suspension modifications. Maybe I can find a 20 incher around here to try on before I jump the gun...

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those are gonna look pretty sick..id do 18's all the way around though..i think a 20 is gonna look too big..or maybe a 18 in the front 19 in the back with a nice size dish on the back if your determined to go big
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Originally Posted by z28_YOU_HO
those are gonna look pretty sick..id do 18's all the way around though..i think a 20 is gonna look too big..or maybe a 18 in the front 19 in the back with a nice size dish on the back if your determined to go big
Yea those sizes are definitely on my mind, I think I'll go in that direction come crunch time. I'm all about the 3-4 inch dish, I'll have to ask them what comes on the 19.

Appreciate the input.
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You will definitely be happier with going 19's in the rear at the max. 20's are just waaay too big for these cars. Should look pretty good though with the right color of car.
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I definatley love the 19-18 setup i got it on my car with the eibach pro kit and it stances mean as hell
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