Some info from my experience with 18x9.5 +35. With a 265/35 tire, it may or may not rub at a stock ride height depending on tire choice. Some tires, such as pilot sports, tend to be wider with thicker sidewalls. These will rub on the sidewall over bumps with passengers, or over large bumps without. I currently run this spec with PS AS4 tires and had to roll the front and trim the rear for clearance. I plan to eventually lower the car on swift springs and will be monitoring carefully for any rubbing when I do.
Great video, Ive been looking for a perfect fitment for my type r with stock suspension and im glad ive found your video. Have you had any rub issues with passengers? Thank you
I plan on buying a type R and currently have a 2015 wrx with some 18x9.5 +38 avid wheels that I love and brand new 255/35 continental extreme contacts. Unfortunately they are bolt pattern 5x114 so I would have to run a 5x120 adapter. Would these fit a stock Type R keeping in mind the adapter also adding some buldge.
I can’t answer this since I don’t know that offset will the adapter take it to. Already +35 is aggressive offset. Most likely will rub depending on the tire compound (255/35).
I’m on 255/40/18 with 9.5+45. Lowered an inch all around. I had 265/35 but had horrible mpg and the Speedo was of. With 255/40 Speedo is correct and way better mpg and also more comfortable but I do rub in the rear. Currently doing research on where and how to trim but I can’t find any thing good. I only rub in one spot and I don’t want to trim because I’m scared it’ll cut my tire and I also don’t want to trim the whole fender because that’s where the wide body flare hangs on to.
Hi, I'm about to buy some TE37, what do you think about this spec? Volk Racing TE37SL Black Edition III Wheel (Set of 4 / Face-2) - 18x9.5 / +37 / 5x120 (FK8 Spec), What size of tire do you recommend? Do you think it will have any performance/handling issue? thanks! and great video.
Hi thanks for the information, I am kind of confused your set up is 255/40 on a 9.5 wheel and the tire looks flat on side, I though a 255 on 9.5 will be stretched because a 9.5 wheel is actually 10.5 thickness?
this video its very informative and i came to the conclusion that i would like a 265x40x18 on a 18x9.5 offset 45 on stock height. i am not sure if it will rub? thank you for your help
I’m looking at purchasing a set of wheels and I wanted to know what setup would work best. I’m looking for the wheel to be flushed with the fender not allowing the wheel to rub. I do not plan on lowering that car neither, what do you think? 18x9.5 255/40? Or should I do 19x9.5 since Im not looking to lower the vehicle?
I went with 18s since they are lighter. You can also run 19s if you prefer the look. I know that for 19s fitment 19x9.5 et44 with 265/35 is a safe fitment that is flush and wont rub. I would do a bit more research with 19 fitment if trying to be more aggressive than et43-45. Also i would not run 255/40 on 19s, would only do it on 18s. Also, 18s are cheaper if that is a factor.
Do you have to put spacers for after maker wheels on FK8 ? Or is that jsut an extra an accessory? For example I stock rims but let’s say I want to put on the same exact rims & wheels you have do I have to put a spacer?
Has anyone noticed the steering is less responsive when switching to the 18x9.5? I got the enkei ts5 with 255-40 toyo proxes sport all season. The ride is much smoother than the OEM wheels but I still like the way my car handled more before I swapped.
It’s because of the increase in side wall in an all season tire. I got 255/40 but went with extreme performace summer tires (RT660) which have very stiff sidewalls. Thus, handling the same and better than OEM.
I’m doing 255/40/r19. I do have coil overs installed but they are matched to OEM height. I guess I’ll have to figure out “how low can I go”. 😂 I’ll post my finding here and also on CivicX since I haven’t been able to find the info there.
Tomorrow I'm getting some TE37 Saga SL's, 18,9.5 +38, if I go 255/40, do you think that will affect my handling or torque steer? This video was super helpful by the way, thanks man!
There is a bit more torque steer, which is given with the lower offset wheel. Its seems to be more pronounced when at very low speed and accelerating hard out of a corner. If you are already carrying speed into the corner, there is no big torque steer at exit. As for handling it will depend on tire. Extreme performance summer tires have stiff sidewalls so turn in may even be better than stock contis (i have RT660 and they have better turn in). I know for max performance the pilot sport 4S are great and you wont have a problem. I don’t even think the stock contis gripped that well so the above-mentioned tires will grip much better.
Want to keep stock suspension on the car and was looking at a 18X9.5 35mm rim. If I run the 265/35 tires with it, will this work? Cant seem to find anyone who has changed from 38mm to 35mm not sure if the difference will still work
So i am not sure about 18x9.5 35mm. It will fit… but some people say it rubs and other say it does not rubs (on stock suspension). Look at some side profile pictures as well since I have noticed that the rim pokes out a bit and some people do not like that. You can check on Civic X forums.
