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Old Apr 8, 2009 | 01:16 PM
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Tire size question

Could I run 215/40/17 on my stock 17 rims? I didn't know if there would be a clearance issue so I thought I'd check here.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2009 | 01:31 PM
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Running them now with 1.5 inch drop no problems at all
 
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Old Apr 8, 2009 | 02:04 PM
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What type of camber kit did you use when you lowered your car? I thought about that as well but tire width are my main concern. I don't want any contact with struts, apron, or any other important factors unless I have to use spacers.
 

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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 06:13 AM
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Just springs, no camber kit. I have no rubbing even with a tight turn
 
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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 08:29 AM
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I ran that size (GoodYear F1-GSD3) on my stock S-lites for 20K+ miles with no problem. I am running Koni Yellows with Dinan springs and IE camber plates. No rubbing of any kind.
 
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