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Old Aug 22, 2009 | 12:28 AM
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Guys I have a 98 Coupe and about to buy another set of wheels, please tell me max tire width I can go in the back without modification? and max wheel/tire size I can go in the front ...... I dont mean like 20" wheels I just want some 18" wheels all the way around but a little confused about width ...... what about wheel spacers,,,,? thanks
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Old Aug 22, 2009 | 01:18 AM
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anyone? Can I run 18x10.5 all the way around without anyproblems?
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Old Aug 22, 2009 | 12:47 PM
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Yes on the 18x10.5's. I have 10's on the front of mine with 275/35/18's and still have adequate clearance. I've seen on here where some owners have 315's on the rear with I think an 11" or slightly wider rim. I have the 10.5 or 11 on the rear with 295/35/18's right now with good clearance.
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Old Aug 22, 2009 | 12:50 PM
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Look at the post 3 down from yours about the 325 30 19's, good info there.
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