You will feel the car more sluggish around corners. Bigger sidewalls cause less steering response into corners. Thats why the original type R tire is a 30 of sidewall. The way to counteract this is by having a stiffer sidewall: Ultra high performance tires (AS4) < Max performance tires < Extreme performance tires.
You think it will rub if I got some Konig neoform wheels of 18X9.5 but with an OFFSET of 35 but the car being kept at stock height? because I don’t want to lower my typer too.
Great video. Thanks for the info. Question I’m thinking of getting 19x8.5 with +35 off set. Simply cause I want my wheels to be flush with fenders, but in your video you said they kinda sink in? Some people told me that’s the size I need for flush and that the 9.5 will pole out a little. So I’m your opinion which will actually give me the closes look to a perfect flush? 8.5 or 9.5? Thanks for your help.
@@mariomaciel4745 iv got 19x9.5 and it looks perfect, I will say it sticks out maybe an 8th of an inch or less, so 8.5 may be what you want, depends if you want it barely stick out, or barely In.and I’m getting spoon sport lowering springs cause I still think it sits a tad bit to high
I am sure it will rub. You can get away with a 265 37 if not lowered. You will have to trim the inner front tabs if you lower it and it should be fine as well.
Great video, I’m going for te37 saga sl +45 reason for that offset cut one torque steer and it gives me more room for tires in the future in case I wanna lowered. Anyways for sure I’m running 255/40 stock Hight. My question is that I don’t see much info about running Michelin pilot sport 4s on that size. Anyone has an opinion about it?
You can, but the higher treadwear has more flexible sidewalls sacrificing turn in feel and some handling in the curves. 200s have stiffer sidewalls for that.
They weight almost 30 pound each. Tire sidewall makes the ride feel the car is going to break whenever you hit a bump (plus the wheels crack easily since they are cast). Also the sport contact 6 are not the best tires. The offsef is waaayyy to conservative and make the fitment sunken in. So the best first mod is getting lighter better looking wheels with better tires.
@@Chappers.Gaming most people go with 18 since they are cheaper and have more weight reduction benefits (depending on the wheel). You can go 19s as well. They are less popular because of the above mentioned reasons but they still look good. I think 20s are just too big. But if you find a lightweight good looking 20 then go for it.
Not one word about suspension geometry - just the kids approach to whether it will fill the wheelwells and not rub. Nice vid for posers - not for enthusiasts.
Yeah its a fitment guide. You can adjust camber to lower the car more and get more aggressive offsets or wider wheels, but that is about it. If you wanted to see suspension set-up for track this is not it. If you mean suspension geometry relating to offset and torque steer I did mentioned it. Again, I just kept it simple and informative 🤷🏽♂️
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I ordered the FK2 wheels. Same offset but just 19’s. And still looks OEM.
Some info from my experience with 18x9.5 +35. With a 265/35 tire, it may or may not rub at a stock ride height depending on tire choice. Some tires, such as pilot sports, tend to be wider with thicker sidewalls. These will rub on the sidewall over bumps with passengers, or over large bumps without.
I currently run this spec with PS AS4 tires and had to roll the front and trim the rear for clearance. I plan to eventually lower the car on swift springs and will be monitoring carefully for any rubbing when I do.
Thanks for the input! 👌
I’m watching so much type r stuff, thanks for the info! I’m getting one forsure. It’s my goal in life
Nice! Yo will get there, and if you wait a bit the 11th gen will be here!
Such an informative video! Thank you.
Great upload sir 🙌🏽 you went through so many options for all the R owners 🙏🏽
You are welcome sir! 🚀
Thank you for the great information and love the mits
Are you saying if the offset is lower than 55, the torque steer will increase? How noticeable is the torque steer at an offset of 45?
Yup. I only noticed it when coming out of tight slow corners. Fast cornering there is no difference from stock.
@@autointern7371 Okay I see. Thanks!
Great video, Ive been looking for a perfect fitment for my type r with stock suspension and im glad ive found your video. Have you had any rub issues with passengers? Thank you
Thanks man! No rub with 1 passenger. Have not tried with 4 people in the car.
@@autointern7371 you’re welcome. One more question if you dont mind. Do I have to keep same center bore which is 64.10. Thanks in advance
Yes but you can use hubcentric rings. For my Volks I bought 72.56 to 64.1 hubcentric ribgs.
I’m on 245/40/18 with a +22 offset, -3.5 camber with no fender work, no rubbing
Nice!
