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Wheel spacers. How much offset do I need?

Discussion in 'Wheels and Tires' started by cribbs-tC, Mar 27, 2009.

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    cribbs-tC New Member

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    Mar 7, 2009
    So, I'm rolling on the stockies, and just got some Tein S-techs put on. I want to space the wheels so the look more flush to the well, but I don't want to roll/shave the fender. My question for you all is, what kind of offset can I safely go with with the stock rims, 215/45/17 tires, and Tein S-tech springs? I don't want to rub, but I hate how far in the wheels sit...

    I can has help? :shrk:
    cribbs-tC, Mar 27, 2009
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    Redneck4csa Premium Member

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    I would go with 15mm hub-centric spacers all the way around.
    Redneck4csa, Mar 27, 2009
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    cribbs-tC New Member

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    Mar 7, 2009
    I was thinking that as well, but was just worried about rubbing issues. Especially since it will cost $200 just for 4 15mm spacers lol.
    cribbs-tC, Mar 27, 2009
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    Redneck4csa Premium Member

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    Shouldn't be an issue.
    Redneck4csa, Mar 28, 2009
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    navylife59 Super Moderator

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    Be sure to upgrade your OEM wheel studs as they can shear off from the extra stress of that large an offset.
    navylife59, Apr 4, 2009
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    cribbs-tC New Member

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    Mar 7, 2009
    Thanks for the tips redneck and navy. I actually took a measuring tape to the wheels yesterday to eyeball about how much room there is. It seems I have about 25mm of gap in the rear and about 15mm gap in the front. Does this sound about right, or would the 25mm in the rear be risking rubbing? I guess I could also run a little bit of negative camber in the rear to accomodate, correct?

    Also, (NOOB QUESTION ALERT!!!) how do you change the wheel studs? Do you recommend any replacement? I'm trying to see how much it will cost me total, and whether or not I can do this myself.

    Thanks.
    cribbs-tC, Apr 5, 2009
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