Questions about fitment "In need of input/suggestions"
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Questions about fitment "In need of input/suggestions"
Hello,
Just want to introduce myself since I am new to these forums as a member but a long time reader since I've owned my Honda Fit Sport since 2011. I've search for numerous threads on the topic that seems to baffle my mind. If I missed it somewhere please link it to me, would greatly appreciate it.
Anyways back on topic. My question is I'm not sure whether I made a mistake and bought the wrong size of rims or what not or might need a camber kit to make adjustments so please point me in the right direction. Here's the spec list of the rims/tires I've bought "I'm a first time buyer so I'm kinda new to this"
4 Konig Zero-In
17X7 4-100/11440RBM
Offset: +40.00mm
4 Hankook Ventus V2 Concept H437
205/45R17XL 88V DSB
1 Tanabe DF210 Springs
I've realize the offset was too low after making the purchase and didn't realize it until it was already being shipped. Will I be running into any trouble with this setup, such as rubbing or will I need a camber kit to adjust the camber? I am trying to avoid doing any fender rollings because I've heard it will effect the trade/sale value.
Again I apologize if this has already been answered else where, please point me in the right directions.
Thank You
Rster85
Just want to introduce myself since I am new to these forums as a member but a long time reader since I've owned my Honda Fit Sport since 2011. I've search for numerous threads on the topic that seems to baffle my mind. If I missed it somewhere please link it to me, would greatly appreciate it.
Anyways back on topic. My question is I'm not sure whether I made a mistake and bought the wrong size of rims or what not or might need a camber kit to make adjustments so please point me in the right direction. Here's the spec list of the rims/tires I've bought "I'm a first time buyer so I'm kinda new to this"
4 Konig Zero-In
17X7 4-100/11440RBM
Offset: +40.00mm
4 Hankook Ventus V2 Concept H437
205/45R17XL 88V DSB
1 Tanabe DF210 Springs
I've realize the offset was too low after making the purchase and didn't realize it until it was already being shipped. Will I be running into any trouble with this setup, such as rubbing or will I need a camber kit to adjust the camber? I am trying to avoid doing any fender rollings because I've heard it will effect the trade/sale value.
Again I apologize if this has already been answered else where, please point me in the right directions.
Thank You
Rster85
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You might have a little rubbing with the DF210 and the 205/45 tire
I think most tire shops recommend this size because it is closest to stock diameter.
This is ok on a stock height Fit but once you lower it the offset will be more of a factor in rub or no rub.I'm sure there is info on your combo if you do a search.
The DF210 is very popular and plenty of guys running 17" wheels with +40 offset
you should be good with a little camber and fender liner tuck.No roll/pull will be needed
I think most tire shops recommend this size because it is closest to stock diameter.
This is ok on a stock height Fit but once you lower it the offset will be more of a factor in rub or no rub.I'm sure there is info on your combo if you do a search.
The DF210 is very popular and plenty of guys running 17" wheels with +40 offset
you should be good with a little camber and fender liner tuck.No roll/pull will be needed
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17x7 +42 on 205/40/17 on Tanabe DF210 springs DID rub in the fronts only on HUGE bumps (which, unfortunately, is par for the course on socal freeways). To eliminate rubbing completely I dialed in 2.25 degrees of negative camber on the front with two sets of ingalls 14mm fastcam bolts (part # 81260). There was no rubbing in the rear at all!
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Looks like I'm outta luck. Any recommendations? I really like the rims.
Seems like my option would be:
1. Return the Tanabe DF210 Springs and keep stock height. "Which will probably look funny with the gap"
2. Try for a different tire size?
3. Return rims and look for something else "Final resort"
Man I feel to bummed out after already ordering all this.. and forgot about the offset ;/
Seems like my option would be:
1. Return the Tanabe DF210 Springs and keep stock height. "Which will probably look funny with the gap"
2. Try for a different tire size?
3. Return rims and look for something else "Final resort"
Man I feel to bummed out after already ordering all this.. and forgot about the offset ;/
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Don't be bummed you should be ok even if you keep this set up.The fitment game is tricky and you find some guys with the same specs on wheels/tires with one rubbing and the other not rubbing.
I'm pretty sure you can go with the tire change to a 205/40 and not rub.
I see Tanabe has the NF210 that has a less aggressive drop also you could go Eibach Pro Kit or Swifts that only lower 1" or so.
The main issue is the +40 and the 205/45 tire
If you can change the tire before installing everything you should be ok.The +40 wheels is not a big problem so dont worry about changing the wheels you like.
Even if everything is on the way and you cant make any changes you will be ok.
I'm pretty sure you can go with the tire change to a 205/40 and not rub.
I see Tanabe has the NF210 that has a less aggressive drop also you could go Eibach Pro Kit or Swifts that only lower 1" or so.
The main issue is the +40 and the 205/45 tire
If you can change the tire before installing everything you should be ok.The +40 wheels is not a big problem so dont worry about changing the wheels you like.
Even if everything is on the way and you cant make any changes you will be ok.
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