Any effect on handling and tire wear?
The speedo isn’t off?
I’ve got CE28’s with 255/35. Lowered on Tein. No rubbing @ all.
Nice!
I plan on buying a type R and currently have a 2015 wrx with some 18x9.5 +38 avid wheels that I love and brand new 255/35 continental extreme contacts. Unfortunately they are bolt pattern 5x114 so I would have to run a 5x120 adapter. Would these fit a stock Type R keeping in mind the adapter also adding some buldge.
I can’t answer this since I don’t know that offset will the adapter take it to. Already +35 is aggressive offset. Most likely will rub depending on the tire compound (255/35).
I’m on 255/40/18 with 9.5+45. Lowered an inch all around. I had 265/35 but had horrible mpg and the Speedo was of. With 255/40 Speedo is correct and way better mpg and also more comfortable but I do rub in the rear. Currently doing research on where and how to trim but I can’t find any thing good. I only rub in one spot and I don’t want to trim because I’m scared it’ll cut my tire and I also don’t want to trim the whole fender because that’s where the wide body flare hangs on to.
Yo I’m thinking about running the same specs. How did u fix the rub?
Thanks mate, seriously helpful.
Hi, I'm about to buy some TE37, what do you think about this spec? Volk Racing TE37SL Black Edition III Wheel (Set of 4 / Face-2) - 18x9.5 / +37 / 5x120 (FK8 Spec), What size of tire do you recommend? Do you think it will have any performance/handling issue? thanks! and great video.
265/35 should not have any issues on stock height. If any issues with rubbing then just trim the front fender tabs and that should fix it.
Thanks for the tip man @@autointern7371
Hey man just wondering what you’ve done to make these wheels work
Hi thanks for the information, I am kind of confused your set up is 255/40 on a 9.5 wheel and the tire looks flat on side, I though a 255 on 9.5 will be stretched because a 9.5 wheel is actually 10.5 thickness?
this video its very informative and i came to the conclusion that i would like a 265x40x18 on a 18x9.5 offset 45 on stock height. i am not sure if it will rub? thank you for your help
should not
Currently in spoon springs and have 18x9.5 +38 off set. What tires would I not rub? Help thanks!
I’m looking at purchasing a set of wheels and I wanted to know what setup would work best. I’m looking for the wheel to be flushed with the fender not allowing the wheel to rub. I do not plan on lowering that car neither, what do you think? 18x9.5 255/40? Or should I do 19x9.5 since Im not looking to lower the vehicle?
I went with 18s since they are lighter. You can also run 19s if you prefer the look. I know that for 19s fitment 19x9.5 et44 with 265/35 is a safe fitment that is flush and wont rub. I would do a bit more research with 19 fitment if trying to be more aggressive than et43-45. Also i would not run 255/40 on 19s, would only do it on 18s. Also, 18s are cheaper if that is a factor.
Thank you so much for this.
Dunno if i will get a response, but do you think would there be any rubbing issues with 19x8.5 ET 40 with 245/30 tires? Stock suspension.
I have an fk2 does anyone know if I can put a 19 inch or 20 inch with et 35 without problems...? I'm not lowering the car
Do you have to put spacers for after maker wheels on FK8 ? Or is that jsut an extra an accessory? For example I stock rims but let’s say I want to put on the same exact rims & wheels you have do I have to put a spacer?
Has anyone noticed the steering is less responsive when switching to the 18x9.5? I got the enkei ts5 with 255-40 toyo proxes sport all season. The ride is much smoother than the OEM wheels but I still like the way my car handled more before I swapped.
It’s because of the increase in side wall in an all season tire. I got 255/40 but went with extreme performace summer tires (RT660) which have very stiff sidewalls. Thus, handling the same and better than OEM.
I’m doing 255/40/r19. I do have coil overs installed but they are matched to OEM height. I guess I’ll have to figure out “how low can I go”. 😂 I’ll post my finding here and also on CivicX since I haven’t been able to find the info there.
From factory the offset is 60 if I get rims with an offset of 45 how much would the handling performance be affected if any?
Negligeble difference
@@autointern7371do you think Enkei T6R 18x 9.5 45 on Michelin pilot sport 4s 255/ 40z R18 on stock type r height would be a good fit?
Any tire recommendations on 18.5x9 +37 stock height?
Tomorrow I'm getting some TE37 Saga SL's, 18,9.5 +38, if I go 255/40, do you think that will affect my handling or torque steer?
This video was super helpful by the way, thanks man!
