The wheels that I'm buying shortly come with 205/45-17s. Somewhere down the line, prolly not for another year, I for sure want this thing a little lower. But, my question is, will I have to switch to a 40 series sidewall when I lower it to avoid rubbing? I'm trying to avoid this here in the pothole capital of the world. I've heard both sides with some saying yes and others saying no.

 

I am pretty sure that you would not have to, but maybe PM some of the veterans...no offense to your 4th gear...anyone at any of the vendors dealing with performance. Not to plug m7...like I seem to do often...but Randy and Peter have helped me alot in the past, but most anyone can help you on here.

45's will give you a softer ride than a 40 series.
40's will give you better cornering.
I think that this issue is one more of preference.

Hope all works well.

 

if your offset is within +38 to +50mm with that tire you should be fine.

on the other hand, going 40 profile on pothole central will probably net
you more bent wheels.

 

I'm running 225x45x17 with a 22mm Alta adjustable rear sway bar and lower springs & EBC cross drilled all around with 5mm Eiback spacers (sse my gallery) = no rubbing with two people during very spirited driving. Just went to the Dragon last weekend to test it. The results are outstanding - just do it! The entire car handling improved 100%, very predictable and sticky as glue.

 

What springs did you use to lower?,i'd do the same but with 19mm bar.
Thanks,
Bill

 

I installed the Altas from Atlantic British. The car droped 1" all around.