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Old Jul 17, 2010 | 06:25 AM
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Anyone with 18"? do you guys have problems?

Im looking to get 18" for my MC... have ya'll had any issues with like rubbing, or camber wear or just fitment?

im scurred lol

I dont wanna drop my mini either, i think it's pretty low as is already but was thinking about getting 18's.

any recommendation on tire sizes?

thanks!! heres a pic of the 18's imma buy

 
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Old Jul 17, 2010 | 10:51 AM
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no fitment problems but rough ride and look out for bumps, potholes, and anything else that can hurt the lo-pro and the wheel.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2010 | 06:28 PM
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No problems here either 215/40/18 with coilovers and adj camber plates
 
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Old Jul 17, 2010 | 06:50 PM
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I haven't had any issues yet and I'm running 225/40-18 on a stock suspension. Rides as nice as my old 17" setup. I had 215/35-18 tires on it and hated the ride, too harsh and no predictability of breaking loose in the corners due to the short sidewall. I would definitely stick to a 40 series tire if ride comfort is important to you.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2010 | 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by chrisreese
I haven't had any issues yet and I'm running 225/40-18 on a stock suspension. Rides as nice as my old 17" setup. I had 215/35-18 tires on it and hated the ride, too harsh and no predictability of breaking loose in the corners due to the short sidewall. I would definitely stick to a 40 series tire if ride comfort is important to you.
Ohh 225/40-18 Pics Please!!!



OP: Generally yes they fit but it all depends on what size your 18' wheles are and offset ofcourse.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2010 | 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by howsoonisnow1985
Ohh 225/40-18 Pics Please!!!
As you wish! There's more in my gallery. As I said, I'm pretty happy with them and haven't encountered any rubbing issues yet.

 
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Old Jul 22, 2010 | 02:11 AM
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As you wish! There's more in my gallery. As I said, I'm pretty happy with them and haven't encountered any rubbing issues yet.

Swweeet!!!!

Thank A Million!!
 
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