There is a bit more torque steer, which is given with the lower offset wheel. Its seems to be more pronounced when at very low speed and accelerating hard out of a corner. If you are already carrying speed into the corner, there is no big torque steer at exit. As for handling it will depend on tire. Extreme performance summer tires have stiff sidewalls so turn in may even be better than stock contis (i have RT660 and they have better turn in). I know for max performance the pilot sport 4S are great and you wont have a problem. I don’t even think the stock contis gripped that well so the above-mentioned tires will grip much better.
Want to keep stock suspension on the car and was looking at a 18X9.5 35mm rim. If I run the 265/35 tires with it, will this work? Cant seem to find anyone who has changed from 38mm to 35mm not sure if the difference will still work
So i am not sure about 18x9.5 35mm. It will fit… but some people say it rubs and other say it does not rubs (on stock suspension). Look at some side profile pictures as well since I have noticed that the rim pokes out a bit and some people do not like that. You can check on Civic X forums.
Hello, What you think about about 245/45/18 michelin pilot as4? Are higher side wall even good for corners? Thank you.
You will feel the car more sluggish around corners. Bigger sidewalls cause less steering response into corners. Thats why the original type R tire is a 30 of sidewall. The way to counteract this is by having a stiffer sidewall: Ultra high performance tires (AS4) < Max performance tires < Extreme performance tires.
Great video! I just got an fk8 and I’m learning so much, do we know the bolt pattern of the fk8?
5x120
You think it will rub if I got some Konig neoform wheels of 18X9.5 but with an OFFSET of 35 but the car being kept at stock height? because I don’t want to lower my typer too.
@@nellisthemenace it all depends on the tires
Yo I’m running 18x9.5 +45 with the same tires (rt660) as u. Will i rub if I lower 1inch all around with swift springs? And if so how much?
Thank you for the information!
You’re welcome 👍🏽
and that 40 sidewall REALLY helps with ride comfort.
Agree
Great video. Thanks for the info. Question I’m thinking of getting 19x8.5 with +35 off set. Simply cause I want my wheels to be flush with fenders, but in your video you said they kinda sink in? Some people told me that’s the size I need for flush and that the 9.5 will pole out a little. So I’m your opinion which will actually give me the closes look to a perfect flush? 8.5 or 9.5? Thanks for your help.
19x8.5 +35 will be about 0.5inches more sunken in than a 19x9.5 +35.
Ok. Thanks for your help. Appreciate it.
@@mariomaciel4745 iv got 19x9.5 and it looks perfect, I will say it sticks out maybe an 8th of an inch or less, so 8.5 may be what you want, depends if you want it barely stick out, or barely In.and I’m getting spoon sport lowering springs cause I still think it sits a tad bit to high
very helpful, thank you !!
personally I think 19s look best on these cars, wish you touched on that here
What about 18x8 in wheel with 245/40 +32 offset got some cheap wheels just wanna make sure it won’t look too bad 😂
I have a set of 265/55/18 tires and 18x9.5 et38 rims. I tried Swift Spring and it does rub. I wonder if Spoon Spring is a better choice?
Yeah there was no chance that 265/55 lowered would not rub.
@@autointern7371 Oh well, that's sad. I guess I have to trim the fender or bend the camber then.
How do you think which Tyre size is better if I put on front 18x9.5j+38 & rear +45 with lowered?
I know rear on swift springs on +38 does not rub +45 should not rub. Both speaking on 265/25 tires.
Thanks! Btw that’s great video.👍
Thanks man, I appreciate it.
I cant find any wheels 18x9.5 et43
Rays made a Volk TE37 SL black edition 3 with those specs specially for the type R. You can get away with +45 which is more common.
Would you say I’d be safe from rubbing on stock height with 18x9.5 at a 40 offset and 265/35 or should I do 255/40?
I think you will be safe with both
What’s the best you can run ? 275, 35 will fit with sl37 ?
I am sure it will rub. You can get away with a 265 37 if not lowered. You will have to trim the inner front tabs if you lower it and it should be fine as well.
False. I have 275/35/18 on a 18x9.5 +45 lowered with rsr’s and I do not rub. At all. To me, I have the perfect setup.
Thanks for the info, will update guide. BTW what tires do you run?
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@@gabrield08 thanks, good to know.
@gabrield08 hey, how does your Type R drive with that added tire width? Is acceleration and cornering similar/better/worse compared to stock?
Thanks.
Great video, I’m going for te37 saga sl +45 reason for that offset cut one torque steer and it gives me more room for tires in the future in case I wanna lowered. Anyways for sure I’m running 255/40 stock Hight. My question is that I don’t see much info about running Michelin pilot sport 4s on that size. Anyone has an opinion about it?
You can, but the higher treadwear has more flexible sidewalls sacrificing turn in feel and some handling in the curves. 200s have stiffer sidewalls for that.
what would be the best set up for 18/19in wheels lowered on swift springs ?
