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Old Mar 9, 2011 | 07:01 PM
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R53 stock suspension, 15X8+36, & 225/45/15s

I've searched a bit and am pretty sure the answer is no, but I figured I would make sure for clarity. Plus this thread will hopefully show up for future searchers...

Anyway, I've ordered a set of 6ULs in 15X8+36 form. I also have a set of 225/45/15 Hankook RS3's on the way. These will be a bit shorter than stock, but they're also only for autocross, so I'm not too concerned with the diameter difference.

With a stock suspension, will this setup require a spacer?

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Old Mar 11, 2011 | 06:27 PM
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Check out this thread and the links it has: https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...autocross.html
 
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Old Mar 19, 2011 | 03:36 AM
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Old Mar 22, 2011 | 06:11 PM
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I'd be interested to hear how these work out for you. I'm considering the same setup, but debating 6UL's in 15x7.5" or Enkei PF01 in 15x8.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2011 | 11:12 PM
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FYI The 6ul in 15x8 will require a spacer in the rear. Even though it may seem like everything clears perfectly fine while stationary, clearance change quite a bit once the suspension starts working. This is speaking from experience, as i have had the 15x8 gen2 6uls for qutie some time now. Run atleast a 3mm spacer, but the 5mm are easier to find.
 
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