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      04-22-2013, 12:43 PM   #317
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Originally Posted by E92inSG View Post
Is anyone running 275/35/18 in front with 18x9.5 setup?

I've planned to go with 265/35 & 285/35 on my staggered setup but would prefer 275/35 if I know for sure it won't rub lowered on coilovers.
Nobody can definitively tell you fitment will work when you push the envelope... 275/35/18 can be done in the front but rubbing is dependent upon the tires, offset and suspension settings. I have been able to run 275/35/18 michelin PSS on 9.5 et 22 wheels with KW clubsports but the tire very slightly touches the spring in certain situations. It's not something you notice in everyday driving but the tire left a small mark on the spring. There is space between the spring and tire when the car is sitting static... the slight rub must occur when loaded. I switched to 9.5 et15 and there is no rubbing on the inside but it now slightly rubs at full lock (didn't rub at full lock with et22 offset). You need negative camber to make these sizes work.
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