Offset and lowering on 205/45/16s

[03Z33]

The offset is fine. I run the same tire size, but with the DF's the car will not sit low enough and you will have a big gap between the fender and the tire (almost like stock). You might consider 205/50/16 if you want the lowered look without the wheel gap.

[driver centric]

Thanks so much for the input guys!

Originally Posted by 03Z33

The offset is fine. I run the same tire size, but with the DF's the car will not sit low enough and you will have a big gap between the fender and the tire (almost like stock). You might consider 205/50/16 if you want the lowered look without the wheel gap.

I was considering 205/50/16s but I've read posts by another user (can't recall his username at the moment) running this size tire on the same size wheel with lowering springs and he said he's experienced slight rubbing. His offset is +40 I believe though. His car does look great with the setup but I'd rather not run the risk.

[Black Yaris]

Originally Posted by driver centric

Thanks so much for the input guys!



I was considering 205/50/16s but I've read posts by another user (can't recall his username at the moment) running this size tire on the same size wheel with lowering springs and he said he's experienced slight rubbing. His offset is +40 I believe though. His car does look great with the setup but I'd rather not run the risk.

205/50's are the way to go, should be fine with the +38, my 225 barely clear with a +38

[brickhardmeat]

Originally Posted by 03Z33

The offset is fine. I run the same tire size, but with the DF's the car will not sit low enough and you will have a big gap between the fender and the tire (almost like stock). You might consider 205/50/16 if you want the lowered look without the wheel gap.

almost stock? no way.

we're talking 24.1 to 23.3 diameter, from a 4 inch side wall to a 3.6, ok this is less than half an inch, notable but that is not back to stock, that gap was major

that would be the difference from 205/50/16 to 205/45/16

just sayin'