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Old 10 May 2010, 07:31 PM
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Will my 97 WRX take 18's without any problems?
Old 10 May 2010, 07:34 PM
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as long as you get the offset right then 18s will fit no probs. you also need to look at the profile of the tyre. i have found them to be a bit crashy on a car with a coilover suspension, but each to their own i suppose.
Old 10 May 2010, 08:58 PM
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Yeah they will be fine but as above says, profile will be low so harder on bumps. I find when hitting pot hole or small dents in road, it thuds. But they do look awsome. So its up to you.
Old 10 May 2010, 09:04 PM
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may look awesome but when he buckles his first set of rims driving down a sh1tty road full of potholes he will be scundered at having to either fix or replace the wheels. don't want to rain on your parade, but i tend to like my spine more or less intact. hey i am getting old and am a grouchy old ******. if your a young lad enjoy them for a while. you young uns tend to heal faster anyways
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I've just fitted 18's, and they are a little harsher, but only a little.
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Just put some on mine too (215/35/18) and lowered it 40mm. Ride is hard with less roll. Feels good. Watch out for those pot holes tho.
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