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      03-19-2012, 01:11 PM   #9
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Originally Posted by v3.2mc View Post
it could be a difference in shoulder profile on the tires, but with the 235/40 BS Potenza RE760's i was running, there was only 2-3mm clearance at lock. that was with max oe camber on eibach pros.

one of the reasons why i moved the DIY brake ducting down and in towards the center of the car was so that the mounting bolt in the liner wouldn't contact the tire.

a 245/35 might have had more clearance, but not by much.
Nope you're right, I got my signs reversed on the offset on fender side. Not sure if these are 'definitive' but I think for the non-M, these are the best fitments:

max 17" w/o spacer
17x8.5 et40
245/40-17

max 18" w/o spacer
18x8.5 et40
235/40-18 (a 245/35-18 would be better but not typically offered)

max 18" with 5mm spacer & camber
18x8.5 et40
255/35-18
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