i am planning on getting some 17x7.5 rota slipstreams (they have a 45 offset) and am also planning on getting the swift springs (i've read they lower about 1.0" in the back and 1.2" in the front.

from what i've read this shouldn't present any rubbing problems, correct? what im worried about howevr is when i pack in three extra people in my fit because i roadtrip it up to tahoe and havasu quite often.

 

what size tire? i had 205/50/15 on my slips and it rubbed on bumps and turns with a full load of people.

EDIT: my slips were 15x7.5 +40, forgot to mention.

 

if you run the correct tire size you'll be fine

1" drop is nothing

 

what would be the preferred tire size to minimize rubbing/keep odometer accurate?

 

go on tire rack or discount tire direct...they'll tell you the recommended size

 

Seeing that Honda says to use the 205/50/16 on the site when using the "factory aftermarket" rims, I'd say to go that route to keep the speed correct

 

should b ok with 45 offset and a packed car, i think. i doubt it would rub at all, but don't quote me on that