265/35 18x9.5 et40-45 front tabs trimmed.
So i have stock height(not lowererd_ My new rims are 18x9.5 +45. What are the best options, soI don't rub even in a pathole or 4 people in?
265/35r18 go with michelin pilot sport 4s for best overall tire.
@@autointern7371 that’s the maximum that I can go without rubbing in any conditions? I was thinking continental; what u think?
@@alor6643 265/35 at stock height with +45 offset should be the widest w/o rubbing with people in the car. Sure you can go with contis.
@@autointern7371 thank YOU
@@autointern7371 I forgot to ask you something! Do I need to take any actions for the speedometer?
Sir can I do 38 off set in your set up same tires like yours
Will rub
What would be the best fitment for stock suspension? I’m looking into getting a 18x9.5 +45
That will be fine
Will a wheel of 18x9.5 +38 offset rub with 255/45/r18 michelin 4s tires on stock height?
You could squeeze in the +38 offset with 255/40 but i don’t think it would work with 255/45 (will rub).
Super helpful! Thank you!!
You are welcome!
3:12 name of this wheels?
Titan 7 T-R10
Thanks ! If only I can watch this video before purchasing my wheels D: But luckily mine doesn't rub as well
So 255/35/18 lowered on swifts spring will rub?
Not supposed to
@@autointern7371 what about 265/35 on swifts @ 38 offset
265/35 on a et38 will have rubbing if lowerd
Hi Sir,
265/40/18 works on 18x8.5 +38 will this work ?thank you so much.
Go with 265/35/18 18x9.5 +38. If you do a 18x8.5 it will sunken in…
@@autointern7371 so wont work 265/40/18 on 8.5 width , how about 255/40/18? Thanks
Any other tire options for the stock 20s? Thanks!!
245/35 20 will privide a better sidewall and if you go with PS4S then better handling as well.
I'm looking at getting a type R whats wrong with the 20s? Or do we need to change it?
They weight almost 30 pound each. Tire sidewall makes the ride feel the car is going to break whenever you hit a bump (plus the wheels crack easily since they are cast). Also the sport contact 6 are not the best tires. The offsef is waaayyy to conservative and make the fitment sunken in. So the best first mod is getting lighter better looking wheels with better tires.
@@autointern7371 okay that's good to know dose it effects the car at all? Would you say maybe try a new 20 wheel or maybe 19? Or is 18 the way to go?
@@Chappers.Gaming most people go with 18 since they are cheaper and have more weight reduction benefits (depending on the wheel). You can go 19s as well. They are less popular because of the above mentioned reasons but they still look good. I think 20s are just too big. But if you find a lightweight good looking 20 then go for it.
Will 18x9.5 +41 with 265/35 lowered on tein springs rub ?
Most likely not, and if it does then it will be the front inner tabs which you can just twist and solve the problem.
@@autointern7371 🫡
285 40 18 with 35 offset?? Think it would fit?
Wayyy too aggresive. Youll have to do fender work and a lot of camber adjustments.
@@autointern7371 thanks
Awesome video, thanks 🙏
Thanks 🚀
Somg at the end? Great Vid btw
Thanks man. The song is called secrets. It's royalty free so do not know the artist.
Can I get the site for those Perrin Spaces
www.perrin.com/shop/wheel-spacers/honda-27mm
Not one word about suspension geometry - just the kids approach to whether it will fill the wheelwells and not rub. Nice vid for posers - not for enthusiasts.
Yeah its a fitment guide. You can adjust camber to lower the car more and get more aggressive offsets or wider wheels, but that is about it. If you wanted to see suspension set-up for track this is not it. If you mean suspension geometry relating to offset and torque steer I did mentioned it. Again, I just kept it simple and informative 🤷🏽♂️
Steering response ?
Depends on tires
Thanks for the info
You are welcome 👍🏽
18x8.5 35 offset 245?
Too thin. Ok for a winter setup.
@@autointern7371 how are they to thin? The factory wheels are the same width and tire width
goin 255/35 on 18x8.5 +35. stock height. thoughts anyone?
You will be fine
My Type R is already lowered on lowering springs and I have 18x9.5 +35 wheels. Which will look better 265/35 or 255/40?
265/35
Thanks man
Glad it helped!
Thanks bro
You are welcome my friend!
Would i have to change out my calipers for an 18inch rim
No
@@autointern7371 so calipers and rotors can all be stock and the 18 inch rim would fit? Just making sure
You think I can go 19x10 at 40 offset with 265/35/19? On the 2020 type r
Which lug nuts?